BMW i5 value and depreciation
Known for electric 5 series.
Projected value of a new BMW i5
We class the BMW i5 as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 42% after three years and 27% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 65% | R 1 177 800 | R 1 036 464 |
| 3 years | 42% | R 755 187 | R 664 565 |
| 5 years | 27% | R 491 571 | R 432 582 |
| 7 years | 18% | R 329 626 | R 290 071 |
| 10 years | 11% | R 194 660 | R 171 301 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 812 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Launched alongside the latest 5 Series, the i5 gives South Africa an electric executive sedan, topped by the M60 performance flagship. Sales are a small fraction of the petrol and diesel 5 Series. Like most large EVs here it sheds value quickly.
What used i5 years are worth today
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i5 against its rivals
Where the i5 ranks
BMW i5: common questions
What is a BMW i5 worth after 3 years?
A BMW i5 bought new today for R 1 812 000 is projected to be worth about R 755 187 after three years, which is 42% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 664 565.
Does the BMW i5 hold its value?
We class the BMW i5 as a premium ev in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 42% after three years and 27% after five. Battery anxiety, charging doubts and seven-figure prices make premium EVs the steepest depreciators in the country. A few cult EVs beat this curve via overrides.
What does a used BMW i5 cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 840 976 retail today, while a 2024 model sits around R 840 976. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a BMW i5 cost per month?
Financing a new BMW i5 at R 1 812 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 31 671 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.