Used BMW i5 2023-present reliability
Category: Saloon
The BMW i5 is a big, practical electric car with a well-built interior. Rivals can travel farther between charges, though.
What should I look for in a used BMW I5 saloon?
When viewing a used car, always follow our used car buying checklist.
The BMW i5 is a big, heavy car, so make sure there are no knocks or bangs from the suspension on a test drive. There’s lots of tech inside, too, so make sure everything is working correctly, with no glitches or bugs.
What are the most common problems with a used BMW I5 saloon?
At the time of writing, the i5 has one recall listed. To check whether a car has been affected, you can contact your local BMW dealer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall.
Reason for recall
If faulty cell modules have been installed on affected vehicles, then a malfunction may occur in the high voltage battery.
How the manufacturer will repair: The faulty cell modules in the high voltage battery will be replaced.
Number of affected vehicles: 1
Date of recall: 29/02/2024
Is a used BMW I5 saloon reliable?
The i5 is too new to have featured in the latest What Car Reliability Survey. However, to give you a rough idea, the BMW i3 and BMW i4 finished in first and second place out of 20 cars in the electric car section of the survey. We’ll update you on this when we hear more about the i5, but for now, things look promising.
As a brand, BMW did very well, finishing in sixth place out of 30 manufacturers in the league table. That’s above Audi, Mercedes and Porsche, but below Mini and Toyota.
If you would like to see the full reliability list, head to the What Car? Reliability Survey pages for more information.
