Every all-electric BMW comes equipped with the Flexible Fast Charger. This portable device, compatible with any 120V or 240V outlet, delivers optimized charging wherever you go. You can charge from 0–100% in under 12 hours at a 240V outlet.  

The optional BMW Wallbox is the ultimate in electric convenience. With its robust and weather-proof design, it can be installed in your garage or outdoors and delivers Level 2 charging at 9.6 kW charging speeds (~30 miles per hour of charging, reaching its full charge in approximately 12 hours).  

When charging at public charging stations, no additional equipment is required. The standardized charging system in North America is called CCS (for DC Fast Charging) and J1772 (for L2 charging).

All public charging stations that have a CCS or J1772 plug are available to you. Your BMW’s navigation, as well as the MyBMW App, will show you public charging stations equipped with CCS/J1772 plugs.

Your dealer can recommend a local installation service, so that your electrical service can be inspected, and if needed, an upgrade will be recommended. You can also use the services of BMW’s trusted installation partner Qmerit.

A kilowatt (kW) and a kilowatt-hour (kWh) sound very similar, but there is an important difference. A kilowatt (kW) represents the rate of electricity usage – it is a measure of the total energy you use over a specific period of time, as opposed to a given moment. One kilowatt translates to 1,000 watts. A kilowatt-hour (kWh) represents the total amount of electricity used.

The measurement of energy used for electric vehicle chargers is in kilowatt (kW). The higher the kW, the more rapid the charging rate. Kilowatt (kW) can also be used to refer to the output of the electric motor.

The total battery capacity of an electric vehicle is measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh), or the total amount of energy stored in the battery. The larger the battery, the more range you can cover on a single charge. It is the amount of energy expended in one hour by a kilowatt of power, just like what you see on your energy bill.

When charging at home, the My BMW App allows you to set your departure time and your car will charge accordingly. You can also pre-condition your vehicle to ensure your cabin climate is comfortable and battery temperature is optimized before departure.

Charging time at a public charging station is determined by battery size, maximum charging output and the remaining charge left in the battery when you plug in your vehicle. For electric vehicles, home charging and Level 2 public charging generally takes more time than with DC Fast Charging public stations.

For example, a BMW i4 can charge up to about 30 miles in 1 hour with a Level 2 (AC) public charger. In just ten minutes, a DC Fast Charger can give you a range of 108 miles.

Both electric and plug-in hybrid BMWs can also charge while driving, thanks to regenerative braking technology, which allows the vehicle to recoup part of its energy during deceleration and braking. You can maximize energy recouperation by switching to drive mode “B,” and adjust driving settings to “Eco Pro” or “Efficient.”

Before departing on long trips, enter your destination into your vehicle’s navigation or your My BMW App, and it will assist you in finding and planning charging along your route.

When the destination is entered, the battery will adjust its exertion to the highest level of efficiency between charging sessions.

Cloud-based navigation makes planning your next journey seamless and efficient, especially on longer trips. Enter a destination into your vehicle’s navigation, via the iDrive screen – or send your next destination to your vehicle remotely, using the My BMW App. Each route is intelligently calculated, based on your vehicle’s available electric range, traffic conditions, topography, weather conditions, and more.


If you enter a destination that falls outside of your available electric range, charging recommendations will automatically be displayed along your route, with charging times included in the travel time. At every charging station, you'll get an optimum amount of charge to reach your destination as quickly as possible. The navigation system updates with every stop and potential delay, making sure you're always within range of a charge. You can always charge your vehicle longer for additional range.

Similar to your cell phone, charging up your electric BMW before a day’s use is simple. The amount of miles you drive daily will determine how much charging you will need.

Staying between 20% to 80% battery capacity should leave you with enough driving miles – and you can use iDrive or your My BMW App to set a target state of charge.

You can charge the battery up to 100% when you have to rely on the entire driving range of your vehicle (for a longer trip), as occasional charging to 100% doesn’t harm the battery. However, it is not recommended to charge up to 100% every day – as this can harm the battery in the long run. When not driving your electric BMW for a longer period of time, leave the battery between 20% and 80% charged.

Use AC chargers as often as you can. While it takes longer, it is less stressful on the high-voltage battery and also a more cost-efficient way to get your range topped up. Use DC and high-power DC chargers as often as you need, in order to extend the mileage of your electric BMW in a short period of time.

Keep in mind that how often and how long you should charge your electric BMW depends in part on what kind of home charging option you have and your daily driving needs. If you have convenient access to workplace charging, that may also impact how often you choose to charge your electric BMW overnight.

All BMWs have a preconditioning function, which allows you to further optimize battery efficiency. From the My BMW App, you can precondition your vehicle, which warms up both the cabin and the battery. The vehicle should be plugged in while preconditioning.

The electricity price varies depending on the time of day. Many electricity providers offer discounted charging rates if you charge the battery at times of low demand. This utilizes excess electricity at night that can’t otherwise be stored temporarily. Check with your utility company to find out more about their peak vs. off-peak rates. Rates differ depending on the utility company you choose.

Batteries charge more quickly from 0-80% battery charge, especially with DC charging. After 80% battery capacity has been reached, charging speeds slow down.

How far you can go on a single charge will vary based on the vehicle’s battery capacity, driving conditions, your driving style, and charging habits.

Estimated electric ranges:   

BMW i4 eDrive 35: range from 252 to 276 miles

BMW i4 eDrive40: range from 283 to 301 miles

BMW i4 xDrive40: range from 279 to 307 miles

BMW i4 M50: range from 227 to 269 miles

BMW i5 eDrive 40: range from 270 to 295 miles

BMW i5 M60: range from 240 to 256 miles

BMW i7 eDrive50: range from 301 to 321 miles

BMW i7 xDrive60: range from 298 to 317 miles

BMW i7 M70: range from 274 to 291 miles

BMW iX xDrive50: range from 305 to 311 miles

BMW iX M60: 296 miles

Climate affects your battery performance, but there are ways to counteract this. Batteries work more efficiently under optimized temperatures. Energy you use for cabin climate control comes from the battery. Therefore, preconditioning with the My BMW app not only makes the cabin temperature optimized for you, it will optimize the battery temperature as well.

As is the case for a vehicle with an internal combustion engine, driving style also affects the range of an electric car. As a general rule, an anticipatory, relaxed, and uniform style of driving optimizes your range. Just as faster, more aggressive driving will use more gas, it will also use up more of your battery’s energy.

Currently, Electrify America networks are available across North America. In the summer of 2024, a significantly larger fast-charging network will become available, backed by seven major global automakers – BMW Group, Stellantis NV, Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, and General Motors. This new charging network joint venture will expand access to high-powered charging across North America, targeting at least 30,000 high-powered charge points in urban and highway locations to ensure you can charge your vehicle wherever and whenever you need. For more information about the new charging network, visit the press release.

The new joint venture high-powered charging network will expand on the already-growing EV charging networks, with a focus on delivering an elevated customer experience that provides reliability, fast-charging capability, digital integration, appealing locations, and various amenities for drivers and passengers while you charge. Plus, these charging stations will be universally accessible to all EV customers, offering both Combined Charging System (CCS) and North American Charging Standard (NACS) connectors. For more information about the new charging network, visit the press release.

You can register in four simple steps:

Download and/or open the My BMW App. Add your new electric BMW (or access your current vehicle) within the App.

On the vehicle status page, scroll to the “Electromobility” section, then click on “View all on Electromobility.” Once in the Electromobility menu, scroll down to “Services” and click on “Electrify America.”

Get a charging contract and confirm EA’s access to your My BMW App data. Then select “Redeem a new Premium Offer” and create an Electrify America account (or choose “Transfer an existing Premium Offer” if you already have an account).

Confirm the applicable Premium Offer and enter the enrollment code provided by your BMW Center and BMW Welcome Email. Enter your credit card details, and you’re all set.

Please contact BMW Customer Service if you have any questions. BMW i Hotline: 1-855-236-1025 or bmwiconcierge@bmwusa.com.

As an owner of a 2022 or 2023 BMW electric vehicle, depending on which model you choose, you will benefit from various complimentary charging plans with Electrify America. Please check the exact program terms of each BMW all-electric model variant on the respective product detail pages. Specific eligibility terms apply.

DC Fast Charging on the Combined Charging System (CCS) on Electrify America's network delivers charging speeds of up to 350 kW for capable vehicles. Every Electrify America site has chargers capable of speeds up to 150 kW. Some locations have chargers that can charge capable vehicles at speeds up to 350 kW.