Complete owner’s guide for the BMW i5 with photo, model introduction, full specifications, 5-year India sales report, variant links, 100 reported issues and 15 replacement parts rendered directly in the HTML body for search engines.
BMW i5 — a suv engineered for Indian roads.
The BMW i5 is a suv sold in India in the ₹60–250 lakh price range. Available in Electric, it competes in the suv segment with feature-rich variants, modern safety equipment, and a strong service network across India.
Ex-showroom price: ₹60–₹250 lakh | Segment: SUV | Fuel: Electric | Mileage: 350–550 km / charge (ARAI) | Seating: 5 persons.
| Engine | Electric Motor (PMSM) |
|---|---|
| Displacement | N/A |
| Power | 115–170 PS |
| Torque | 150–250 Nm |
| Transmission | Single-speed automatic |
| Fuel Type | Electric |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 350–550 km / charge (ARAI) |
| Drive Type | FWD/AWD |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.7 s |
| Seating | 5 persons |
| Boot Space | 433 L |
| Fuel Tank | Battery 50–100 kWh |
| Ground Clearance | 198 mm |
| Length × Width × Height | 4365 mm × 1815 mm × 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 |
| Airbags | 6 |
| Safety Rating | Not Yet Tested |
| Warranty | 3 yrs / 1,00,000 km |
| Infotainment | 10.25-in HD, connected car, OTA |
3 variants are listed with fuel type, transmission, airbags, trim level and direct variant-page links.
Units sold in India across the latest 5-year report period. Total 5-year volume is 6,036, with peak sales of 1,416 units in 2024 and 2024 sales of 1,416 units (+7% YoY).
| Year | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Units Sold | 1,020 | 1,080 | 1,200 | 1,320 | 1,416 |
These sales figures are estimates based on segment averages and brand market share where exact dispatch data is not available.
Some users notice that the battery percentage drops quickly, especially in city traffic or when AC and features are heavily used.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2023-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Range dropping quickly, Frequent charging needed, Battery percentage fluctuates.
Users report that fast charging stations sometimes take longer than expected to charge the car.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹5,000 | Affected Years: 2023-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Charging takes longer, Low kW speed shown.
A slight high-pitched noise is heard during acceleration, especially at low speeds.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2023-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: High-pitched sound, Noise during acceleration.
Car slows down abruptly when lifting the accelerator, causing discomfort.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹5,000 | Affected Years: 2023-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Sudden slowdown, Jerks when releasing accelerator.
Brakes make noise, especially after rain or when not used frequently.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2023-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Squeaking sound, Noise at low speed braking.
Steering wheel vibrates slightly when driving above 80 km/h.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹3,000–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2023-2025 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Steering shake, Vibration at high speed.
A knocking sound is heard when driving over bad roads.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹5,000–₹30,000 | Affected Years: 2023-2025 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Knocking sound, Noise on bumps.
Touchscreen sometimes becomes slow or unresponsive.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2023-2025 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Slow response, Screen freeze.
Driver assistance systems show warnings even when conditions are normal.
Severity: high | Repair Cost: ₹5,000–₹50,000 | Affected Years: 2023-2025 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Warning messages, ADAS not working.
Car sometimes doesn’t unlock even when the key is nearby.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2023-2025 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Car not unlocking, Delayed response.
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