2025 i5 vs 2026 i5
Scores and specs side by side. The best value in each row is in bold and marked Best.
Main differences
- The 2026 i5 goes 15 mi further on the EPA cycle, 310 mi against 295 mi.
- The 2026 i5 is more efficient, 110 MPGe combined against 105.
Swipe for more Best best in the row | ![]() Photo creditPhoto: Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0 BMW Not yet scoredSpecs: 2025 BMW i5 eDrive40 | ![]() Photo creditPhoto: Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0 BMW Not yet scoredSpecs: 2026 BMW i5 eDrive40 |
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Scores | ||
| Overall score | ||
| Range & Efficiency | ||
| Charging | ||
| Performance & Handling | ||
| Comfort & Ride | ||
| Interior & Tech | ||
| Practicality | ||
| Value | ||
Range & efficiency | ||
| EPA range | 295 mi | 310 miBest |
| Efficiency | 322 Wh/mi | 306 Wh/miBest |
| MPGe combined | 105 MPGe | 110 MPGeBest |
Performance | ||
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Dimensions & practicality | ||
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
