BMW · Charging Time
How long to charge a
BMW i5 eDrive40?
A BMW i5 eDrive40 (81 kWh battery, 205 kW peak DC) charges from 10% to 80% in approximately 27 minutes on a 150 kW DC fast charger, and fills from empty in around 12h 10m on a 7.4 kW home wallbox.
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Every charger
BMW i5 eDrive40 — charging times by charger
DC times are 10–80% (the standard fast-charging window). AC times are 0–100%, since you’ll usually leave it plugged in overnight.
| Charger | Power | Type | Window | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-pin domestic (UK) | 2.3 kW | AC | 0–100% | 39h 08m |
| Home wallbox 7 kW | 7.4 kW | AC | 0–100% | 12h 10m |
| Three-phase home 11 kW | 11 kW | AC | 0–100% | 8h 11m |
| Three-phase home 22 kW | 22 kW | AC | 0–100% | 8h 11m |
| Public AC destination 22 kW | 22 kW | AC | 0–100% | 8h 11m |
| Rapid DC 50 kW | 50 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 1h 20m |
| Rapid DC 100 kW | 100 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 40 minutes |
| Fast DC 150 kW | 150 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 27 minutes |
| Tesla Supercharger V3 | 250 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 20 minutes |
| Tesla Supercharger V4 | 325 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 20 minutes |
| Ultra-rapid DC 350 kW | 350 kW | DC fast | 10–80% | 20 minutes |
The Specs
About the BMW i5 eDrive40
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Battery
81 kWh
Usable battery capacity. The number that matters for charging-time maths.
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DC Peak
205 kW
Comfortable on any ultra-rapid charger up to its limit.
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AC Max
11 kW
Standard 11 kW three-phase. Most home wallboxes will charge at full pace.
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Range gain (estimate)
≈ 198 mi
Rough miles added by a 10–80% fast-charging session (assuming ~3.5 mi/kWh).
How we calculate
The formula, in the open
Charging time is energy needed divided by effective power. We model the typical, warm, healthy case so the number is honest, not optimistic. Read the full methodology for the curve assumptions and sources.
Common Questions
BMW i5 — frequently asked
How long does it take to charge a BMW i5 eDrive40?
From 10% to 80% in approximately 27 minutes on a 150 kW DC fast charger. From empty to full in around 12h 10m on a 7.4 kW home wallbox. Times above are for a warm, healthy battery — cold packs and busy charger sites can extend them by 10–20%.
What is the BMW i5’s maximum charging speed?
The BMW i5 eDrive40 accepts up to 205 kW on a DC fast charger and up to 11 kW on AC. Power tapers above 80% state of charge to protect the battery cells.
Can the BMW i5 use a 350 kW ultra-rapid charger?
It will work but the car only draws up to 205 kW. A 205 kW or 150 kW charger gives the same speed at lower cost.
How long to charge a BMW i5 at home?
On a typical 7.4 kW home wallbox the BMW i5 fills from empty in around 12h 10m. Plug in overnight and the charge time stops mattering.
Is it bad to charge the BMW i5 to 100%?
For day-to-day driving most manufacturers recommend an 80% ceiling on lithium-ion (NCM/NCA) chemistries, and 100% on LFP. Charge to 100% before a long trip and use the full range that day.