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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 $57,354, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $57,354 over the past 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 strongest if you value a luxury EV with appealing driving manners and a comfortable cabin, while accepting some tech-related trade-offs. 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 recurring drawbacks are unintuitive technology, on-screen controls that can feel overwhelming, and the added complexity that comes with the iDrive interface. 37.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW i5 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the BMW i5 poorly across the model years in the data, while expert commentary points to a solidly built cabin and smooth, composed driving character. That combination suggests you should focus on condition, maintenance history, and how the car was used before you buy.

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

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-kept example with clear service records and checking battery and charging behavior carefully.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 96.3% — 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.
• Battery health: Check battery state-of-health, review how the car was typically charged at home versus on DC fast chargers, 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 trim uses a single electric motor and suits you if you want the most accessible way into the i5 lineup; it delivers the core luxury-EV experience with strong range and balanced everyday performance.
• xDrive40: This all-wheel-drive trim adds a second motor for more traction and quicker acceleration, making it the best-value choice for many shoppers who want extra capability without stepping all the way to the top model.
• M60 xDrive: This range-topping trim adds the most power and a sport-tuned adaptive suspension, making it the pick for you if performance is your priority.

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, which can make it easier to compare prices, colors, and equipment. They also tend to be the years shoppers cross-shop most often, so you may find a broader mix of deal quality.

What is the BMW i5's resale value?

Prices are moving lower for both model years shown, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The larger drop points to stronger near-term price pressure on the newer model year, while the other year has also softened at a more moderate pace. 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 −10.33% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −5.97%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 37.9% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 34.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $59,366. The BMW i5 offers a quiet, comfortable cabin with strong road manners and a polished luxury feel.

Consider waiting if:

• Range & charging: The 2024 BMW i5 is available with an EPA-estimated 270 to 295 miles of range, an 84.3-kWh battery pack, and a 5.7-second 0-60 mph estimate.
• Tech: Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and the iDrive infotainment system includes natural speech commands plus a wireless charging pad.
• 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 BMW i5 eDrive40 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 the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.