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BMW i5 — price 2026, specs, review & review
The BMW i5 is BMW India's electric 5 Series sibling: a locally built, India-tuned i5 LWB (eDrive35L, 268 hp, 81.6 kWh battery, up to 669 km claimed MIDC range) made at Plant Chennai, alongside the imported i5 M60 xDrive performance flagship (601 hp, 83.9 kWh battery, up to 516 km WLTP). Both rival the Mercedes-Benz EQE and Audi A6 e-tron.
- Fuel / drive
- Electric
- Single-speed automatic, RWD · Single-speed automatic, xDrive AWD
- Waiting period
- Ask dealer
- On sale since
- 2026-08
- First generation (G60), sold in India as the locally built i5 LWB and the imported i5 M60 xDrive performance flagship
Variants & Ex-showroom Prices
BMW i5 Variants and Prices in India
| Variant | Fuel | Transmission | Ex-showroom (Delhi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| i5 eDrive35L M SportElectric · Single-speed automatic, RWDLocally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai; India's first locally built electric sedan. | Electric | Single-speed automatic, RWD | ₹79.60 lakh |
| i5 eDrive35L First EditionElectric · Single-speed automatic, RWDLimited to 99 units; sold out prior to its official launch per BMW's own announcement. | Electric | Single-speed automatic, RWD | ₹79.60 lakh |
| i5 M60 xDriveElectric · Single-speed automatic, AWDImported performance flagship on the standard (non-LWB) body; price confirmed on BMW India's online configurator. | Electric | Single-speed automatic, AWD | ₹1.20 crore |
What you actually pay
BMW i5 On-Road Price in Hyderabad (Estimate)
Indicatively ₹81.64 lakh – ₹1.24 crore on-road in Hyderabad for the base to top variant, built from the ex-showroom price plus Telangana life tax, first-year comprehensive insurance, registration and the road-safety cess. As an EV it pays no road tax or registration fee in Telangana until 31 December 2026.
| Component | Base variant | Top variant |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom (Delhi) | ₹79.60 lakh | ₹1.20 crore |
| Telangana life tax (0% (EV exemption)) | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Insurance, 1st year comprehensive (2.5–4%) | ₹1.99 lakh – ₹3.18 lakh | ₹2.99 lakh – ₹4.78 lakh |
| Road-safety cess + handling | ~₹5,000 | ~₹5,000 |
| On-road, Hyderabad (indicative) | ₹81.64 lakh – ₹82.83 lakh | ₹1.23 crore – ₹1.24 crore |
BMW i5 Mileage and Range (Claimed)
| Powertrain | Fuel | BMW claimed figure |
|---|---|---|
| eDrive35L — single rear electric motor | Electric · Single-speed automatic, RWD | Up to 669 km (MIDC Part 1 + Part 2, India-certified) |
| M60 xDrive — dual electric motor AWD | Electric · Single-speed automatic, xDrive AWD | 455–516 km (WLTP); energy consumption 18.2–20.6 kWh/100 km |
Engines, Motors & Gearboxes
i5 Powertrain Options
eDrive35L — single rear electric motor
- Fuel
- Electric
- Battery
- 81.6 kWh gross
- Power
- 200 kW (268 hp)
- Torque
- 410 Nm
- Transmission
- Single-speed automatic, RWD
- Claimed range
- Up to 669 km (MIDC Part 1 + Part 2, India-certified)
M60 xDrive — dual electric motor AWD
- Fuel
- Electric
- Battery
- 83.9 kWh
- Power
- 442 kW (601 hp)
- Transmission
- Single-speed automatic, xDrive AWD
- Claimed range
- 455–516 km (WLTP); energy consumption 18.2–20.6 kWh/100 km
Dimensions & Practicality
- Length
- 5175 mm
- Width
- 2156 mm
- Height
- 1520 mm
- Wheelbase
- 3105 mm
- Boot space
- 490 L
- Seating
- 5
- Fuel tank
- Not applicable — electric. i5 M60 xDrive is on the shorter global body (5,060 mm long, 2,995 mm wheelbase), not the LWB.
Feature List
BMW i5 Features (from BMW’s official specification)
Safety
- 5-star Euro NCAP (G60 platform, tested with the i5 eDrive40 as reference model, Dec 2023/Jan 2024)
- ABS with Brake Assist and Dynamic Braking lights
- Dynamic Stability Control with Dynamic Traction Control
- Cornering Brake Control
- Driving Assistant Plus: Active Cruise Control, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Monitoring
- Parking Assistant Professional with Surround View Camera and remote parking
- Electric parking brake with Auto Hold
- ISOFIX child-seat mounts
- Post-Crash Collision Warning with braking function
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Comfort & Convenience
- Electrically adjustable comfort front seats with ventilation (M Sport)
- 4-zone automatic climate control
- Panorama Glass Roof Skylounge
- Rear-axle air suspension
- Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System — 17 speakers, 655 W
- Exclusive sculpted rear comfort seating with central armrest and wireless charging (LWB)
Technology
- BMW Curved Display with BMW Operating System 8.5
- CraftedClarity crystal-glass controls (iDrive controller, volume knob, gear selector)
- BMW Interaction Bar with ambient lighting
- Comfort Access with BMW Digital Key Plus (up to 18 shared users)
- My BMW App with cloud-based e-routing and optimised charging stops
- One-pedal driving with adaptive recuperation
Exterior
- Iconic Glow illuminated kidney grille
- Adaptive LED headlights with matrix technology and cornering lights
- M Sport Exterior Package with embossed '5' C-pillar badge
- 20-inch M aerodynamic alloy wheels (mixed-tyre bicolour)
- Electric folding exterior mirrors
- Rear window heating
BMW i5 Colours
Mineral White (metallic) · Carbon Black (metallic) · Phytonic Blue (metallic) · Oxide Grey (metallic) (4 options, per BMW)
The Auto Grid Review
BMW i5 Review: Our Verdict
The i5 LWB is BMW's first locally built electric sedan, and we've already had a few through the Kondapur bay from early Chennai-plant deliveries. The long-wheelbase body is unique to India and a couple of other markets, so panel fitment and paint quality so far look consistent with the ICE 5 Series LWB we already know well. The closed-off illuminated kidney grille is the panel we watch most closely — like every modern BMW EV grille, it's a single glossy surface with no cooling slats behind it, so stone chips and dealer-prep swirl marks show up starkly under our inspection lamps. The rear-axle air suspension means a slightly larger rear overhang than the ICE car, which we treat the same way we treat any long-wheelbase executive sedan's rear bumper. We haven't yet filmed an i5 M60 xDrive — it's a lower-volume, higher-price import — but expect the same full-body approach given the price point once one arrives.
What we like
- +669 km claimed MIDC range from the locally built eDrive35L is class-leading for an India-market electric sedan
- +3,105 mm wheelbase purpose-built for Indian rear-seat comfort, with rear-axle air suspension
- +5-star Euro NCAP rating (G60 platform) and a comprehensive Driving Assistant Plus suite standard
- +8-year/1,60,000 km battery warranty, extendable to 10 years
What we’d change
- –i5 M60 xDrive is imported on the shorter global body, not the India-tuned LWB — a confusing variant split for buyers
- –Only one battery size per variant; no mid-spec option between the eDrive35L and the M60 flagship
- –No dated India waiting-period survey published yet to judge current delivery timelines
- –Closed-off kidney grille shows stone chips and swirl marks more visibly than a conventional grille
Is the i5 right for you? Seven driver personalities, scored
Find the row that sounds like your driving life — that is the verdict that matters for you.
City Commuter
10–30 km a day through traffic
One-pedal driving and the eDrive35L's smooth, quiet delivery make this an easy commuter, though its 5.175-metre length needs care in tight Hyderabad streets.
Highway Cruiser
ORR laps and expressway weekends
669 km claimed MIDC range and 160 kW DC fast charging (33 minutes, 10-80%) make the eDrive35L a genuinely practical long-distance executive EV.
Family First
Four or five aboard, school runs to road trips
A 5-star Euro NCAP rating and ISOFIX mounts make this a safe choice, though it's an executive sedan rather than a family SUV in terms of everyday practicality.
Driving Enthusiast
Cares how it steers, not just how it looks
The M60 xDrive's 601 hp and 3.8-second 0-100 km/h give genuine EV performance, though the eDrive35L is tuned for comfort rather than driver thrills.
First-Car Buyer
Budget-conscious and resale-aware
Starting at ₹79.60 lakh, the i5 is nowhere near first-car budgets despite its lower EV running costs.
Chauffeur-Driven Executive
Judged from the rear seat
The India-specific long wheelbase, sculpted rear comfort seats and near-silent cabin make the eDrive35L one of the better chauffeur-driven electric sedans sold here.
Weekend Explorer
Ghats, dirt tracks and monsoon roads
This is a road-biased executive sedan, not a ground-clearance SUV — fine for highway weekend runs but not for rough tracks.
Paint Protection
PPF for the BMW i5: What We Install and Why
Where it takes damage
The closed-off illuminated kidney grille is a single glossy EV-specific surface with no cooling slats behind it, so stone chips and dealer-prep swirl marks show up starkly; the long-wheelbase body's rear bumper and overhang take the usual executive-sedan parking and valet-ramp knocks; 20-inch alloy wheels and low-profile tyres make kerb rash on the lower doors a consideration in tight parking.
Our recommendation
AG1 full-front with grille and bumper focus as our starting recommendation for the eDrive35L given its visible glossy grille; AG1 full body for the M60 xDrive given its price point once India deliveries begin.
Coverage
Full front standard; add full body for owners wanting complete coverage on the illuminated grille and rear-overhang panels.
BMW i5 vs 5 Series vs ES vs E-Class
Cross-shopped against: BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Mercedes-Benz EQE, Audi A6 e-tron, BMW i4, BMW M340i xDrive, Mercedes-Benz EQS, BMW 530Li M Sport.
| Model | Segment | Ex-showroom | Fuel | Waiting period | Auto Grid rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW i5 | Premium electric executive sedan | ₹79.60 lakh – ₹1.20 crore | Electric | — | 4.3 / 5 |
| BMW 5 Series | Luxury executive sedan | ₹77.00 lakh | Petrol | — | 4.3 / 5 |
| Lexus ES | Mid-size luxury sedan | ₹66.10 lakh – ₹89.99 lakh | Hybrid / Electric | — | 4.3 / 5 |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Mid-size luxury sedan (long-wheelbase) | ₹80.50 lakh – ₹94.50 lakh | Petrol / Diesel / Petrol-Electric Hybrid | Up to 3 months industry-wide for the E-Class… | 4.4 / 5 |
Audi
A4
₹46.88 lakh – ₹55.83 lakhex-showroom
The Audi A4 is Audi India's entry-luxury sedan, now at run-out as the brand prepares the A5 replacement. A single 2.0 TFSI petrol with a 7-speed S tronic automatic and FWD powers Premium, Premium Plus and Technology trims from ₹46.88 lakh to ₹55.83 lakh ex-showroom, with 8 airbags and a 460-litre boot.
Audi
A6
₹64.81 lakh – ₹71.66 lakhex-showroom
The Audi A6 is Audi India's larger luxury sedan, sold in Premium Plus and Technology trims from ₹64.81 lakh to ₹71.66 lakh ex-showroom. A single 2.0 TFSI 45 petrol with a 7-speed S tronic automatic and FWD drives it to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, with a 530-litre boot and 4-zone climate control aimed squarely at chauffeur-driven buyers.
BYD
Seal
₹41.50 lakh – ₹53.65 lakhex-showroom
BYD's 'Ocean Aesthetics' electric sedan uses a 61.44 kWh or 82.56 kWh Blade LFP battery across RWD Dynamic and Premium or AWD Performance trims, up to 650 km claimed range and a 3.8-second 0-100 km/h top-spec, priced ₹41.50-53.65 lakh ex-showroom.
Honda
Amaze
₹7.65 lakh – ₹10.00 lakhex-showroom
The Honda Amaze is a sub-4-metre sedan with a 90 PS 1.2L i-VTEC petrol, 5-speed MT or CVT, and the segment's first ADAS on the ZX grade. It is the only Honda India model with a Bharat NCAP rating — 5-star for adult occupant protection — aimed at first-time and fleet buyers who cross-shop the Dzire and Aura.
Honda
City
₹12.00 lakh – ₹21.00 lakhex-showroom
The Honda City is a mid-size sedan built on a 121 PS 1.5L i-VTEC petrol with 6-speed MT or CVT, plus an exclusive ZX+ e:HEV strong-hybrid making 126 PS and a claimed 27.26 kmpl — the only strong-hybrid sedan in its class in India. The May 2026 facelift adds a 10.1-inch screen and a 360-degree camera.
Hyundai
Aura
₹6.00 lakh – ₹8.67 lakhex-showroom
The Hyundai Aura is a 3,995 mm compact sedan built on the Grand i10 NIOS, with an 83 PS 1.2 Kappa petrol (5MT or AMT) and a 69 PS factory Hy-CNG (5MT). Six airbags, ABS and 3-point belts for all seats are standard across eight Delhi variants from E to SX(O) and SX+ AMT; ESC and hill-start assist come on SX and above. Hyundai recorded its highest-ever Aura sales in FY2025-26.
FAQs
BMW i5: Questions Buyers Ask
BMW India's configurator lists the i5 LWB (eDrive35L M Sport and First Edition) from ₹79,60,000 ex-showroom, and the i5 M60 xDrive from ₹1,19,50,000 ex-showroom, both pan-India MRP as of 13 November 2026.
The locally built i5 LWB's 81.6 kWh battery is claimed to deliver up to 669 km on the India MIDC test cycle. The imported i5 M60 xDrive is WLTP-rated at 455-516 km from its 83.9 kWh battery.
The i5 LWB is locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai — BMW's first locally built electric sedan and its second locally produced EV after the iX1. The i5 M60 xDrive is imported as a CBU.
The i5 LWB (eDrive35L) is a single rear-motor, locally built, long-wheelbase (3,105 mm) car tuned for Indian rear-seat comfort, making 268 hp. The i5 M60 xDrive is an imported, dual-motor all-wheel-drive performance flagship on BMW's shorter global body, making 601 hp with a 3.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
Euro NCAP tested the i5/5 Series platform using the i5 eDrive40 as the reference model (December 2023/January 2024) and awarded 5 stars, with 89% adult occupant and 85% child occupant protection scores. BMW has not published a separate Bharat NCAP result for the India-built LWB car.
BMW's own i5 LWB specification sheet (M Sport, First Edition) lists ventilated and electrically adjustable comfort front seats but does not list massage seats — that feature is not confirmed for the India-spec car as of this writing.
Yes. Both the i5 LWB and the i5 M60 xDrive are fully electric with no petrol or diesel option; BMW's conventional 5 Series nameplate is the separate ICE sibling, sold alongside the i5.
BMW has not published an exact figure. It says the i5 LWB's ground clearance has been raised over the international-spec car for Indian roads — CarWale's first-drive review cites an 18 mm increase — but BMW India's own spec sheet does not state the absolute number, and CarWale's test car still scraped on a few speed breakers and angular crossings at low speed.
Yes. The i5 LWB has been on sale since BMW opened bookings on 21 August 2026 and launched the car on 7 September 2026 at ₹79.60 lakh ex-showroom; the imported i5 M60 xDrive is sold alongside it from ₹1.195 crore.
They're the same long-wheelbase body and cabin, so the choice comes down to powertrain: the i5 LWB is fully electric with a claimed 669 km MIDC range and near-silent running, while the ICE 5 Series offers petrol and diesel options with no charging planning needed. Running costs favour the i5; fuel-stop convenience and resale familiarity still favour the ICE car for many Indian buyers.
Its closed-off illuminated grille shows stone chips and swirl marks more visibly than a conventional grille, so we recommend starting with a full-front AG1 film. Message Auto Grid on WhatsApp once your i5 is delivered and we'll plan around your specific variant.
Indicatively ₹81.64 lakh–₹1.24 crore on-road in Hyderabad: ex-showroom ₹79.60 lakh–₹1.20 crore (Delhi, 13 Nov 2026) plus Telangana life tax (0% (EV exemption)), first-year insurance and registration. EVs pay no road tax or registration fee in Telangana until 31 December 2026. Dealer quotes vary with insurance add-ons and accessories.
The top variant is the i5 M60 xDrive (Electric, Single-speed automatic, AWD) at ₹1.20 crore ex-showroom Delhi; the base model is the i5 eDrive35L M Sport (Electric, Single-speed automatic, RWD) at ₹79.60 lakh. 3 variants in all, as of 13 Nov 2026.
i5: Premium electric executive sedan, ₹79.60 lakh – ₹1.20 crore ex-showroom, Electric, Auto Grid rating 4.3/5. ES: Mid-size luxury sedan, ₹66.10 lakh – ₹89.99 lakh ex-showroom, Hybrid/Electric, rated 4.3/5. See the Lexus ES page for its full variant list and our verdict.
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- BMW India — i5 LWB: model overview, pricing (from ₹79,60,000), features · read 13 Nov 2026
- BMW India — i5 M60 xDrive: model overview, output and range · read 13 Nov 2026
- BMW India — i5 M60 xDrive technical data: battery capacity, charging, dimensions · read 13 Nov 2026
- BMW India — i5 LWB official specifications brochure: dimensions, battery, colours · read 13 Nov 2026
- Zee Business — BMW rolls out i5 LWB in India at Rs 79.60 lakh (7 Sep 2026) · read 13 Nov 2026
- Bimmertoday — Euro NCAP crash test: 5 stars for the new BMW 5 Series G60 and i5 · read 13 Nov 2026