BMW i5 Insurance Cost
Full coverage for a BMW i5 costs about $2,085 a year ($174/month) by our estimate — ▲ +31% versus the average vehicle, ranking 256th cheapest of 310 current models.
BMW i5 insurance cost at a glance
These figures assume a driver in their 30s with a clean record, 7,500–12,000 miles a year, $500 deductibles and national-average base rates, for the 2027 model year. Our vehicle data covers the 2024–2027 model years of the BMW i5.
| Coverage level | What it includes | Per year | Per month | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State minimum liability | Only the liability (and PIP/UM where required) limits your state mandates. No coverage for your own car. | $600 | $50 | $495–$710 |
| Standard liability (100/300/100) | Higher liability limits plus uninsured motorist coverage. Still no coverage for damage to your own car. | $870 | $73 | $715–$1,030 |
| Full coverage | Standard liability plus collision and comprehensive, typically required on a financed or leased car. | $2,085 | $174 | $1,710–$2,460 |
What drives the cost of insuring a BMW i5
The strongest predictor of what insurers charge for a specific model is its claims history. HLDI publishes relative insurance losses for recent models (2022-2024), where 100 is the average of all passenger vehicles. The BMW i5's results put our vehicle factor at 0.98× for liability, 1.86× for collision and 1.47× for comprehensive.
| Coverage | Index | Rating | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collision | 191 | Much worse than average | Damage to this car in crashes; driven by repair costs and crash frequency |
| Comprehensive | 150 | Much worse than average | Theft, vandalism, glass, weather and animal damage |
HLDI results by body style / drivetrain (2)
| Variant | Collision | Comprehensive | Prop. damage | Bodily injury |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW i5 electric 4dr 4WD | 191 | 150 | — | — |
| BMW i5 electric 4dr | 212 | — | — | — |
- Repair and parts costs: Luxury car from a luxury brand — premium parts, sensors and labor rates raise collision claims.
- Electric drivetrain: battery packs, high-voltage systems and specialized repair shops make EV collision claims more expensive on average; comprehensive can be lower if theft is rare.
- Recalls & complaints: 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 8 owner complaints across its latest three model years. Recalls don't change premiums directly, but open recalls should be fixed.
BMW i5 trims and configurations (2027)
Higher trims with bigger engines, all-wheel drive or more technology usually cost more to repair or replace, which raises collision and comprehensive premiums.
| Configuration | Drive | Engine | MPGe (comb.) | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (19 inch Wheels) | AWD | Electric | 99 | 277 mi |
| i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (20 inch Wheels) | AWD | Electric | 94 | 266 mi |
| i5 M60 xDrive Sedan (21 inch Wheels) | AWD | Electric | 91 | 259 mi |
| i5 eDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels) | RWD | Electric | 116 | 328 mi |
| i5 eDrive40 Sedan (20 inch Wheels) | RWD | Electric | 106 | 299 mi |
| i5 eDrive40 Sedan (21 inch Wheels) | RWD | Electric | 100 | 280 mi |
| i5 xDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels) | AWD | Electric | 100 | 283 mi |
| i5 xDrive40 Sedan (20 inch Wheels) | AWD | Electric | 96 | 273 mi |
| i5 xDrive40 Sedan (21 inch Wheels) | AWD | Electric | 92 | 262 mi |
BMW i5 insurance cost by model year
Older model years cost less to insure for full coverage because the car is worth less, so collision and comprehensive payouts are smaller. Liability costs stay about the same.
| Model year | Engines | Drive | MPGe | Est. full / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Electric | AWD, RWD | — | $2,085 |
| 2026 | Electric | AWD, RWD | — | $2,030 |
| 2025 | Electric | AWD, RWD | — | $1,975 |
| 2024 | Electric | 4WD, RWD | — | $1,920 |
BMW i5 insurance cost by state
The same car can cost very different amounts to insure depending on where it is garaged. Select a state for its rules and city-level costs.
| State | Full coverage | Minimum | vs. national |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,875 | $470 | −10% |
| Alaska | $1,855 | $610 | −11% |
| Arizona | $2,155 | $650 | +3% |
| Arkansas | $1,935 | $440 | −7% |
| California | $2,130 | $560 | +2% |
| Colorado | $2,375 | $640 | +14% |
| Connecticut | $2,160 | $695 | +4% |
| Delaware | $2,195 | $785 | +5% |
| District of Columbia | $2,675 | $725 | +28% |
| Florida | $2,745 | $1,055 | +32% |
| Georgia | $2,450 | $855 | +18% |
| Hawaii | $1,495 | $425 | −28% |
| Idaho | $1,430 | $395 | −31% |
| Illinois | $1,850 | $490 | −11% |
| Indiana | $1,515 | $395 | −27% |
| Iowa | $1,495 | $305 | −28% |
| Kansas | $1,735 | $395 | −17% |
| Kentucky | $1,735 | $515 | −17% |
| Louisiana | $2,840 | $775 | +36% |
| Maine | $1,370 | $415 | −34% |
| Maryland | $2,305 | $740 | +11% |
| Massachusetts | $2,075 | $580 | 0% |
| Michigan | $2,315 | $750 | +11% |
| Minnesota | $1,785 | $460 | −14% |
| Mississippi | $2,040 | $520 | −2% |
| Missouri | $1,925 | $500 | −8% |
| Montana | $1,740 | $385 | −17% |
| Nebraska | $1,740 | $395 | −17% |
| Nevada | $2,220 | $850 | +6% |
| New Hampshire | $1,530 | $395 | −27% |
| New Jersey | $2,385 | $915 | +14% |
| New Mexico | $1,895 | $510 | −9% |
| New York | $2,680 | $910 | +29% |
| North Carolina | $1,655 | $440 | −21% |
| North Dakota | $1,445 | $270 | −31% |
| Ohio | $1,530 | $395 | −27% |
| Oklahoma | $1,950 | $460 | −6% |
| Oregon | $1,785 | $615 | −14% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,890 | $415 | −9% |
| Rhode Island | $2,440 | $805 | +17% |
| South Carolina | $2,130 | $720 | +2% |
| South Dakota | $1,715 | $310 | −18% |
| Tennessee | $1,800 | $445 | −14% |
| Texas | $2,515 | $680 | +21% |
| Utah | $1,820 | $640 | −13% |
| Vermont | $1,450 | $310 | −30% |
| Virginia | $1,800 | $615 | −14% |
| Washington | $1,760 | $580 | −16% |
| West Virginia | $1,810 | $425 | −13% |
| Wisconsin | $1,465 | $365 | −30% |
| Wyoming | $1,755 | $320 | −16% |
BMW i5 insurance by driver profile
| Driver | Minimum | Standard | Full coverage | Full / month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teen driver (18, own policy) | $1,655 | $2,400 | $5,735 | $478 |
| Young adult (22) | $965 | $1,395 | $3,335 | $278 |
| Adult in their 30s | $600 | $870 | $2,085 | $174 |
| Adult in their 50s | $555 | $805 | $1,920 | $160 |
| Senior (72) | $675 | $975 | $2,335 | $195 |
| 30s, one at-fault accident | $870 | $1,265 | $3,025 | $252 |
| 30s, DUI on record | $1,115 | $1,615 | $3,855 | $321 |
BMW i5 vs. rivals
| Model | Full coverage / yr | HLDI collision | HLDI comprehensive | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW i5 | $2,085 | 191 | 150 | — |
| Lexus IS | $1,835 | 158 | 150 | — |
| Lexus ES | $1,590 | 121 | 108 | — |
| BMW 7 Series | $3,710 | 405 | 363 | — |
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Other BMW models
- 2 Series $1,630/yr
- 4 Series $1,670/yr
- 5 Series $1,490/yr
- 7 Series $3,710/yr
- i7 $2,795/yr
- iX3 $1,895/yr
- M2 $2,260/yr
- M3 $4,190/yr
- M4 $4,260/yr
- M5 $1,820/yr
- X1 $1,560/yr
- X2 $1,805/yr
- X5 $1,690/yr
- X6 $2,305/yr
- X7 $1,915/yr
- 3 Series $1,880/yr
- 8 Series $2,610/yr
- i4 $1,920/yr
- iX $2,310/yr
- X3 $1,565/yr
- XM $2,985/yr
- Z4 $1,320/yr
- M8 $3,945/yr
- X4 $1,745/yr
- i3 $1,565/yr
- i8 $1,810/yr
- 6 Series $1,480/yr
- M6 $1,755/yr
- 1 Series $1,580/yr
- ActiveE $1,390/yr
Frequently asked questions
How much is insurance for a BMW i5?
We estimate about $2,085 a year ($174 a month) for full coverage and $600 for state-minimum liability, for a driver in their 30s with a clean record at national-average rates. That is 31% more than the average vehicle.
Is the BMW i5 expensive to insure?
HLDI insurance-loss data rates it at 191 for collision and 150 for comprehensive losses (100 = average of all vehicles), meaning collision losses are much worse than average.
Which state is cheapest to insure a BMW i5?
Maine has the lowest estimate (about $1,370 a year for full coverage) and Louisiana the highest (about $2,840).
Is the BMW i5 cheaper to insure than the Lexus IS?
By our estimate the BMW i5 costs about $2,085 a year versus $1,880 for the Lexus IS, making the Lexus IS cheaper to insure.
How much is BMW i5 insurance for a teen driver?
An 18-year-old on their own full-coverage policy would pay about $5,735 a year at national-average rates by our estimate.
How we estimate this
We start from the state's average liability, collision and comprehensive premiums published by the NAIC, then apply a location factor (population density and commute time from the Census ACS, weather hazard scores from FEMA's National Risk Index), a vehicle factor (HLDI insurance-loss data where available, otherwise vehicle segment), and a driver-profile multiplier. Results are rounded ranges for comparison, not quotes. Read the full methodology.