At the end of May, BMW debuted the new generation of the 5 Series, also offered in 100% electric i5 version. As already we know, the more the Touring versions will also debut later, that is, station wagon. The launch is expected to take place between the end of 2023 and the beginning of 2024. Now, a new BMW i5 Touring mule is available. was intercepted to carry out a test session on Nurburgring circuit.
The spy photos show a car camouflaged only at the rear. After all, the news of the Touring version are all at the back. The front, in fact, is substantially identical to that of the sedan version. Looking at the images, the look of the double kidney grille, the front end and the alloy wheels make it clear that the car featured in the shots is the most high-performance M60 xDrive. Looking at it in profile and from the rear, we can notice the slightly curved roof line, the spoiler and the new horizontal headlights.
The passenger compartment cannot be seen but will be modeled on the model. that of the sedan. So, it will be present the BMW Curved Displaywhich is composed of a 12.3-inch instrument screen and a 14.9-inch infotainment system screen. Obviously, since it is a Station Wagon it will be It is possible to have a larger boot.
As regards the mechanics, the Touring version of the BMW i5 will also be proposed in the eDrive40 variants and in the already mentioned M60 xDrive. The first offers a single 250 kW/340 hp electric motor with 430 Nm of torque. The second, however, two electric motors for 442 kW/601 HP and 820 Nm of torque. In all cases there will be always an 81.2 kWh battery (usable capacity) which on the sedan allows ranges of between 455-582 km depending on the model chosen.
The debut of the Touring version of Series 5/i5 is approaching. Therefore, more information on the official launch should arrive soon.
[Spy photo: CarScoops]
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