*The number of IONITY stations is currently limited in the UK and not available in Northern Ireland. Other manufacturer charger stations available.
BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport Saloon: Energy consumption, combined WLTP in kWh/100 km[1]: 17.8–14.9; Electric range, WLTP in km[2]: 517–619
Charge with peace of mind. Electric cars and plug-in hybrids herald a new kind of mobility that is both efficient and convenient. You can drive without a care every day and on longer trips, thanks to flexible charging options and innovative charging technologies. On the go or conveniently at home, find the charging solutions that best suit your lifestyle.
Electric car charging made easy.
Flexibility with public charging stations.
Conveniently park and charge your car the next time you go into town. The public charging of electric cars and plug-in hybrids offers you total flexibility. On longer journeys or when travelling, charge your all-electric car at one of over 10,000 high-power charging stations across the UK. Charging cables and the BMW Charging Card for the public charging network are included when you purchase your BMW electric car or plug-in hybrid.
Extensive charging infrastructure.
Public charging stations for your electric car are easy to find on BMW Maps or in the My BMW App[5]. Alternatively, you can plan your charge-optimised route, either conveniently via the My BMW App[5] or directly in your vehicle.
*The number of IONITY stations is currently limited in the UK and not available in Northern Ireland. Other manufacturer charger stations available.
Plug & Charge and go.
More than just charging technology. BMW Plug & Charge takes you into the future of electric mobility. The system automatically detects and authenticates your car as soon as you connect it to the charging station. And, thanks to the multi-contract function, you can choose one of several saved charging contracts from different providers. Whether private or business. It's up to you.
*The number of IONITY stations is currently limited in the UK and not available in Northern Ireland. Other manufacturer charger stations available.
Charging accessories for your electric car.
Your BMW Charging Card.
Your personal charging card is your ticket to access the BMW Charging network. You can easily identify and charge your electric car or hybrid vehicle on the road at public charging stations using the BMW Charging Card. Alternatively, you can use digital authentication via the My BMW App[5] or Plug & Charge.
Your fast charging cable (Mode 3) for public charging.
The waterproof fast charging cable (Mode 3) for public AC charging offers full flexibility and rapid charging of your electric car or plug-in hybrid vehicle. Thanks to its length of five metres, it is easy to use at public charging stations.
The charging times of electric cars.
Charging your electric car at high-power charging stations is the fastest method. Thanks to their high charging power, these stations offer shorter charging times.
Comparison of charging times.


[1] Battery electric vehicles require mains electricity for charging. Whilst we recommend the battery is charged to 80% to help optimise the health and life of your battery, the electric range figure shown is the WLTP figure after the battery had been fully charged to 100%. WLTP figures are shown for comparability purposes. Only compare fuel consumption, CO2 and electric range figures with other cars tested to the same technical procedures. These figures may not reflect real life driving results, which will depend upon a number of factors including the starting charge of the battery, accessories fitted (post registration), variations in weather, driving styles, fuel type and vehicle load.
[2] Range depends on various factors, in particular: individual driving style, route characteristics, outside temperature, heating/air conditioning, pre-conditioning.
[3] The charging performance depends on the state of charge, ambient temperature, individual driving profile and use of auxiliary consumers. The ranges shown are based on the WLTP best case. The charging times apply to ambient temperatures of 23 degrees Celsius after a preceding drive and may differ depending on the usage behaviour.
[4] The recharged range in miles after 10 minutes of High-Power-Charging was determined according to DIN70080 in the WLTP cycle. It depends on the vehicle equipment, individual driving profile, ambient temperature, charging status and the use of additional consumers.
The BMW route planner can find public charging stations.
With charge-optimised routes, you’ll arrive at your destination quickly and with peace of mind. Get in your car and choose your destination as usual – the navigation does the rest. You’ll see the fastest route straight away, including the best possible charging stops along the way.
Every journey tailored to your individual needs.
Your car charges, you spend the time as you wish.
It’s entirely up to you which charging stops suit you best. Because you decide what you’d like to do while the car is charging. Sip a coffee perhaps, enjoy a lovely view, or do some shopping? We provide all this information and more for various charging stations.
Individually tailored to you.
Do you prefer the charging points of a particular provider, where you can pay conveniently with BMW Charging or charge as quickly as possible? No problem! Filter your search entirely as you wish.
Always right up to date.
If your needs change, you can adapt your route planning quickly and easily at any time. The navigation will then calculate a new route. When your electric car is charged and ready, you’ll receive a push notification on your smartphone. You can enjoy this convenient service when you install the My BMW App[5]. Availability at the scheduled charging stations is checked continuously.
Charge-optimised routes in the My BMW App – even if you don’t have a BMW.
Try it for yourself and find out just how pleasant and easy navigation with charge-optimised routes can be. With the demo version of the app, you can get a good idea of the features of the My BMW App[5] even if you don’t own a BMW. Simply download the app, log on, and try it out.
Problems and solutions.
Discover our ever-growing charging network.
With BMW Destination Charging, we can offer you a first-class charging experience. You can charge your car conveniently at thousands of exclusive charging stations in over 60 countries. This is thanks to many participating premium partners, such as hotels, restaurants, golf clubs, etc. While you enjoy your stay, your BMW is being charged. Find charging facilities with ease using the My BMW App or Google & Apple Maps.
More charging points worldwide for your e-mobility.
With BMW Destination Charging, you can charge your electric car at over 5,200 charging facilities worldwide. We will keep expanding our charging network to reach a total of around 7,000 charging points by the end of 2025. Therefore, you can look forward to a powerful charging infrastructure – wherever you are.
Premium charging points worldwide.
With BMW Destination Charging, you can charge your electric car at exclusive locations, such as first-class hotels, well-known restaurants and golf clubs. Your car will be charged while you enjoy a nice break, perhaps with dinner or a round of golf.
How to find us.
No matter where you are, BMW Destination Charging lets you charge anywhere. All of the participating charging points and exclusive locations can be found easily using the My BMW App, Google Maps or Apple Maps. This means that you have access to our comprehensive charging infrastructure at all times.
Frequently asked questions.
All about electromobility.
Important information and disclaimers.
[1] Battery electric vehicles require mains electricity for charging. Whilst we recommend the battery is charged to 80% to help optimise the health and life of your battery, the electric range figure shown is the WLTP figure after the battery had been fully charged to 100%. WLTP figures are shown for comparability purposes. Only compare fuel consumption, CO2 and electric range figures with other cars tested to the same technical procedures. These figures may not reflect real life driving results, which will depend upon a number of factors including the starting charge of the battery, accessories fitted (post registration), variations in weather, driving styles, fuel type and vehicle load.
[2] Range depends on various factors, in particular: individual driving style, route characteristics, outside temperature, heating/air conditioning, pre-conditioning.
[3] The charging performance depends on the state of charge, ambient temperature, individual driving profile and use of auxiliary consumers. The ranges shown are based on the WLTP best case. The charging times apply to ambient temperatures of 23 degrees Celsius after a preceding drive and may differ depending on the usage behaviour.
[4] The recharged range in miles after 10 minutes of High-Power-Charging was determined according to DIN70080 in the WLTP cycle. It depends on the vehicle equipment, individual driving profile, ambient temperature, charging status and the use of additional consumers.
[5] The My BMW App is compatible with all BMW cars from model year 2014 onwards. It needs ConnectedDrive Services equipment to be fitted, and use of a compatible smartphone. The availability and functions of the My BMW App are market-dependent.
[6] Market-specific offer applies to new vehicles purchased from BMW branches and dealerships in Europe in the BMW Charging network.