Video Summary
Here's a summary of the video:The review is for the 2024 BMW i5 eDrive40, the electric version of the 5 Series.
Performance: It makes 335 horsepower.
Range: It has around 295 miles of electric driving range.
Pricing: Starting price is $67,000; the reviewed car is $78,000 with options.
Interior: Switch gear and controls are taken from the iX and i7, including touch controls on the door sills and steering wheel. It features iDrive 8.5, said to be a tweaked version of iDrive 8, supposedly easier to use. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included with a wireless charging pad. A differently configured iDrive selector area exists with differently placed buttons. It contains a volume slider. Physical buttons are high quality.
Cargo: Trunk space is smaller than in the ICE version of the 5 Series, due to the battery pack, but still offers a decent amount of space. A panoramic sunroof is included, and carbon fiber features come as part of the M Sport package.
Driving: Minimal-looking cabin, though initially tedious to use, but everything appears to be easy to find. It has regenerative braking and iconic sounds for the BWM I system. Very lightweight steering, quiet, has a boost mode, and different drive modes like express, and digital art. The reviewer prefers the "B" breaking mode. For rear-wheel-drive EVs, power distribution is surprisingly good.
Conclusion: It appears to have a great ride quality and well-controlled bumps. A fun and engaging driving experience, but ultimately a question of whether or not having full driving assistance is worth the trade-off for minimalist controls. Overall, the I5 is another impressive BMW EV vehicle.
