Munich. The new BMW 5 Series Sedan now offers the
entire range of electrified drive technology. Just a few weeks after
the market launch of the all-electric BMW i5 and the combustion engine
variants equipped exclusively with 48-volt mild hybrid technology, two
plug-in hybrid models will already be launched in November 2023. The
BMW 530e Sedan (fuel consumption combined: 0.8 - 0.6 litres/100 km (62
miles); combined power consumption: 21.7 - 19.9 kWh/100 km (62 miles);
combined CO2 emissions: 17 - 13 g/km according to WLTP;
data according to NEDC: -) The BMW 550e xDrive Sedan (fuel consumption
combined: 1.0 - 0.8 litres/100 km (62 miles); combined power
consumption: 23.2 - 21.6 kWh/100 km (62 miles); combined
CO2 emissions: 23 - 19 g/km according to WLTP; data
according to NEDC: -) can be ordered as of now. They are available in
Germany at the recommended retail price of 65,300 euros (incl. VAT)
for the new BMW 530e Sedan and 77,300 euros (incl. VAT) for the new
BMW 550e xDrive Sedan.
In the eighth generation of the world's most successful business
sedan, the plug-in hybrid models are characterised by extremely
spontaneous power delivery, clearly increased efficiency and a
significantly increased electric range. Both models feature the latest
BMW eDrive technology for plug-in hybrid systems, which is combined in
the BMW 530e Sedan with a four-cylinder petrol engine and in the BMW
550e xDrive Sedan with an in-line six-cylinder petrol engine from the
BMW Group's latest Efficient Dynamics modular generation.
Highly integrated drive unit with particularly high efficiency.
The electric motor, specially developed for the hybrid drive, is also
integrated into the 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission together
with its power electronics. The highly integrated drive unit is
particularly efficient and contributes up to 145 kW/197 hp (BMW 550e
Sedan) or 135 kW/184 hp (BMW 530e Sedan) to the maximum system output
of the two plug-in hybrid sedans.
In combination with the latest generation of BMW eDrive technology
for plug-in hybrid models, the 3.0-litre in-line six-cylinder petrol
engine in the new BMW 550e xDrive Sedan generates a system output of
up to 360 kW/489 hp and a maximum system torque of 700 Nm (516 lb-ft).
The plug-in hybrid system puts its power to the road by means of BMW
xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive. It sprints from zero to 100 km/h
(62 miles) in 4.3 seconds. The maximum speed of the BMW 550e xDrive
Sedan is electronically cut off at 250 km/h (155 mph). A maximum speed
of 140 km/h (87 mph) is possible in purely electric operating mode.
The new BMW 530e Sedan has a 2.0-litre in-line four-cylinder petrol
engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and, together with the
highly integrated e-drive unit, generates a maximum system output of
220 kW/299 hp. With a maximum system torque of 450 Nm (332 lb-ft), the
new BMW 530e Sedan accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62 miles) in 6.3
seconds. The top speed is 230 km/h (143 mph), and up to 140 km/h (87
mph) in fully electric mode.
Increased range and high agility thanks to innovative BMW technologies.
A patented BMW innovation is used in the new plug-in hybrid models to
increase the power development of the electric motor: The nominal
torque of up to 280 Nm (207 lb-ft) is increased to a torque of up to
450 Nm (332 lb-ft) by a pre-transmission, which is effectively applied
to the engine-side transmission input. In this way, the compact
electric motor generates additional drive torque that would otherwise
only be possible with a larger electric motor. The additional torque
is clearly noticeable both when accelerating and during intermediate sprints.
The electric range is now 83 to 90 kilometres (49 - 56 miles)
according to WLTP for the new BMW 550e xDrive Sedan and 93 to
103 kilometres (54 to 62 miles) according to WLTP for the new BMW
530e Sedan. Longer commutes are therefore also possible without
producing any local emissions. Both plug-in hybrid models also owe
their excellent electric range to their aerodynamic properties. As in
all other variants of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan, special panelling
and air deflection elements contribute to an optimised underbody
structure that minimises air resistance. Special attention was also
paid to aerodynamically optimising the underbody, in order to
additionally reduce CO2 emissions and increase the electric
range by up to ten kilometres.
When driving, the latest version of adaptive recuperation helps to
recover electrical energy during overrun and braking phases. Thanks to
intelligent networking, the drive control system can use navigation
data and information from sensors of the driver assistance systems to
adjust how much power is recuperated according to the respective
traffic situation.
The space-saving arrangement of the lithium-ion high-voltage battery
in the vehicle underbody has a positive effect on both the vehicle's
centre of gravity and the luggage compartment. With a total of 520
litres, the storage volume of the plug-in hybrid models is just as
large as that of the purely combustion engine powered variants. The
high-voltage battery provides an increased usable energy content of up
to 19.4 kWh. The maximum charging power has been doubled compared to
the previous models and is now 7.4 kW, so that the high-voltage
battery can be charged from zero to 100 percent of its capacity within
3 hours and 15 minutes. At a conventional household socket, the
charging process is completed within 11 hour and 45 minutes.
Extensive range of standard equipment and equipment highlights.
Both the new BMW 530e Sedan and the new BMW 550e xDrive Sedan feature
an extended range of standard equipment compared to the models with
48-volt mild hybrid technology. In addition to 19-inch light alloy
wheels, it also includes BMW IconicSounds Electric. In purely electric
operating mode, this system provides a very special soundscape: Every
movement of the accelerator pedal is accompanied by authentic acoustic
feedback. The transparent and spherical sounds were developed in a
cooperation between the BMW Group and the renowned film music composer
Hans Zimmer.
The BMW 550e xDrive Sedan also comes as standard with Adaptive
Chassis Professional, which includes electronically controlled shock
absorbers and a lowered suspension as well as Integral Active
Steering. It makes manoeuvring more comfortable, enhances agility at
medium speeds and conveys confidence when changing lanes and cornering
at higher speeds.
The BMW Interaction Bar combines modern functionality and fascinating
design as part of the ambient lighting equipment. The strikingly
backlit functional unit with crystalline surface structure extends
across the entire width of the instrument panel far into the door
panels and includes touch-sensitive control panels for controlling
ventilation and air conditioning and for activating the hazard warning lights.
BMW 530e: Fuel consumption in l/100km combined in
WLTP cycle: 0,8 – 0,6 Liter, Power consumption in kWh/100 km combined
in WLTP cycle: 21,7 – 19,9 kWh, CO2 emissions in g/km combined in
WLTP cycle: 17 – 13
BMW 550e xDrive: Fuel consumption in l/100km combined
in WLTP cycle: 1,0 – 0,8 Liter; Power consumption in kWh/100 km
combined in WLTP cycle: 23,2 – 21,6; CO2 emissions in g/km combined in
WLTP cycle: 23 – 19
