The new generation of the BMW 5 Series arrives. After spy photos and a series of previews, the new model has finally officially made its debut. The new sedan will be; also offered in a 100% electric version, the BMW i5. Indeed, it must be said that the electric model will be; the most important. In fact, the automaker has announced that the i5 will be available in the future. the only one to be offered globally. The endothermic and plug-in versions, on the other hand, will be marketed on a regional basis according to market needs.
The new BMW 5 Series is produced in the Dingolfing plant, where the electric motors and BMW i5 batteries. The market launch is easy. expected for October 2023.
In Italy, the prices of the new BMW 5 Series start at 67,900 euros, while those of the BMW i5 cost 74,400 euros (costs including road transport).
DESIGN AND INTERIORS 
New BMW 5 Series/i5 size5,060mm long x 1,900mm wide x 1,515mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,995mm. Same measures, of course, also for the BMW i5. The ability to of baggage is of 520 liters (490 liters for the 100% electric model). Therefore, the new model is; 97mm plus; long, 32 mm longer wide and 36 mm wider; taller than the current sedan. The step is; instead, it grew by 20 mm. The proportions are those of the previous generation but the design appears much more; clean.
The German brand says that the new front is designed to featuring a new interpretation of BMW's twin headlights and kidney grille. Indeed, the almost vertically arranged LED elements serve as direction indicators and daytime running lights. The kidney grille, on the other hand, features a wide frame and the optional BMW Iconic Glow contour lighting. The rear is "dominated" by the new horizontally developed light clusters.
To make the look of the car more; gritty, BMW offers the M Sport package among the optionsand the M Sport Pro package. In addition to the standard paint finishes, customers will also be able to choose the new BMW 5/i5 series in three BMW Individual colors.
The interior of the new sedan features a minimalist look with a number of physical commands clearly lower than in the past. This result is been achieved thanks to the constant digitization of functions. The dashboard is; dominated by the BMW Curved Displaywhich is composed of the 12.3-inch instrument panel and the 14.9-inch infotainment system screen. Still talking about technology, infotainment features the new iDrive 8.5 platform which also includes a number of advanced features. related to entertainment such as video streaming and the possibility of to use mini-games to pass the time while the car is on the go. parked.
The optional BMW Live Cockpit Professional includes the BMW Head-Up Displayand Augmented View on the Control Display or instrument cluster. It is Also available is the BMW Natural Interaction option for controlling functions with gestures. The steering wheel is also; been redesigned. Sports seats are standard (optional comfort seats). The new BMW 5 Series is; the first model of the German brand to feature completely vegan interiors as standard.
ENGINE AND SAFETY 
Talking about the European market, the new BMW 5 Series will be; initially offered in the BMW 520i models (combined fuel consumption: 6.4 – 5.7 l/100 km; CO2 emissions: 144 – 130 g/km according to WLTP) with 153 kW/208 hp , BMW 520d (combined fuel consumption: 5.6 – 5.1 l/100 km; CO2 emissions: 147 – 133 g/km according to WLTP) with 145 kW/197 hp and BMW 520d xDrive(combined fuel consumption: 6.0 – 5.5 l/100 km; CO2 emissions: 157 – 143 g/km according to WLTP) with 145 kW/197 PS. All units are are Mild Hybrids and combined with an 8-speed Steptronic Sport gearbox.
- BMW 520i: 2-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine – 153 kW/208 HP with 330 Nm of torque – 230 km/h speed maximum speed – 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds
- BMW 520d: 2-litre 4-cylinder diesel – 145 kW/197 HP with 400 Nm of torque – 233 km/h top speed. maximum – 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds
- BMW 520d xDrive: 2-litre 4-cylinder diesel – 145 kW/197 HP with 400 Nm of torque – 228 km/h top speed top speed – 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds – all-wheel drive
In spring 2024, the model range will be expanded. complemented by two variants with plug-in hybrid drive. A new straight-six diesel engine will be available. available for the BMW 5 Series Sedan from 2024. Other four- and six-cylinder petrol engines are available outside Europe.
Speaking of driving assistance systems, the new BMW 5 Series offers the Driving Assistant Professional among the options, which includes steering assistance and lane control and Distance Control with Stop function & Go. including the Highway Assistant which manages the steering in a totally autonomous way up to a maximum speed of 100 km. of 130 km/h and allows you to take your hands off the wheel.
The car can; also have the Active Lane Change Assistant with eye activation.
The vehicle suggests a lane change and this can be done by the driver. be performed for the first time by looking in the outside rear view mirror to confirm the lane change. Active Lane Change Assistant automatically takes over the necessary steering movements if the traffic situation permits.
The optional extras include the Parking Assistant Professional.
p>BMW I5 
Two versions in which it will be ; initially offered the new BMW i5. On the market, the German brand will launch; the BMW i5 eDrive40 and the BMW i5 M60 xDrive. According to the manufacturer, a further variant with a double engine and four-wheel drive will arrive in 2024.
More in detail, the powertrain of the BMW i5 M60 xDrive has two electric motors for 442 kW/601 HP and 820 Nm of torque but only in the mode; M Launch Control or M Sport Boost. The speed maximum is limited to 230 km/h, while going from 0 to 100 km/h takes just 3.8 seconds. The powertrain is; powered by an 81.2 kWh battery (usable capacity) which allows a range of 455 – 517 km according to the WLTP cycle.
The accumulator can be recharged in alternating current up to 11 kW of power (22 kW with the optional charger) and up to 205 kW in direct current (from 10% to 80% of the charge in about 30 minutes).
< p>Instead, the BMW i5 eDrive40 model can; rely on a single 250 kW/340 hp electric motor with 430 Nm of torque. This model accelerates from standstill to 100 km/h in 6.0 seconds and reaches a top speed of 100 km/h. maximum speed of 193 km/h. The battery is always the same. In this case, however, the range increases to 477 – 582 km.
The new BMW i5 also supports the "Plug & Charge“. This feature allows the vehicle to automatically authenticate itself at compatible charging stations, such as those of IONITY, without having to use an app or card.
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