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BMW i5 pack (84.3 kWh usable)

Lithium-ion (cathode not published for this pack) cells · 84.3 kWh · used in 1 model variant.

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Pack reference

Lithium-ion (cathode not published for this pack) · Four modules of 72 cells and three of 12 cells; 400 volts, 211 Ah

About the pack

Capacity

84.3 kWh

as published

Fast charge

205 kW

peak · about 30 min to 80%

Warranty floor

—

see OEM warranty book

Pack overview

ChemistryLithium-ion (cathode not published for this pack)

Cell supplierNot published

Cell formatPrismatic

Voltage (nominal)400 V

CoolingLiquid

ArchitectureFour modules of 72 cells and three of 12 cells; 400 volts, 211 Ah

Warranty 8 yr / 100k mi

Known issues

High

NHTSA 24V-135 (February 2024) covers four cars from model year 2024, three i4 and one i5 eDrive40. The high-voltage battery module may have insufficient weld seams, which can make the battery overheat. Dealers replace the module free of charge.

NHTSA recall

Medium

NHTSA 25V-395 (July 2025) covers certain 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 iX, 2023-2024 i7 and 2024 i5 vehicles. The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system and cause a loss of drive power. The software is updated over the air or by a dealer, free of charge.

NHTSA recall

Low

BMW's US release gives the i5 a usable energy content of 84.3 kWh at 400 volts and 211 Ah, in four modules of 72 cells and three of 12, charging at up to 205 kW and from 10 to 80 percent in about 30 minutes. BMW's global data sheet lists 81.2 kWh net for the same car.

Manufacturer

Medium

BMW's US warranty covers the high-voltage battery against defects in materials or workmanship for 8 years or 100,000 miles. The 2022 through 2025 booklets set no capacity floor. BMW added one, at 70 percent state of health, with the 2026 model year booklet.

OEM warranty

How this pack ages (industry context)

Industry fleet aggregates: 2.3% average annual capacity loss across 22,700 EVs / 21 models (Geotab, 2026), and 95% range retention at 5 years on average across 30,000+ vehicles (Recurrent, 2026).

OEM warranty floor on this pack: 8 yr / 100k mi.

Public per-pack degradation curves are not available for most models. Individual results vary materially with climate, charging behavior, and DC fast-charge frequency.

Vehicles using this pack

BMW i5

2024-2025 · eDrive40 and M60 (2024 on), xDrive40 (2025)

239-295 miEPA range

84-105MPGe

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Battery-Related NHTSA Recalls

Recalls affecting battery, charging, electric propulsion, or thermal-event systems on vehicles using this pack, as of the last complaint-data run. Each campaign names the model generation it was filed against; the summary gives the model years covered.

25V395000 Jul 23, 2025 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2024 I5 vehicles. The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.

Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Filed against: BMW i5 2024-2025

24V135000 Feb 23, 2024 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 i4 xDrive40, i4 M50 and i5 eDrive40 vehicles. The high-voltage battery module may contain insufficient weld seams, which can result in the battery overheating.

Consequence: An overheated battery module increases the risk of a fire.

Filed against: BMW i5 2024-2025

For TWD editorial coverage of major recall campaigns, see /recalls/.

Pack family

BMW i5 pack (84.3 kWh usable) is part of the bmw-gen5 family. Related packs:

BMW i4 pack (83.9 kWh: eDrive40, xDrive40, M50) · NMC 811 · 83.9 kWh
BMW i4 eDrive35 pack (67 kWh net) · Lithium-ion (cathode not published for this pack) · 67 kWh
BMW iX pack (111.5 kWh: xDrive50, M60, 2022-2025) · Lithium-ion (cathode not published for this pack) · 111.5 kWh
BMW i7 pack (105.7 kWh) · Lithium-ion (cathode not published for this pack) · 105.7 kWh

Frequently Asked Questions

What chemistry is the BMW i5 pack (84.3 kWh usable)?

The BMW i5 pack (84.3 kWh usable) uses Lithium-ion (cathode not published for this pack) chemistry. BMW has not named a cell supplier for this pack. Cell format: Prismatic. Pack architecture: Four modules of 72 cells and three of 12 cells; 400 volts, 211 Ah.

What is the warranty on this pack?

8 years or 100,000 miles. Specific terms vary by year and trim; check the manufacturer's warranty booklet for the exact vehicle.

How much does this pack degrade over time?

Industry-wide fleet aggregates show roughly 2.3% average annual capacity loss across 22,700 EVs (Geotab, 2026), with about 95% range retention at five years on average across Recurrent's 30,000+ vehicle fleet (2026). Public per-pack degradation curves are not available for most models. The BMW i5 pack (84.3 kWh usable) battery warranty runs 8 years / 100,000 miles, which is the OEM-guaranteed minimum within that period. Individual results vary with climate, charging habits, and DC fast-charging frequency.

Which vehicles use the BMW i5 pack (84.3 kWh usable)?

BMW i5 2024-2025 (eDrive40 and M60 (2024 on), xDrive40 (2025)).