2027 BMW i5
The Verdict
Worst problem area
No complaints reported
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model-year.
Complaints filed held steady at 0 in both 2026 and 2027.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2027 electric vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 700–900 | 700–850 | 650–800 | |
| Combined MPGe | 84–105 | 91–110 | 92–116 | |
| City / Highway MPGe | 83–104 / 85–105 | 92–114 / 88–106 | 95–120 / 90–113 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Complaints filed | 8 | 0 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 9 | 9 | 6 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2027 BMW i5 have?
No NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2027 BMW i5 get?
EPA rates it 92–116 MPGe combined across 6 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 BMW i5?
EPA estimates $650–$800 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Compact Cars | 120 MPGe (high) | 113 MPGe (high) | 116 MPGe (high) | $650 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Compact Cars | 109 MPGe | 102 MPGe | 106 MPGe | $700 | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Compact Cars | 103 MPGe | 95 MPGe | 100 MPGe | $750 | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Compact Cars | 98 MPGe | 94 MPGe | 96 MPGe | $800 (high) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Compact Cars | 95 MPGe (low) | 90 MPGe (low) | 92 MPGe (low) | $800 (high) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Compact Cars | 101 MPGe | 98 MPGe | 100 MPGe | $750 | 0 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls
No recalls have been issued for this model-year.