Federal safety data shows 2 recalls and 20 complaints for the 2024 BMW i5, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

24V1350002024-23-02

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 i4 xDrive40, i4 M50 and i5 eDrive40 vehicles. The high-voltage battery module may contain insufficient weld seams, which can result in the battery overheating.

An overheated battery module increases the risk of a fire.

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23V8850002023-22-12

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 i5 eDrive40 and i5 M60 vehicles. During vehicle start-up, the artificial sound generator control unit may experience a fault and fail to generate the external pedestrian warning sound. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."

Without external warning sounds, pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 20 issues reported over 1 model years, service brakes, hydraulic,electronic stability control (esc) problems are the most common for the 2024 BMW i5. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic,electronic Stability Control (esc)3

02Unknown Or Other2

03Steering,electrical System1

04Visibility/wiper1

05Service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance1

20 total across 1 model years (2024–2024)Full data at NHTSA.gov

BMW i5 Fuel Economy

85–105mpg combined

85-104city

86-105hwy

$700-$900/yr

The 2024 BMW i5 delivers 85 to 105 MPG combined across 6 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

i5 eDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels) - Automatic (A1)

105mpg

Rear-Wheel DriveEV

104 city105 hwy~$700/yr10/10 Clean

i5 eDrive40 Sedan (20 inch Wheels) - Automatic (A1)

99mpg

Rear-Wheel DriveEV

99 city98 hwy~$750/yr10/10 Clean

i5 eDrive40 Sedan (21 inch Wheels) - Automatic (A1)

96mpg

Rear-Wheel DriveEV

97 city94 hwy~$800/yr10/10 Clean

i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (19 inch Wheels) - Automatic (A1)

91mpg

4-Wheel DriveEV

90 city93 hwy~$850/yr10/10 Clean

i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (20 inch Wheels) - Automatic (A1)

89mpg

4-Wheel DriveEV

89 city90 hwy~$850/yr10/10 Clean

i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (21 inch Wheels) - Automatic (A1)

85mpg

4-Wheel DriveEV

85 city86 hwy~$900/yr10/10 Clean

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2024 BMW i5

22States

60%in top 3

California has the most inventory at 43%, with options spread across 22 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

CACalifornia

28243%

TXTexas

7411%

FLFlorida

426%

WAWashington

335%

GAGeorgia

315%

ILIllinois

203%

AZArizona

193%

MDMaryland

173%

DCWashington DC

173%

NCNorth Carolina

152%

NJ10

PA10

MO10

NY9

NV8

OR8

DE7

CO6

OK5

TN5

SC4

OH4

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2024.

2024 BMW i5 Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2024 BMW i5 a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2024 BMW i5. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2024 BMW i5?

NHTSA shows 2 recall campaigns for the 2024 BMW i5. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2024 BMW i5?

You'll get between 85 and 105 MPG combined from the 2024 BMW i5, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2024 BMW i5?

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) problems top the list with 20 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2024 compare to other BMW i5 years?

The 2024 sits at a specific point in the BMW i5 lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

Other BMW i5 Years

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