MPGe is the distance a car covers on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Across 4 EPA ratings of the i5 since 2024 it has averaged 109 MPGe, and the 2027 model beats the 99.9 MPGe average of other electric cars rated 2025–2027. The EPA's own annual figure for it is $688.
Every BMW i5 version, compared
The BMW i5 was rated in a single specification, so its consumption does not vary by version — only by model year. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $0.17 a kilowatt-hour.
| Version | Combined MPGe | City / Highway | Years | Charging per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | 110.5 / 107.3 | 2024–2027 | $630 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy use (2027) | 29.1 kWh per 100 miles |
| Cost per mile | $0.049 |
| Charging per year | $594 |
| Charging over five years | $2,970 |
| Against other Electric cars, 2025–2027 | −$93 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $688 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2027 BMW i5 does better in town than out of it: 120 in the city against 113 on the highway, $35 a year in favor of city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2027) | 120 MPGe | $573 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 113 MPGe | $608 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | -7 MPGe (-6%) | Reversed — it does better in town than on the open road |
How the i5 changed over the years
The i5 peaked in 2027 at 116 MPGe (120 city, 113 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 2025 at 105 — 11 MPGe apart, or $61 a year in charging between buying one year and the other. The 2027 model gains 6 MPGe against 110 for the 2026.
| Model year | Combined MPGe | City / Highway | Versions offered | Charging per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 120 / 113 | 1 | $594 | |
| 2026 | 114 / 106 | 1 | $624 | |
| 2025 | 104 / 105 | 1 | $655 | |
| 2024 | 104 / 105 | 1 | $655 |
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How we count
This page rests on 4 EPA ratings of the BMW i5 — 1 engine across 2024–2027. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $0.17 a kilowatt-hour, against EPA's own estimate of $688. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2027 BMW i5 rated at?
116 MPGe combined, 120 city and 113 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 2024 the i5 has averaged 109 MPGe.
Is the 2027 i5 more efficient than the 2026?
Yes: 116 against 110 MPGe combined, about $30 a year less to run.
Which i5 year has the best efficiency?
The 2027, at 116 MPGe combined (120 city, 113 highway), which is also the latest model year we hold.
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