How much does the BMW i5 cost in today's market?

Used BMW i5 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The BMW i5's current nationwide average price is $59,327, and its year-round low is $57,749.25. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model is trading right now, with recent used examples clustering in the high-$50,000 range. Recently, prices have come down for the 2024 and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the BMW i5 a good car?

The BMW i5 has a mixed reputation in the data, with strong driving appeal balanced against a few recurring drawbacks. The all-generations owner rating is 1/5 across every model year in the data. Expert reviews rate the 2024 model among the highest across all years. The main trade-offs called out in recent expert coverage are its unintuitive technology, the overabundance of on-screen controls, and the way some secondary functions require extra menu digging. 32.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW i5 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the BMW i5 very poorly, while expert commentary for the 2024 model highlights a solidly built cabin, smooth ride quality, and a broad range of driving ability.

• Owners rate the BMW i5 1.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, that combination points to a model that may reward careful shopping and a thorough test drive, especially if you plan to keep it long term.

What should I look for when buying a used BMW i5?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 97.3% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Driving Assistance Professional package with adaptive cruise control, a hands-free highway assistant, active lane-change assist, and lane-keep steering intervention.
• Infotainment: iDrive infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a wireless charging pad.

Which BMW i5 trim should I buy?

The 2024 BMW i5 offers...

• eDrive40: This is the best-value trim if you want the core i5 experience, with rear-wheel drive, 335 horsepower, and a smooth, comfortable driving character.
• xDrive40: This trim adds dual-motor all-wheel drive, 389 horsepower, and stronger traction, making it the smart pick if you want more all-weather confidence and extra performance.
• M60 xDrive: This top trim adds 593 horsepower, 586 lb-ft of torque, and a sport-tuned adaptive suspension for the quickest, most performance-focused i5.

What BMW i5 do most buyers choose?

The BMW i5 years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2026.

| Model Year | Total Listings | Good + Great Deals % | |---|---|---|---| | 2025 | 287 | 32.1% | | 2024 | 191 | 30.4% | | 2026 | 158 | 32.3% | | 2027 | 100 | 36% |

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices, which can make it easier to compare prices, equipment, and condition. They also tend to be the years shoppers return to most often because inventory depth improves the odds of finding the right match.

What is the BMW i5's resale value?

| Model Year | Current Avg. Price | Year-Over-Year Change | |---|---|---|---| | 2025 | $58,488 | −13.44% | | 2024 | $53,587 | −8.93% |

Prices are moving down across the model years shown, which is good news if you're shopping used. The larger drop on the newer year suggests recent examples are becoming more attainable, while the older year has also softened meaningfully. The 2024 and 2025 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the BMW i5 safe?

• 2024: 7/10

All i5 models come standard with frontal collision warning with automatic emergency braking, a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-keep assist.

For the safest used buy, the 2024 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used BMW i5 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −13.44% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −8.93%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 32.1% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 30.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $58,488. The BMW i5 offers a quiet, comfortable cabin with a polished luxury feel that suits everyday driving and longer trips.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest model offers a single-motor rear-wheel-drive setup with 335 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque, plus a dual-motor AWD version with 389 horsepower and 435 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: The latest model adds wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a wireless charging pad, and natural speech commands for entertainment, navigation, and climate control.
• Safety: The latest model adds adaptive cruise control, a hands-free highway assistant, active lane-change assist, and lane-keep steering intervention.
• Starting price: The base MSRP starts at $67,795.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2028 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.