The new generation of the BMW 5 Series will make its world debut. in 2023. Despite the market asking for more and more; crossover/SUV, the German manufacturer will continue its development. to offer the new 5 Series also in the Touring (station wagon) version. Just a forklift of the station wagon is the right thing to do. was intercepted during the winter tests that the car manufacturers are carrying out in this period in Northern Europe.
The car protagonist of the new spy photosstill appears heavily disguised. However, an interesting detail can be noticed and that is; the presence of the stickers with the wording "Electrified Vehicle". Apparently, it seems that it is the 100% electric version. The new generation of the 5 Series, in fact, will be; proposal not only with units; endothermic and plug-in hybrids but also in electric versions.
The BMW i5, like this; should you call, it will be; a very important piece for the electrification strategy of the German brand. Regardless of the 5 Series Touring engine in the spy photos, this is yet another opportunity to take a look at this car. The design will be an evolution of the current one, without major upheavals.
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The headlights will have a more streamlined design. thin compared to the current one but they will not be on two levels as on some of the latest models of the German brand. Also, the kidney will not grow as quickly as possible. excessively sized. The new design alloy wheels highlight the presence of red brake calipers. The tailgate is open. been revised and from the spy photos you can glimpse the new optical groups.
The images do not allow you to see the interior. However, already; we know that the cabin of the new 5 Series will receive a lot of attention. a full-bodied update, especially on the technology front with the introduction of the new BMW Curved Display. Therefore, the instrumentation will be able to count on a 12.9-inch screen, while the infotainment system (iDrive 8) will have; of a 14.9-inch touch display.
The details of the electric powertrains are not yet known but it is; possible that those present on the BMW i4 today are used. For the endothermic versions, the units are petrol and diesel will certainly have a mild hybrid system. The Plug-ins will probably be able to count on a greater electric range than today. All that remains, therefore, is to wait for further information on the debut of the new generation of the BMW 5 Series.
[Spy shot: CarScoops]
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