The BMW 5 Series lineup expands with the market launch of the new BMW 5 Series Touring and the debut of the all-electric BMW i5 Touring. These models, along with forthcoming plug-in hybrid and diesel variants, mark a significant step in BMW’s commitment to electrification and performance.
Key Highlights:
- Launch of BMW i5 Touring: First-ever all-electric BMW i5 Touring, featuring two models with purely electric drives.
- Powerful Electric Options: BMW i5 M60 xDrive Touring with 442 kW/601 hp and a range of 441-503 km (274-313 miles); BMW i5 eDrive40 Touring with 250 kW/340 hp and a range of up to 560 km (348 miles).
- Diesel Options Available: BMW 520d Touring and BMW 520d xDrive Touring with four-cylinder diesel engines and 48-volt mild hybrid technology.
- Upcoming Plug-in Hybrids: BMW 530e Touring and BMW 530e xDrive Touring with an electric range of up to 95 km (59 miles).
- Future Six-Cylinder Diesel: BMW 540d xDrive Sedan and BMW 540d xDrive Touring to launch in summer 2024.
The sixth generation of the BMW 5 Series Touring is now available in Europe and Japan, combining sporty design with premium features. The introduction of the BMW i5 Touring marks BMW’s first all-electric offering in this segment, continuing the brand’s strategic shift towards electrification.
Electric Models:
- The BMW i5 M60 xDrive Touring boasts up to 442 kW/601 hp, with a combined power consumption of 20.9 – 18.4 kWh/100 km (62 miles) and a range of 441 – 503 km (274 – 313 miles).
- The BMW i5 eDrive40 Touring offers up to 250 kW/340 hp, a power consumption of 19.3 – 16.5 kWh/100 km (62 miles), and a range of 483 – 560 km (300 – 348 miles).
Diesel Models:
- The BMW 520d Touring and BMW 520d xDrive Touring are equipped with a four-cylinder diesel engine, 48-volt mild hybrid technology, and a maximum output of 145 kW/197 hp. Fuel consumption is 5.9 – 5.3 l/100 km and 6.2 – 5.7 l/100 km, respectively.
Plug-In Hybrid Expansion
In summer 2024, the BMW 5 Series Touring will include plug-in hybrid variants:
- BMW 530e Touring: 22.6 – 20.6 kWh/100 km and an electric range of 83 – 95 km (52 – 55 miles).
- BMW 530e xDrive Touring: 23.7 – 21.7 kWh/100 km with an electric range of 82 – 89 km (51 – 55 miles).
The plug-in hybrid models utilize a four-cylinder petrol engine combined with an electric motor integrated into an 8-speed Steptronic transmission, delivering 220 kW/299 hp. The high-voltage battery offers a usable energy content of 19.4 kWh.
Additional Features:
- No Compromise on Space: The plug-in hybrid models maintain the same luggage capacity as their combustion and all-electric counterparts, with a luggage capacity of 570 liters, expandable to 1,700 liters.
- Upcoming Diesel Engine: Summer 2024 will see the addition of a six-cylinder in-line diesel engine for the BMW 5 Series. The BMW 540d xDrive Sedan and BMW 540d xDrive Touring will feature a maximum output of 223 kW/303 hp and a maximum torque of 670 Nm (494 lb/ft).
Pricing:
- BMW i5 M60 xDrive Touring: 101,500 euros
- BMW i5 eDrive40 Touring: 72,200 euros
- BMW 530e Touring: 66,850 euros
- BMW 530e xDrive Touring: 69,450 euros
- BMW 540d xDrive Touring: 71,050 euros
- BMW 520d Touring: 61,750 euros
- BMW 520d xDrive Touring: 64,350 euros
- BMW 530e xDrive Sedan: 67,450 euros
- BMW 540d xDrive Sedan: 69,050 euros
With this range of models, BMW continues to offer diverse options for performance and efficiency in the premium upper mid-range vehicle segment.
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