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 $58,736, and its year-round low is $57,678.67. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model sits right now, with recent model years showing clear price separation by year. 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 looks like a compelling luxury EV if you value comfort, range, and driving enjoyment, but the ownership feedback and expert notes point to a mixed overall picture.

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 center on unintuitive technology, a busy infotainment setup, and the fact that the strongest performance versions bring firmer ride tuning.

32.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW i5 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the BMW i5 at 1.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data. Expert commentary for the newest model year highlights a solidly built cabin, smooth ride quality, and broad all-around capability.

• 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 can be appealing on paper, but long-term ownership risk deserves careful attention before you commit.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 96.2% — 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.
• Range & charging: 84.3-kWh battery pack, EPA-estimated 270 to 295 miles, and up to 320 miles from an eDrive 40 model.
• Battery health: Check battery state-of-health, review how the car has been charged over time, and confirm the remaining battery warranty before you buy.

Which BMW i5 trim should I buy?

The 2024 BMW i5 offers these trims:

• eDrive40: The entry-level rear-wheel-drive model delivers 335 horsepower, 295 pound-feet of torque, and EPA-estimated range between 270 and 295 miles, making it the best-value trim for most shoppers who want strong range and everyday comfort.
• xDrive40: This trim adds a second motor and all-wheel drive, bringing 389 horsepower, 435 pound-feet of torque, and quicker acceleration for buyers who want more traction and extra performance.
• M60 xDrive: The performance-focused trim adds 593 horsepower, 586 pound-feet of torque, and a sport-tuned adaptive suspension for shoppers who want the quickest and most athletic version.

What BMW i5 do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices on trim, price, and condition, which makes it easier to compare listings and find the right fit. They also tend to be the years most shoppers cross-shop first because there are simply more examples to choose from.

What is the BMW i5's resale value?

Prices are moving down across the model years shown, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The larger drop in the newer year suggests recent inventory has become more affordable, 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

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 −13.56% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −8.83%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 32.3% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 31.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $58,216. The BMW i5 offers a quiet, comfortable cabin with a polished luxury feel that suits daily driving and longer trips.

Consider waiting if:

• Range & charging: The 2024 BMW i5 is available in two trim levels. We drove the entry-level eDrive40 which utilizes a single-electric-motor powertrain with rear-wheel drive (RWD). It's good for 335 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque and should accelerate the i5 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds. Power is drawn from an 84.3-kWh battery pack in the floor and range varies between an EPA-estimated 270 and 295 miles, depending on which wheels you choose.
• Tech: The i5's iDrive infotainment system deserves praise for its sharp graphics and quick responses, and many systems such as entertainment, navigation, and climate control can be operated with natural speech commands. Many owners will likely prefer to use their phone as their primary infotainment hub and for them, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.
• Safety: 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.
• Starting price: Prices for the new BMW i5 eDrive40 single-motor model start 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 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.