WE TRIED TO BEAT THE EPA IN BMW'S NEW ELECTRIC M

EV Channels Review

The reviewer tested the 2024 BMW i5 M60's real-world range on a highway-focused route, aiming to match the EPA's 240-mile estimate with 21-inch wheels. The car achieved an average efficiency of 2.9 miles per kWh, falling short of the EPA estimate, with the final indicated range being slightly less than the distance to the turnaround point, though the car did not leave them stranded. Key criticisms included the lack of ventilated seats and the high price point for this feature, as well as the tendency for gloss black interior trim to show wear quickly. Positive remarks were made about the responsive infotainment, augmented reality display, and the car's comfortable, quiet highway cruising capability, describing it as a "cruise missile." The reviewer also touched upon the complexities of EV charging, misinformation surrounding EV adoption and grid capacity, and the advanced driver-assistance systems, noting both their capabilities and occasional quirks.