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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | EV |
| Base Price | $69,828–$90,999 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2025 BMW i5 is a ev that earns a Carivo score of 7.8/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Technology at 9.1/10, while Reliability at 6.8/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 6.8/10 for reliability, this ev trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. On safety, it scores 9.0/10 in our assessment. Always confirm the official crash-test results for your exact trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.5/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. On technology it rates 9.1/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $69,828–$90,999, 108 MPG, seating 5, the BMW i5 sits in the luxury tier of the ev market. At 7.0/10 for value, it delivers fair pricing for what's on offer, though the best alternatives in this price range score slightly higher. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2025 BMW i5 will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on reliability if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good ev should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2025 BMW i5 ranks #67 of 268 evs in the Carivo database — better than 75% of the segment. Its 7.8/10 overall score is 0.2 points above the segment average of 7.6/10. Its $69,828 starting price is about 32% above the segment's median of $52,750.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full EV ranking →
Across the i5 model years we've scored, the 2025 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2026 | 7.8/10 | $69,828 | Read review → |
| 2025 (this review) | 7.8/10 | $69,828 | |
| 2024 | 7.7/10 | $67,795 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Electronic stability control (esc) 12/02/2024 · 24V104000 | BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of… |
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| Electronic stability control (esc) / Control module 18/09/2024 · 24V697000 | BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
We rate the 2025 BMW i5's reliability 6.8/10 — below the segment average, so budget for higher maintenance. It has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
2 NHTSA recall campaigns matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
It scores 7.8/10 overall, ranking #67 of 268 evs in our database (better than 75% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2025 BMW i5 starts at $69,828 and ranges up to $90,999 across trims (MSRP when new). At 108 MPG, expect roughly $486/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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