BMW India launched the all-new BMW 5 Series Long Wheelbase. The booking of the luxury sedan shall be via at BMW dealerships across India and online at www.bmw.in. Like the other beamers launched the delivery of the BMW 5 shall commence from September 2024.
A Legacy of Excellence of BMW 5 Series
The BMW 5 Series is the foundation of the BMW league, dominating the executive sedan market worldwide for years. Especially, when BMW has sold around 10 million units since 1972 when it debuted. The eighth generation promises to be dynamic over the prestigious sedan over time. Further, incorporating numerous digital innovations. The cost of the new BMW 530Li M Sport is at ₹72,90,000.
Exterior Design and Dimensions
New generation BMW presents the 5series Long Wheelbase luxury sedan with a sharp and prominent look. Especially, due to the sloping steep A-Pillar limited roofline and slightly rising boot line. Its dimensions – length: Measuring length of 5164, width: 2156, height: 1518mm and wheel base of 3105mm, the car is by far the biggest in this segment. The extents of the luxurious body are equally complemented by the new BMW kidney grille with ‘Sharknose’ design. Further, the widened frame and the BMW Iconic Glow contour line lighting at the front. The side profile is even more muscular with strong athletic features and high shoulder line, the presence of fixed panoramic glass roof adds to sleek look of the car.
Interior and Comfort BMW 5 Series long Wheelbase
The interior of the BMW 5 Series Long Wheelbase embodies the BMW design language intensively. Moreover, its characterized by perfect ergonomics and excellent functionality for a comfortable mobility experience. Abundant space; up-to-date conveniences; and exquisite execution work are distinguished in it. Comfort seats introduce vegan leather with perforation and active/passive climate-control seats. The four-part ac system can set different temperatures for each zone and the Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System is concert-like for the ears. The first 500 customers shall get complimentary headrest cushions in the rear.
Advanced Cockpit and Technology
Introduced from the BMW 7 Series, the new BMW 5 Series comes with a BMW Curved Display and BMW Interaction Bar in front of the driver. The Curved Display is the brand’s genial luxury featuring a 12. An additional 3-inch Information Display and a 14. The 9 inch Control Display features are unified into one digital device. The Innovation Display Bar with touch screen control stretches out from the dashboard right to the center console with controls for ambient light, air conditioning, and vents. The newest of BMW Operating System 8. 5 provides touch or voice control in combination with the BMW I protection and Intelligent Personal Assistant.
Connectivity and Control
The MyBMW App provides the status of the car and facilitates digital key service where the Smartphone serves as a car key. Apple CarPlay® connectivity and Android Auto are wireless and allow controlling the various functions as well as applications. The design of the center console includes the new control panel with the iDrive Controller. Moreover, the gear selector switch as well as buttons for regulating various functions in the car. Especially, the CraftedClarity handmade crystal glass elements are used there.
Performance and Efficiency
Powered by the 2.0-liter four-cylinder petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology. Further, it generates 190 kW / 258 hp and 400 Nm of torque. Moreover, ensuring better efficiency and dynamics is the additional 48V electrical motor catering to 11 hp and 25 Nm of torque. Moreover, it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, with a top speed of 250 km/h. The 8-speed Steptronic transmission ensures smooth gearshifts and optimal performance.
Safety and Driver Assistance of BMW 5 Series
The BMW 5 Series models are equipped with eight airbags, DSC, CBC, electronic parking brake with auto hold, side-impact system and child seat mount. Cruise Control, Attentiveness Assistant, Parking Assistant Professional, and the Lane Change Warning are other driver assistance systems that increase safety and comfort.
The newly launched model of BMW 5 Series Long Wheelbase sedan has effectively raised the benchmark in luxury as well as comfort that today’s corporate executives expect from an executive car.
