BMW i3 vs BMW i5
Comparing the 2027 BMW i3 (from $61,500) with the 2027 BMW i5 (from $67,100). The i3 offers 468 miles of range while the i5 offers 328 miles.
Quick Take
BMW i3 goes the distance, while BMW i5 hauls the most gear.
2027 • Sedan
Longest Range
- 468 mi EPA-rated range
- 108.7 kWh battery
- 21 min 10-80% DC fast charge
BMW i3 vs BMW i5: Which Should You Buy?
The BMW i3 starts at $61,500, undercutting the BMW i5 ($67,100) by about $5,500.
In its longest-range configuration the BMW i3 covers 468 miles, 140 more than the BMW i5's maximum of 328. At a DC fast charger, the BMW i3 goes from 10-80% in about 21 minutes vs 30 for the BMW i5.
The BMW i5 offers 17.3 cu ft of cargo space vs 14.8 for the BMW i3. The BMW i3 is also 12 inches shorter than the BMW i5, which makes it easier to park.
Bottom line: pick the BMW i3 if you want the longest range, or the BMW i5 if cargo space is king.
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