BMW's newest electric executive express is the mid-size 2025 i5 sedan, which fills the gap between the i4 and the extra-premium i7 in the automaker's EV lineup. How Luxurious Is the 2025 BMW i5 eDrive40? Dressed in BMW's Smoke White perforated and quilted Veganza synthetic leather upholstery, our i5 test car's cabin felt light and airy. Check out Consumer Reports 2025 BMW i5 Road Test Report and expert reviews on driving experience, handling, comfort level, and safety features.
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The 2025 BMW i5 starts at $67,100 for the base eDrive40 model, making it one of the more affordable luxury electric cars on the market. It comes standard with rear. Explore the 2025 BMW i5 review covering performance, luxury features, and technology to see how it compares in the EV market.
Now in its second model year for 2025, the i5 adds a new xDrive40 version with all-wheel-drive, slotting between the rear-wheel-drive e-Drive40 and the range-topping M60. BMW sent us the least powerful model, the eDrive40, letting us experience the essence of the i5 without being overwhelmed by performance. Essentially a BMW 5-series that just happens to have an electric powertrain, the i5 delivers all the trademark features BMW is known for.
How does it drive? In short: like a proper BMW. The i5's steering is very communicative for an electric car and the suspension doesn't completely isolate the occupants from the road.