Cost to Charge a 2024 BMW i5
Charging a 2024 BMW i5 from 10% to 80% at home costs about $10.38 at the U.S. average electricity rate (16.5¢/kWh). A full 81 kWh charge is roughly $14.83, or about $5.03 per 100 miles. Use the calculator below for your own rate.
Full charge (home)
$14.83
81 kWh @ 16.5¢/kWh
Per 100 miles
$5.03
295 mi EPA range
10–80% top-up
$10.38
Most common charge
Charging cost by electricity rate
What it costs to charge the BMW i5 at three representative U.S. rates.
| Charge window | Washington11.9¢/kWh | U.S. average16.5¢/kWh | California32.0¢/kWh |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% → 80% (typical top-up) | $7.50 | $10.38 | $20.14 |
| 20% → 80% (fast-charge stop) | $6.43 | $8.90 | $17.26 |
| 0% → 100% (full charge) | $10.71 | $14.83 | $28.77 |
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Battery is pre-filled to the BMW i5's 81 kWh. Enter your own electricity rate.
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Frequently asked questions
At the U.S. average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh, a full 0–100% charge of the 2024 BMW i5's 81 kWh battery costs about $14.83. A typical 10–80% top-up is roughly $10.38. Your cost depends on your local electricity rate — enter it above.
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How long does it take to charge?
Cost is one half of the picture. See charge times for the BMW i5 on Level 1, Level 2, and DC fast charging.
BMW i5 charging time