Evaluation of 2024 BMW i5 eDrive40

BMW’s iconic 5 Series limousine uses battery power, but some features are lost in the process.

The new BMW 5 Series takes electrification to the extreme. Gasoline and diesel models still exist, but the core of the series is now the 2024 BMW i5 eDrive40, which is a classic rear-wheel drive semi-sports car. It enhances the sense of luxury through extra space, a lot of technology and a lot of equipment. It is an impressive means of transportation, although it has lost some traditional features.

How much is the BMW i5 eDrive40?

Section 2024Bmw i5 eDrive40It’s onThe new 5 series battery electric version is the first of its kind., the price is 155,900 Australian dollars, plus the toll.

If you need more power, you can choose BMW i5 M60 sedan (starting at A $215,900) or.Station wagon (starting at $219,900), or you can choose gasoline (starting at A $114,900 for the 520i) or diesel (starting at A $134,900 for the 540d).

The most obvious competitor of i5 eDrive40 isMercedes benz EQE 350 (starting at $153,600), butGenesis G80 Electrified Luxury (starting at A $145,675) must be playing the same game.

You are far from the Audi e-tron (starting at A $182,400) and the Porsche Taycan (starting at A $175,100) series.The entry-level model is not far away.

What equipment is equipped with the BMW i5 eDrive40?

The rich configuration makes the 2024 BMW i5 eDrive40 prove that its purchase price is reasonable. It is equipped with 20-inch wheels, adaptive suspension, inner and outer M sports kits, Merino leather interior, adaptive LED headlights, electrically adjustable and heated sports front seats, electric trunk, panoramic glass roof and dual-zone climate control.

Having said that, if your wallet is bulging, you can still spend more money. Many metallic colors are free, but the price in matte paint is between 5,000 and 9,000 Australian dollars, depending on your choice.

The only additional function on the car we tested was the comfort kit, which cost A $5,700 to add four-zone climate control, heated steering wheel, electric rear sunshade, ventilated front seats and heated rear seats-all these are valuable functions.

From the appearance point of view, the M Sport Plus kit, which costs A $4,200, adds 21-inch wheels, shiny appearance highlights, carbon fiber spoilers and rearview mirrors, and painted brake calipers, or you can buy larger wheels for A $2,200.

The standard warranty period of BMW is five years/unlimited mileage, and the battery warranty period is eight years. Service intervals may vary, but a four-year (A $1,676) or six-year (A $2,350) prepaid package is available.

How safe is the BMW i5 eDrive40?

ANCAP awarded the highest five-star safety rating to the 2024 BMW 5 Series (including the i5 EV model).Among them, the score of adult occupant protection is 89%, the score of child occupant protection is 87%, the score of vulnerable road users is 86%, and the score of safety assistance is 81%.

This is because the front and rear parts are equipped with a large number of airbags and a large number of active safety kits, including automatic emergency braking (AEB), active cruise control with stop-and-go function, lane keeping assistance and departure warning, parking assistance, intersection warning and 360-degree camera.

In addition, the professional parking assistant (Parking Assistant Professional) is also a standard configuration, which allows the automatic parking operation up to 200 meters to be executed and stored, and then the car can be automatically executed when needed, even through a smartphone using BMW App.

What technology does BMW i5 eDrive40 use?

Nowadays, the giant widescreen display has become a necessary configuration of the brand, and the 2024 BMW i5 eDrive40 is no exception.

It does use BMW’s operating system 8.5 instead of the latest 9.0, which solves some ergonomic problems, but more importantly, it turns to more powerful Android-based hardware.

In any case, OS8.5 has millions of different functions. Not only wireless smartphone images, but also 5G connections, personal assistants, video streaming, real-time traffic and weather updates, and even car games. Your smartphone can become a controller to kill charging time.

In addition, there is a comprehensive head-up display, augmented reality navigation that can display instructions superimposed on the camera view, full-width digital instruments and application programs to check the vehicle status.

Where does the power of BMW i5 eDrive40 come from?

A single 250kW/430Nm rear motor can accelerate the 2024 BMW i5 eDrive40 from 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds, with a top speed of 193 km/h..

How far can the BMW i5 eDrive40 travel on a single charge?

Capacity up to 84kWh (total capacity; The battery with a net capacity of 81.2kWh can provide a maximum cruising range of 582 kilometers for the 2024 BMW i5 eDrive40.

As in the past, the maximum number needs to be achieved in an ideal situation, but it brings a very realistic real world range of 450-500 kilometers to the i5.

The maximum DC charging rate is 205kW, which can theoretically charge 10-80% within 30 minutes, but it must be said that it is difficult for us to reach the charging amount close to 200kW on a 350kW charger. This time, it may just be fate.

On the other hand, the owner can buy an 11kW AC charger from BMW at the price of A $1,000 plus installation fee, which can fully charge the battery from empty power within 8.2 hours.

Reminder: In a typical household power outlet, the charging time is 0-100% about 43 hours, so don’t expect to be fully charged overnight!

BMW does offer a five-year subscription service for Chargefox outlets, which makes the public charging experience relatively easy: just walk to the front of the car, swipe your card and plug in the power supply.

How does it feel to drive the BMW i5 eDrive40?

In a way, electric propulsion makes the 2024 BMW i5 eDrive40 the best 5 Series ever.

It is very quiet and exquisite, it can provide impressive power instantly, and the ride experience is very comfortable on the whole.

Raise your enthusiasm, it will show the truly extraordinary grip, the balance of traditional BMW, accurate steering and strong traction for a car of this size and weight (2130 kg), and if you work hard enough, it will swing your hips with rear wheel drive.

But …

For those who still love driving internal combustion engines, these may be outdated ideas, but after the road test of the i5, I was impressed by its performance, but I don’t want to experience it again.

It didn’t take long for me to feel as if I had discovered what it could do. Although the previous 5-Series sedan was not as powerful and steady as the new i5 in terms of dynamics, it could inspire your enthusiasm for driving for a long time, even for the sake of driving, even on the humble 528, 530 and 540.

There are two reasons that may have nothing to do with this. First of all, people who like the EV process, like the seamless and quiet impact it brings, may feel that the i5 experience is better. Secondly, few non-M 5 series drive in this way, and the silky daily driving mode of cars is more important.

Let me defend you. You can buy a twin-turbocharged V8 by buying the previous generation 5 Series with this money.M550i with all-wheel drive This is a top class sports car.

What is the interior of the BMW i5 eDrive40?

Like all G60 5 series models, the size of the 2024 BMW i5 eDrive40 is greatly increased compared with its predecessor.

The length is increased by 97 mm, the width is increased by 32 mm, the height is increased by 36 mm, and the wheelbase is increased by 20 mm, which makes its proportion similar to that of the 7 series not long ago.

To prove this point, measure F01 7 series (2008-2015) with a tape measure, and you will find that it is 5072mm long, 1902mm wide, 1478mm high and 3070mm wheelbase. The dimensions of i5 are 5060mm, 1900mm, 1515mm and 2995mm respectively. The difference is very small.

The advantage of this is that the interior space is similar to that of the 7 Series, especially in the rear.

Also fromBorrowed from the 7 seriesThere is also a cool interactive bar across the entire cabin, which contains hidden vents and can be set to any color. It really looks beautiful at night.

This is a simple but high-quality environment.

The driving position is very good, and it is highly adjustable, with sufficient storage space and a 490-liter trunk.

Should I buy a BMW i5 eDrive40?

As the main role of this 2024 BMW i5 eDrive40 as a large luxury car, turning to electric drive has undoubtedly improved it.

The daily experience is smoother and more exquisite, the space is bigger, the level of science and technology is almost dazzling, and the interior is very fashionable, which meets many requirements.

Despite its powerful performance, it lost its sports advantage, which may not be important to many people, but those who spent a similar amount on the previous G30 M550i may find it lacking in drama.

In other words, if you are eager to own an i7, but don’t want to spend more than 300,000 Australian dollars, then the i5 eDrive40 can provide quite good imitation effect at half the price.

Overview of 2024 BMW i5 eDrive40:
Price: 155,900 Australian dollars (excluding toll)
Time to market: now
Power system: single rear permanent magnet synchronous motor
Output power: 250kW/430Nm.
Gearbox: single speed reduction gear
Battery: 84kWh lithium ion
Cruising range: 582km(WLTP)
Energy consumption: 15.9-18.9kWh/100km(WLTP)
Safety level: five stars (ANCAP 2023)

Talent is the first driving force for enterprise development, which has long been the consensus of major enterprises. As the only brand in the industry that focuses on one-on-one express delivery, Flash Delivery insists on creating a "temperature" corporate culture to create a safe working environment and an inclusive working atmosphere for riders.

　

　

In the instant delivery industry, it is inevitable that the platform will compete with each other in exploring a more efficient instant delivery scheduling system, but it needs to give consideration to speed and efficiency. How can their safety be guaranteed? As an influential head platform in the industry, Flash has been doing "one-on-one express delivery" for ten years. Compared with the single-fight mode of grabbing income with time under the extreme algorithm, the rider in Flash mode faces one order at a time, and each order has a certain life time, so as to prevent the rider from running a red light or speeding in order to catch up with time, so as to perform the contract more calmly and safely. In addition, the unique algorithm model of "one-to-one mode" is built by combining the huge data accumulated in its own service scenes, and three digital systems, namely, order matching system, dynamic intelligent dispatching system and safety protection system, are gradually formed, which leaves users with space to explore application scenes and provides time and possibility for riders to contribute exclusive services to users.

As the main body responsible for production safety, the "safety problem" can’t be relaxed for a moment. We attach great importance to the safety protection of riders, and strengthen safety management and create a people-oriented enterprise safety culture through a series of practical and effective means such as establishing mechanisms, innovating means, perfecting standards and building culture. For example, through accident transfer, vehicle rescue, rider safety training courses, rider love team operation, etc., the safety experience in rider service is improved as a whole, and accidents are reduced. In addition, the flasher also regularly provides riders with traffic safety tips and related training, and has opened the functions of traffic accident transfer and vehicle rescue on the flasher APP. At the same time, it has set up "energy stations" in several cities across the country to enable riders in need to quickly inquire about nearby rest, endurance and maintenance places, so as to achieve speed and temperature.

　

　

In addition, while ensuring the safety of the rider, the flash also pays great attention to improving the rider’s happiness. Flash delivery has successively built knight’s homes in core cities across the country, providing offline activities such as order-taking training, communication, problem solving, rest and drinking water, which are open to flash delivery staff and city service providers. In addition, the annual November 23rd will be designated as the "Flash Rider’s Day", during which cash-filled red envelopes, gifts and benefits, offline dinners and other activities will be provided for riders to gain more social recognition, thus enhancing their sense of professional honor.

In the future, the Flash Club will continue to adhere to the corporate philosophy of "people-oriented", create a safer working environment conducive to personal growth for riders, pay attention to the development of riders in all directions, and create a one-on-one brand benchmark that is truly warm to employees and society.

　

　

Recently, myna has written many articles introducing domestic operating systems. Deep deepin, Tongxin uos, Kirin v10, and Youqilin are all domestic operating systems with a large number of domestic users. （，）

Many netizens leave messages in the background, asking why Huawei doesn’t make a desktop operating system.After all, Huawei has a strong R&D strength, the HarmonyOS operating system has developed to HarmonyOS 4, and Huawei’s computer business has also done a lot. It should be very reasonable to develop a desktop operating system!

Now, the news of HarmonyOS OS PC version is coming! Recently CEO of Shenzhen Kaihong Digital Industry Development Co., Ltd.When Dr. Wang Chenglu was asked whether there was a PC-side HarmonyOS system when interacting with netizens in Weibo, he replied "Yes"!Wang Chenglu was the president of Huawei’s terminal BG software department and the president of Huawei’s consumer business AI and smart full scene business department, and was regarded as the "father of HarmonyOS".We have reason to believe that the PC version of HarmonyOS is by no means groundless, and it is not far from listing.!

In fact, as early as the release of HarmonyOS OS 1.0, the technology roadmap announced by Huawei indicated that domestic PCs would be supported in 2020.The year of 2020 is a year of rapid development of Xinchuang industry. In this year, the well-known domestic operating systems such as Tongxin uos and Kirin v10 have rapidly expanded their popularity and market share with the help of the policy.. Huawei’s owners in Xinchuanghang mainly provide servers or PC equipment hardware, and have not seen the desktop operating system.

According to the HarmonyOS OS system architecture published by Huawei, the HarmonyOS system will not only run on the mobile phone, but its main purpose is to break down the barriers between different devices, realize the interconnection of devices, and realize the seamless transmission of data and applications.PC operating system is the inevitable result of the continuous development of HarmonyOS operating system.!

At the beginning of this year, some developers tried to transplant the open source HarmonyOS to PC devices, and it worked successfully.

From a business perspective, it is an inevitable choice for Huawei to be a pc operating system. First, the compatible design of pc is reserved at the bottom of HarmonyOS system;Secondly, for the sake of its own business security, Huawei’s PC business also needs to have its own operating system for backup to avoid being stuck in the West.!

Some netizens may ask,What is the difference between Huawei’s HarmonyOS desktop operating system and the current operating systems of Tongxin and Kirin? Isn’t it fighting with each other and wasting research and development resources??

Myna’s personal opinion, this problem should be analyzed by returning to the business model. At present, several domestic operating system manufacturers are making domestic operating systems because of the policy of Xinchuang, and the main service targets are key units such as the government and state-owned enterprises, for the independent control of core fields. The starting point of Huawei’s operating system is to ensure the safety of its own business and ensure that the core foundation affecting its business is in its own hands and will not be blocked by the United States! Everyone’s starting point is to do backup and be self-controllable, but the angle is different.

From another dimension,China’s market is big enough, and any vertical field of mass consumption market is enough for a manufacturer to eat! There are two or three head manufacturers in the operating system field, which is also in line with the logic of marketization.! And there are a large number of markets in South Asia, Africa, South America and so on, which can be the space for the future development of domestic operating systems!

Take the mobile phone industry as an example. At its peak, Huawei failed to eat all the market share. Xiaomi, oppo, vivo and other manufacturers also have their own competitiveness! So you don’t have to worry too much about Huawei becoming a PC operating system and forming a competitive relationship with other operating system vendors.Even if that day does come, consumers will eventually speak with products and ecology, and consumers will vote with their feet.!

It is not spring that outshines others, and a hundred flowers blossom in spring.! Looking forward to the situation of "a hundred schools of thought contend" in domestic operating systems, it will certainly accelerate the development of the hardware and software ecosystem of domestic operating systems!

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　　On October 15th, in the production workshop of Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Co., Ltd. Machinery Manufacturing Branch, workers were installing and debugging the Qiyue shield machine. Recently, the ultra-large diameter shield machine "Qiyue" independently developed and manufactured by Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Co., Ltd. of Tunnel Co., Ltd. was successfully debugged off the assembly line in Pudong, Shanghai. The total weight of the "Qiyue" machine is about 3,200 tons, and the total length is about 99 meters, of which the length of the main machine is about 16 meters, and the cutting diameter of the cutter head reaches 14.05 meters. Xinhua News Agency reporter Fang Yushe

　　On October 15th, in the production workshop of Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Co., Ltd. Machinery Manufacturing Branch, workers were installing and debugging the Qiyue shield machine (photo of drone). Recently, the ultra-large diameter shield machine "Qiyue" independently developed and manufactured by Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Co., Ltd. of Tunnel Co., Ltd. was successfully debugged off the assembly line in Pudong, Shanghai. The total weight of the "Qiyue" machine is about 3,200 tons, and the total length is about 99 meters, of which the length of the main machine is about 16 meters, and the cutting diameter of the cutter head reaches 14.05 meters. Xinhua News Agency reporter Fang Yushe

　　On October 15th, in the production workshop of Machinery Manufacturing Branch of Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Co., Ltd., workers discussed and communicated with each other beside the Qiyue shield machine. Recently, the ultra-large diameter shield machine "Qiyue" independently developed and manufactured by Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Co., Ltd. of Tunnel Co., Ltd. was successfully debugged off the assembly line in Pudong, Shanghai. The total weight of the "Qiyue" machine is about 3,200 tons, and the total length is about 99 meters, of which the length of the main machine is about 16 meters, and the cutting diameter of the cutter head reaches 14.05 meters. Xinhua News Agency reporter Fang Yushe

　　On October 15th, a worker carried out welding operation on the Qiyue shield machine in the production workshop (photo of drone). Recently, the ultra-large diameter shield machine "Qiyue" independently developed and manufactured by Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Co., Ltd. of Tunnel Co., Ltd. was successfully debugged off the assembly line in Pudong, Shanghai. The total weight of the "Qiyue" machine is about 3,200 tons, and the total length is about 99 meters, of which the length of the main machine is about 16 meters, and the cutting diameter of the cutter head reaches 14.05 meters. Xinhua News Agency reporter Fang Yushe

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At present, China Petrochemical Lubricant has reached cooperation with more than 10 Australian local mining groups, such as McMahon, and has become an important lubricant brand in the Australian market. In view of the characteristics of the Australian market, China Petrochemical Lubricating Oil has given full play to its product and service advantages, continuously promoted network construction and product promotion in key markets, and formed close cooperative relations with local key enterprises such as mining, metallurgy and transportation.

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The BMW i4 adopts a dynamic design, and the front part presents a typical family style. The long and narrow headlights and the kidney-shaped air intake grille complement each other, adding unique recognition to the whole vehicle. The grille adopts a closed design, which highlights its identity as an electric vehicle, and adopts blue decorative strips to further highlight its electric characteristics. On the whole, the body lines of BMW i4 are smooth and full of tension, showing a modern design style.

BMW i4 has a body size of 4785*1852*1455mm, a wheelbase of 2856mm, a front track of 1601mm and a rear track of 1630mm. Its car side lines are smooth, showing a dynamic and powerful appearance. With 18-inch wheels, the front wheel uses 245/45 R18 tires, and the rear wheel uses 255/45 R18 tires, showing a sporty style.

The interior design of BMW i4 embodies the perfect integration of modernity and technology, and adopts exquisite interior style to create a luxurious and comfortable driving atmosphere. The steering wheel is wrapped in leather, with delicate hand feeling and manual adjustment function, which is convenient for drivers to adjust according to their own needs. The center console is equipped with a 14.9-inch high-definition touch screen, which integrates the functions of multimedia system, navigation, telephone and air conditioning control, and supports voice recognition control system, greatly improving the operation convenience and user experience. In addition, the BMW i4 is equipped with wireless charging function of the front mobile phone to ensure that the driver can keep the mobile phone fully charged at any time during driving. In terms of seats, consumers can choose from a variety of materials, including imitation leather, genuine leather and fabric/suede mix-and-match. The front seat has heating function, and the main driver seat also has electric seat memory function, which ensures the comfort of long-term driving. The rear seats support the proportional tilting, which further improves the practicability of the vehicle.

The BMW i4 is equipped with an efficient power system with a maximum power of 250kW and a maximum torque of 430 Nm. This powerful power output provides drivers with abundant power and excellent driving experience.

The owner of car home said that although the 3, 5 and X3 configuration parameters of the I series were almost the same, he willfully spent more than 100,000 yuan on an imported BMW i4 for its face value and personality. He proudly said that the design of the big nostril is extraordinary at first glance, and others often guess that this car is worth 600,000, which makes him feel a little embarrassed.

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The exterior design of BMW i4 is full of futuristic and dynamic feeling. The front face adopts family-style design language, and the long and narrow LED headlights complement the iconic kidney-shaped air intake grille, which not only enhances the visual impact of the whole vehicle, but also highlights the unique style of the brand. The body lines are smooth, the overall shape is very dynamic, and the slender taillights at the rear of the car echo the headlights, creating a strong sports atmosphere. The exterior design of BMW i4 not only reflects the brand’s vision for the future, but also fully demonstrates its unique charm as an electric vehicle.

The body size of BMW i4 is 4785 * 1852 * 1455mm, the wheelbase is 2856mm, the front track is 1601mm, and the rear track is 1630mm. The car’s side lines are smooth and dynamic, with 18-inch rims, which are 245/45 R18 in front of tyre size and 255/45 R18 in rear of tyre size, showing excellent sports style and precise handling performance.

The interior style of BMW i4 is simple and elegant, with high-quality materials and meticulous craftsmanship, creating a luxurious and technological driving environment. The steering wheel is wrapped in leather, which feels comfortable and supports manual adjustment up and down and back and forth to meet the needs of different drivers. The center console is equipped with a 14.9-inch large touch screen, which integrates various functions such as multimedia system, navigation, telephone and air conditioning, and supports voice recognition control system, greatly improving the convenience of operation. In terms of seats, BMW i4 offers the choice of imitation leather, genuine leather and leather /Alcantara mixed materials. The front seats support multi-directional adjustment and have heating function to provide drivers with a comfortable ride experience. In addition, the car is equipped with multiple USB and Type-C interfaces, as well as wireless charging function, which is convenient for passengers to charge electronic equipment at any time.

BMW i4 is equipped with an efficient motor, with a maximum power of 210kW and a peak torque of 400N·m, which provides a strong power output and a smooth driving experience for the vehicle.

To sum up, BMW i4 has won the favor of many car owners with its excellent sound insulation performance, strong power performance and unique design. As the owner of car home said: "Sound insulation is good, power is sufficient, appearance is king, and volcanic red interior is made. I don’t think I will lose my sister." This undoubtedly adds more highlights to this electric car.