All New BMW i5 M60 TOURING 2024 - FIRST LOOK, exterior & interior (Extended)

BMW i5 Touring Review: The Practical Bimmer Goes Electric
The BMW i5 is already one of the most compelling electric vehicles on the market, combining a premium badge with rapid performance and long range. But for those who need a bit more utility, BMW now offers the i5 Touring estate model. We get behind the wheel to see if adding more cargo space compromises the i5's appeal.
Practicality With A Premium Badge
On the surface, not much separates the i5 Touring from its sedan counterpart. The two models share nearly identical exterior styling, with the Touring's extended roof and elongated rear doors being the key distinctions. Up front is BMW's latest design language which, while controversial, looks better integrated on the i5 than some other recent models.
The big payoff comes when you open the rear hatch. With the rear seats upright, the Touring boasts a generous 570 liters (20.1 cubic feet) of cargo space - a big jump over the sedan's 490-liter trunk. Fold the 40/20/40 split rear seatbacks and you have a whopping 1,700 liters (60 cu-ft) to work with. Those are excellent numbers for an EV estate.
Premium Cabin, Minus A Few Quirks
Slip inside and you're treated to BMW's latest intuitive curved display layout, with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 14.9-inch central touchscreen seamlessly integrated. Material quality is superb, with the right mix of soft-touch surfaces and textured aluminum trim. Front seats are all-day comfortable and supportive.
The back seat is a bit more hit-or-miss. While there's ample leg and headroom for adults, the lower cushions are quite flat and lacking thigh support for longer journeys. The middle seat is raised and firmer, making it suitable for shorter trips only. At least the Touring has a frunk to supplement cargo-carrying abilities.
Silent and Rapid Performance
Like the sedan, the i5 Touring is available with a choice of two powertrains. The eDrive40 model produces 335 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque from its single electric motor. That's enough for a 0-60 mph time of 6.1 seconds. The hotter M60 xDrive pumps out 601 hp and 738 lb-ft from its dual motors, rocketing to 60 in just 3.7 ticks.
Regardless of powertrain, the i5 Touring delivers the sublime, silent acceleration inherent to all EVs. More impressive is the model's range - up to 344 miles for the eDrive40 and 310 miles for the M60 per EPA estimates. That outranges key rivals like the Porsche Taycan Sport Turismo.
On twisty roads, the Touring's lower center of gravity pays dividends over taller SUV EVs. The steering is nicely weighted and body motions are well controlled, though we noticed some impact harshness over sharper bumps. Overall, it delivers a sporty yet comfortable ride.
The Verdict: The Go-To Premium Electric Wagon
While it won't be a huge seller, the 2024 BMW i5 Touring is an important addition to the EV market. It successfully combines practical cargo-hauling with BMW's renowned driving dynamics and luxury trappings. Apart from a cramped middle-rear seat, there are few compromises to bemoan.
Sure, the i5 Touring commands a lofty price starting around $70,000. But that's par for the course in today's premium EV arena. For those who prefer the versatility of a wagon body style, the 2024 i5 Touring is in a class by itself.
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Schade, der der neue i5 ein anderes Lenkrad hat. Mal schauen, ob es dort auch so eine Tastenfunktion irgendwo gibt.