Among the 29 grand tourers electric 2023–2027, the i5 xDrive40 ranks 15th of 28 in WLTP range (486 km, behind the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW), 26th of 27 in DC charge power (205 kW, behind the Audi S e-tron GT), 25th of 29 in 0–100 km/h (5.4 s, behind the Tesla Model S Plaid).
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i5 xDrive40
394 hp, 486 km range, 5,4 s 0-100 : among the 29 grand tourers electric 2023–2027, the i5 xDrive40 ranks 15th of 28 in WLTP range, 26th of 27 in DC charge power, 25th of 29 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
394hp
590 Nm · 394 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
5.4s
VMax 215 km/h
Range
486km
WLTP
DC charging
205kW
Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW i5 xDrive40
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
| Puissance électrique | 394 hp |
| Combined power | 394 hp |
| Couple | 590 Nm |
| Gearbox | Mono-rapport Automatique |
| Transmission | Propulsion |
Battery and charging
| Battery capacity | 75.5 kWh |
| Range WLTP | 486 km |
| Charge AC max | 22 kW |
| Charge DC max | 205 kW |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 5,4 s |
| VMax | 215 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 5,060 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm |
| Boot | 490 L |
| Kerb weight | 2,280 kg |
| Cd | 0.23 |
Caralogy Methodology
Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance
Among the 29 grand tourers electric, the i5 xDrive40 ranks (mid-table) in WLTP range. Caralogy simulates its real-world behaviour: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis
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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
Long daily commute (>50 km/day) without range anxiety.
Less suitable for
Regular family use with bulky luggage. The space and boot are sport-calibrated, not utility. A sedan or SUV from the same manufacturer would be more practical daily.
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is WLTP range, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW (1st with 730 km) takes the lead. If the priority is DC charge power, the Audi S e-tron GT (1st with 320 kW) takes the lead.
Real-world range: 486 km WLTP (15th of 28 in WLTP range)
The i5 xDrive40 offers 486 km of WLTP range. The segment reference is the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW (730 km).
Charging: 205 kW DC (26th of 27 in DC charge power)
The i5 xDrive40 accepts up to 205 kW DC fast charging. The segment reference is the Audi S e-tron GT (320 kW).
Go beyond this analysis
Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.
Running cost for your profile
Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.
Launch simulator →Long-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a trip →Chronos & accélération
0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.
Voir la performance →Autonomie réelle
Simulez l’autonomie selon la vitesse, la température et le style.
Simuler l’autonomie →Segment positioning
Where the i5 xDrive40 stands against grand tourers electric
Comparison across 29 grand tourers electric marketed between 2023–2027.
WLTP range15e / 28
486 km
Min 407 km · Porsche Taycan 4SMax 730 km · Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW
DC charge power26e / 27
205 kW
Min 205 kW · Bmw i5 eDrive40 TouringMax 320 kW · Audi S e-tron GT
0–100 km/h25e / 29
5,4 s
Min 6,1 s · Bmw i5 eDrive40 TouringMax 2,1 s · Tesla Model S Plaid
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
Taycan402 hp · 0-100 5.2 s
A6 Avant e-tron381 hp · 0-100 5.4 s
A6 Avant e-tron quattro 315 kW422 hp · 0-100 4.5 s
A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW422 hp · 0-100 4.7 s
Cross-energy alternatives
Same needs, different powertrain.
Model family
The full BMW I5 G60 range
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Frequently asked questions
BMW i5 xDrive40: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
486 km WLTP announced - making it the 15th of 28 in autonomie du segment out of 28 models. The reference is the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW (730 km).
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW leads in WLTP range (730 km vs 486 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the i5 xDrive40 vs Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 315 kW duel for a detailed comparison.
Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.