The 2027 BMW iX5 Near McKinney: Inside the First All-Electric X5

If you have driven an X5, you already know what the badge is supposed to feel like. The 2027 lineup adds something the nameplate has never had, and the numbers behind it deserve a close look.

The 2027 BMW iX5 near McKinney is the first all-electric BMW X5. The iX5 60 xDrive offers an estimated 435 miles of range, 570 hp, and DC fast charging up to 460 kW through a standard NACS port. Starting MSRP is $79,800, with deliveries expected in early 2027.

At BMW of McKinney, we have guided drivers across McKinney, Plano, Allen, and Dallas through every all-electric BMW that has reached our showroom.

This guide covers the iX5’s estimated range, charging speed, power output, and cabin technology, so you know where it fits before it arrives.

Key Points: 2027 BMW iX5 Near McKinney

• The BMW iX5 is a full X5, not a side project. The iX5 shares the fifth-generation X5 body and interior, including a wheelbase stretched 2.4 inches, then swaps the engine for BMW’s sixth-generation electric drive system. 
• Range and charging answer the two biggest EV questions at once. An estimated 435 miles covers almost any Texas drive you take, and a 10 to 80 percent DC fast charge takes an estimated 22 minutes. 
• The BMW iX5 is built in South Carolina. BMW Plant Spartanburg has assembled every X5 since 1999, and the iX5 becomes the first all-electric vehicle to come off that line.

2027 BMW iX5 Near McKinney: Specs at a Glance

Most shoppers want the numbers before the story. Here is what BMW has confirmed about the iX5 60 xDrive, the first version scheduled to reach dealerships.

All range, performance, and charging figures are preliminary estimates based on BMW AG testing using EPA procedures. Starting MSRP excludes the $1,450 destination and handling charge, which brings the delivered starting figure to $81,250 before taxes, fees, and dealer charges. Contact BMW of McKinney for current availability and pricing.

A few things stand out once the specs sit side by side. The iX5 60 xDrive starts only $2,300 above the X5 50e xDrive plug-in hybrid, a much narrower gap than most buyers expect between a plug-in and a full EV. BMW also estimates roughly 170 miles of range returns in about 10 minutes on a fast charger, more than the whole drive from McKinney to Waco.

What Is the BMW iX5, and How Is It Different from the BMW X5?

The BMW iX5 is a battery-electric vehicle, which is a vehicle powered only by a rechargeable battery and electric motors, with no gas engine on board. The iX5 sits inside the same fifth-generation X5 family as the gas and plug-in hybrid versions, sharing the body, the 2.4-inch longer wheelbase, and the redesigned interior.

One change matters for growing families: the fifth-generation X5 family seats five, and BMW no longer offers a third row. BMW offers this generation with five drive system types depending on market, and the iX5 is the fully electric one. BMW Plant Spartanburg builds it in South Carolina, and the iX5 60 xDrive is scheduled to arrive in the first quarter of 2027.

How Far Can the 2027 BMW iX5 Go on a Single Charge?

The 2027 BMW iX5 60 xDrive carries an estimated range of up to 435 miles, a preliminary figure from BMW AG testing using EPA procedures. Measure that against a real Texas drive. McKinney to Austin runs roughly 228 miles, leaving about 200 miles in reserve on a full charge. That range comes from a 144 kWh net usable battery built with new cylindrical cells standing 120 millimeters tall. The taller cells raise usable cell energy by almost 30 percent compared with the cells used in the BMW iX3.

How Fast Does the 2027 BMW iX5 Charge?

The BMW iX5 runs an 800V architecture, which is a higher-voltage electrical system that moves more energy in less time while generating less heat. DC fast charging peaks at up to 460 kW, and BMW estimates a 10 to 80 percent charge in 22 minutes.

Every BMW iX5 includes a NACS charging port as standard, so no adapter is required at compatible stations. At home, the iX5 accepts up to 15.4 kW on AC power, enough to refill overnight in a McKinney garage. The iX5 also preconditions its battery automatically when BMW Maps routes you to a DC charger. Our BMW EV charging guide covers home setup in more detail.

Can the BMW iX5 Power Your Home During an Outage?

This capability lands differently in Texas than almost anywhere else. Bidirectional charging is a feature that lets energy flow out of the vehicle battery instead of only into it. Every BMW iX5 includes it in three forms, as equipped. Vehicle-to-Load powers tools or camp gear straight off the battery, Vehicle-to-Home can supply your house during an outage, and Vehicle-to-Vehicle sends a charge to another EV that needs one. Home backup depends on compatible equipment at your property, so ask our team what that setup requires.

Does the 2027 BMW iX5 Still Drive Like a BMW?

That is the honest question for anyone leaving a straight-six behind. The BMW iX5 60 xDrive produces 570 hp and 593 lb-ft of torque from two motors, one on each axle, and reaches 60 mph in an estimated 4.4 seconds.

The front motor disengages under light load with no drag penalty, letting the iX5 run on the rear axle alone for efficiency. BMW also gave its electric models a control unit called the Heart of Joy, which adjusts drive, braking, steering, and recuperation up to ten times faster than before. Adaptive suspension comes standard, and weight distribution sits close to 50:50.

Inside the 2027 BMW iX5: Panoramic iDrive and Neue Klasse Technology

The BMW iX5 cabin introduces BMW Panoramic iDrive, the centerpiece of Neue Klasse, BMW’s new design and software generation. Panoramic iDrive projects information across the base of the windshield and pairs it with a 17.9-inch central touchscreen and a standard 3D head-up display. BMW Operating System X runs the system and updates over the air, so the iX5 keeps gaining features after you take delivery. All-electric iX5 models also use a climate system with heat pump technology, which manages cabin temperature more efficiently and helps protect range.

Is the 2027 BMW iX5 the Right Electric SUV for You?

BMW built the 2027 X5 family around choice. A few straightforward ways to sort it out:

• You drive highway miles daily and can charge at home: The BMW iX5 60 xDrive fits that pattern, with an estimated 435 miles of range and 800V charging.
• You tow, travel unpredictably, or want a gas engine in reserve: The X5 50e xDrive plug-in hybrid and gas-powered X5 40 round out the same 2027 family.
• You have no way to charge where you park: Wait. Home charging is what makes an EV effortless, and the math changes without it.

Explore the 2027 BMW iX5 at BMW of McKinney

The 2027 BMW iX5 is expected in the first quarter of 2027, and our team is already fielding questions. BMW of McKinney sits at 2601 N. Central Expy in McKinney, TX 75071, an easy drive from Plano, Allen, and Dallas.

Browse our new BMW inventory online, or contact our team and we will keep you posted as iX5 details are confirmed. You can also drive an i4, i5, or iX today to feel how BMW’s electric drive behaves. The best way to understand a car is still from the driver’s seat.