Better than a Tesla?! // 2024 BMW i5 M60 XDrive REVIEW

[@joakimkarlsson4274]

Got exact that car today. Oxid grey, the 21 rims. And I love it. I had the i4 before. Loved that also. But this is a different league. Such a beauty. And as you said. It’s looker. And a very luxurious car. I’m super happy with my choice. And I loved your video.

[@jax1079]

Thanks! Glad to hear it!

[@cbotten106]

Consumer Reports has this currently as their top ranked EV auto. So you're not the only one who liked it.

[@jax1079]

Good to know. Assuming you don't plan to road trip it, the i5 is pretty damn fantastic.

[@alinikrooz9709]

I have one and it is one of the best cars I have ever owned. It is almost too quick. You really need to pay attention as it warps speed! Don't drive this car drowsy! Love it.

[@jax1079]

Haha! Nice!

[@ewoo]

On day to day driving, the handling and comfort of the M60 is hands down better than both the Model S and Lucid Air. The fit and finish is also worlds apart.

[@jax1079]

Very true. The interior of the BMW M60 is simply gorgeous and impeccably finished. It feels like a $90k car in every way, and... if people wait a bit, they'll probably be able to pick up one for much less as the EV market continues to cool.

[@shudr2thnk]

Passenger space/storage isn't optimized like ground up EVs, but I like the trade off that it still retains the traditional ICE sedan esthetic). I have an i5 M60 and it's my favorite car I've owned, although I'm not 100% on all angles of the car, I haven't warmed to that rear half of the car at this angle 2:22

[@angelherg1997]

Kind of a random question, but what material is the “interaction bar” made of? The clear casing, is it glass or plastic?

[@jax1079]

Glass

[@angelherg1997]

Thank you! Btw, I subbed! Im sorry, I dont know either of your names, but loved the lady’s perspective and commentary, I had a smile the entire time you talked

[@jorjiosam]

I got one i love it too the range is my only complaint it doesn't really effect my lifestyle but j just for peace of mine needs to be better

[@jax1079]

You're not wrong.

[@MrRaitzi]

Bigger frame than model S but almost 20kwh less battery fits. That is the only negative I can think of.

[@KC-bv9kf]

Cost, longevity, maintenance, and cost of maintenance. Have this, had the S. This is more comfortable and luxurious, and more driver’s car. Pay to play

[@chrisginoc]

@@KC-bv9kfBMW knows luxury and performance. They just lack battery development or EV experience since Tesla has what they call, pioneer advantage. Why do all my friend’s Teslas have loose interior panels and lacking in build quality? I don’t get why Tesla can’t figure that out.

[@KC-bv9kf]

@@chrisginoc you nailed it. I don’t think they feel they need to improve the comfort and luxury aspect because they really have no true competition when it comes to EV. Their profit margins are so large that they literally can drop 20% and still made money. I got the S because the Germans and rest of the world were having chip shortages. Anyway, Tesla is a prime example of why we need competition in every market.

[@BogeyTheBear]

Same powertrain as the i4. Just with a bigger chassis for more back seat room. So, it's either oversized for the pack or the i4 is the more efficient option.

[@MrRaitzi]

@@BogeyTheBear I4 is great. I test drove the m50. Just no estate version.

[@Superfastjellyfish669]

You need to get here in the X5 it’s a much better looking car. It’s a shame what they did to the 5 series it looks nothing like before.

[@jax1079]

Well, the old 5 series was certainly pretty good looking, but the E60 gen was hideous, so it's not like they've always been good looking.