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Earth Day 2024: For the Occasion, Our Top 10 electric vehicles in Canada

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BMW i5 5 Series
BMW i5 5 Series | Photo: BMW

While it may not be the most futuristic-looking thing on this list, there are many out there who a) appreciate more reserved styling from their BEV and B) like how BMW’s look in general and wouldn’t want this one to stray too far from that. 

Indeed, the i5 is distinctive with its kidney grille, blocky wheel designs and narrow taillights, and it looks every bit the handsome mid-size sedan that BMW is so well known for.

This BMW EV provides the expected powertrain capabilities and handling as well.  Output is a healthy 593 hp and 605 lb-ft, enough for a 0-100 km/h sprint of less than 4 seconds. Of course, being a BMW, it has to handle as well, so it gets niceties like standard M Sport brakes and optional Adaptive M suspension. 

Look for a combined EV range of over 510 km.

See also: 2024 BMW i5 First Drive: A Successful Transition

See also: 2024 BMW i5 pictures

Exterior design of BMW i5 5 Series
Exterior design of BMW i5 5 Series | Photo: BMW
BMW i5 5 Series red
BMW i5 5 Series red | Photo: BMW
Interior of BMW i5 5 Series
Interior of BMW i5 5 Series | Photo: BMW
Dan Heyman
Dan Heyman
Automotive expert
  • Over 12 years' experience as an automotive journalist
  • More than 70 test drives in the past year
  • Participation in over 150 new vehicle launches in the presence of the brand's technical specialists