BMW India i5 eDrive40
Electric executive sedan · 4W · Launched 2024
₹72.90 Lakh
Ex-showroom India
Range
582 km
Battery
83.9 kWh
Top speed
193 km/h
Charge
9 hr
Power
340 bhp
Seats
5
Overview
The electric 5 Series — BMW's executive sedan gone electric. 582 km range, 340 bhp, and the most technology BMW has ever put in a 5 Series.
Best for
Executive sedan buyers upgrading from ICE 5 Series to electric without changing lifestyle
Pros & cons
+Pros
- 582 km range — longest in BMW EV lineup (non-SUV)
- 5 Series comfort and space
- Augmented reality HUD is incredible
- Quietest BMW ever
−Cons
- ₹73L — expensive for a sedan
- 144mm GC — low for India
- RWD only — no AWD option in India
- Heavy at 2,100 kg
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by BMW India in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Low GC needs careful driving in India
Reported in earlier models — BMW India has released fixes for newer batches.
New iDrive learning curve
Reported in earlier models — BMW India has released fixes for newer batches.
ev.care covers all BMW India EVs — our technicians are DIYguru-certified on BMW India platforms. We've completed thousands of BMW India repairs across Delhi (expanding to 30+ cities by 2027).
Buying considerations
- 1If you loved the 5 Series, the i5 is its natural evolution
- 2Compare with BYD Seal for value
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 83.9 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 582 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 9 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in 30 min (205kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 0 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 193 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 340 bhp |
| Torque | 400 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | RWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 2100 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 144 mm |
| Boot space | 490 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
On-road price by city
Estimated on-road price of BMW India i5 eDrive40. Actual price may vary by dealer and variant. Includes RTO + insurance + handling.
| City | Ex-showroom | RTO | Insurance | On-road (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Delhi | ₹72.90 Lakh | ₹2.92 Lakh(4%) | ₹2.55 Lakh | ₹78.52 Lakh |
Mumbai | ₹72.90 Lakh | ₹8.02 Lakh(11%) | ₹2.55 Lakh | ₹83.62 Lakh |
Bengaluru | ₹72.90 Lakh | ₹5.83 Lakh(8%) | ₹2.55 Lakh | ₹81.43 Lakh |
Hyderabad | ₹72.90 Lakh | ₹6.56 Lakh(9%) | ₹2.55 Lakh | ₹82.16 Lakh |
Chennai | ₹72.90 Lakh | ₹5.83 Lakh(8%) | ₹2.55 Lakh | ₹81.43 Lakh |
Pune | ₹72.90 Lakh | ₹7.29 Lakh(10%) | ₹2.55 Lakh | ₹82.89 Lakh |
Ahmedabad | ₹72.90 Lakh | ₹4.37 Lakh(6%) | ₹2.55 Lakh | ₹79.98 Lakh |
Kolkata | ₹72.90 Lakh | ₹3.65 Lakh(5%) | ₹2.55 Lakh | ₹79.25 Lakh |
Estimates based on standard RTO rates. EV-specific exemptions may apply in some states. Contact dealer for exact on-road pricing.
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ev.care expert verdict
Based on real service data from ev.care's 2,500+ EV repair network and hands-on evaluation.
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BMW India i5 eDrive40
₹72.90 Lakh
Bottom line
The BMW India i5 eDrive40 scores 7.3/10 overall. Best suited for: Executive sedan buyers upgrading from ICE 5 Series to electric without changing lifestyle. Key strength: 582 km range — longest in bmw ev lineup (non-suv). Main consideration: ₹73l — expensive for a sedan.
Expert ratings are based on ev.care service data, publicly available specs, and editorial assessment. Ratings may be updated as new data is available.
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