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The new BMW 5 Series Saloon.
Mon Oct 23 14:00:00 CEST 2023 Press Kit
• Eighth generation 5 Series fuses advanced technology with elegant and sporting saloon style, generous space and exceptional refinement • All-electric drive arrives in the BMW 5 Series Saloon for the first time – BMW i5 eDrive40 offers up to 356-mile range*, BMW i5 M60 xDrive delivers scintillating performance with 0-62mph in 3.8s • Pushing in-car technology to new levels – the new BMW Interaction Bar joins the BMW Curved Display and the first BMW to feature in-car gaming with AirConsole • The first BMW in the UK to offer the latest leather free interior, Veganza, as standard, from launch • High standard specification - M Sport offered as standard in the UK, with M Sport Pro and BMW i5 M60 xDrive models available • Plug-in hybrid models offered from November 2023 • BMW 5 Series range is priced from £51,000 OTR
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• Eighth generation 5 Series fuses advanced technology with elegant
and sporting saloon style, generous space and exceptional
refinement
• All-electric drive arrives in the BMW 5 Series
Saloon for the first time – BMW i5 eDrive40 offers up to 356-mile
range*, BMW i5 M60 xDrive delivers scintillating performance with
0-62mph in 3.8s
• Pushing in-car technology to new levels – the
new BMW Interaction Bar joins the BMW Curved Display and the first BMW
to feature in-car gaming with AirConsole
• The first BMW in the
UK to offer the latest leather free interior, Veganza, as standard,
from launch
• High standard specification - M Sport offered as
standard in the UK, with M Sport Pro and BMW i5 M60 xDrive models
available
• Plug-in hybrid models offered from November
2023
• BMW 5 Series range is priced from £51,000 OTR
More dynamic than ever, featuring a wealth of digital
innovations and all-electric drive for the first time, the eighth
generation of the BMW 5 Series Saloon continues to stand for advanced
technology combined with sporty, elegant design and hallmark driving
pleasure.
The new generation of the world's most successful
business saloon also intensifies its commitment to sustainability,
significantly reducing its carbon footprint by 20 to 25 per cent in
the supply chain, and up to 58 per cent across its life cycle compared
to its predecessor.
Model | Max Power (hp) | Peak Torque (Nm) | Acceleration | Top Speed (mph)** | Electric Range (WLTP) (miles)* | CO2
| Fuel Consumption Combined (WLTP) (mpg)* | Electric Power | OTR Price* |
BMW 520i | 208 | 330 | 7.5 | 143 | N/A | 140 - 132 | 45.6 – 48.7 | N/A | £51,000 |
BMW 530e | 299 | 450 | 6.8 | 143 | 58.4 -63.4 | 17 – 14 | 403.5 – 470.8 | 21.4 – 20.0 | £59,455 |
BMW 550e | 489 | 700 | 4.3 | 155 | 52.8 – 55.9 | 22 - 20 | 282.5 – 353.1 | 22.9 - 21.6 | £76,550 |
BMW i5 eDrive40 | 340 | 400 | 6.0 | 119 | 312.5 - 356 | 0 | N/A | 18.7 - 16.2 | £74,105 |
BMW i5 M60 xDrive | 601 | 795 | 3.8 | 142 | 284.6 – 315.7 | 0 | N/A | 20.5 - 18.4 | £97,745 |
*These figures may vary depending on the wheel/tyre size and
items of optional equipment selected.
**Electronically limited.
The exterior design of the latest generation reinterprets the
sporty elegance of a BMW 5 Series Saloon in the brand’s current design
language. Its proportions make the character of the dynamic business
saloon instantly recognisable. As a performance model from BMW M GmbH,
the all-electric BMW i5 M60 xDrive comes as standard with specific
exterior features that visually underline its outstanding sporting potential.
The road presence of the new BMW 5 Series Saloon is enhanced by
its athletic proportions and the larger exterior measurements compared
to its predecessor. The eighth generation vehicle has grown in length
by 97mm to 5,06mm, in width by 32mm to 1,900mm and in height by 36mm
to 1,515mm. The wheelbase has been increased by 20mm to 2,995mm for
improved seating comfort, especially in the rear.
In addition to a pure-electric drivetrain, the latest generation
BMW 5 Series debuts several firsts for the iconic saloon. It is the
first BMW in the UK to feature Veganza upholstery as standard from
launch, encompassing the seats, dashboard and door panels while the
striking BMW Interaction Bar first seen in the BMW 7 Series is now
incorporated in the new BMW 5 Series. Furthermore, the saloon is now
available with a panoramic roof – the first time in the model’s
history – and the digital experience is taken to a new high with
cutting-edge additions of AI-driven servicing notifications and the
introduction of in-car gaming.
Like all previous model generations, the new BMW 5 Series Saloon
is manufactured at the BMW Group Plant Dingolfing. In 1973, the first
vehicle manufactured at the plant was a first-generation BMW 5 Series Saloon.
Available in three exceptionally well specified trim levels in
the UK – M Sport, M Sport Pro and the exclusive BMW i5 M60 xDrive –
the new BMW 5 Series Saloon is available to order now priced from £51,000.
The BMW 5 Series Saloon range has expanded further with the
introduction of the BMW 530e and BMW 550e xDrive plug-in hybrid
models, which offer an electric range of up to 63 miles (WLTP) and 55
miles (WLTP) respectively. Set to also join the model family in spring
2024 is the next generation of the BMW 5 Series Touring, which will
also be available with all-electric drive for the first time, as well
as with plug-in hybrid drive and pure combustion engine drive.
Modern interpretation of classic signature
styling
The front view of the new BMW 5 Series Saloon is
characterised by a modern interpretation of the brand’s signature twin
headlights and BMW kidney grille. The LED headlights show the hallmark
four-eye face in a modern and reduced form. Daytime driving lights and
turn indicators are generated by two nearly vertical LED elements
arranged on the outside. The Adaptive LED Headlights incorporate both
the cornering light and the Matrix High Beam including the glare-free
High Beam Assist BMW Selective Beam. M Shadow Line lights with black
trim for the inside of the headlight housings are standard on M Sport
Pro models.
The new BMW 5 Series Saloon offers customers an appealing
welcome and goodbye display. Among other things, the headlights and
the light carpet projected from the vehicle sill are atmospherically orchestrated.
The BMW kidney grille, inspired by the “Sharknose” and
projecting far forward, functions as the visual centre. With its wide
surround and BMW Iconic Glow standard on M Sport Pro and i5 M60 xDrive
models, the BMW kidney grille gives the 5 Series a distinctively
sporty appeal.
Flowing lines enhance the sporty side profile of the
traditional saloon design
The clear and reduced design
language is also expressed in the side view of the BMW 5 Series
Saloon. Its elongated proportions, long bonnet and almost upright BMW
kidney grille are clearly visible. The sporty character of the
Saloon’s typical three-box design is also expressed in the steeply
sloping A-pillar, the gently flowing roof line towards the rear and
the slightly sloping luggage compartment line.
The side profile has a pronounced athletic look thanks to a high
shoulder line, powerfully modelled surfaces and two precisely drawn
character lines. Black side skirts provide a visual contrast to the
rest of the bodywork, while the door openers are integrated flush with
the surface. The counter-swing at the base of the C-pillar, known as
the Hofmeister kink, is highlighted by a graphic element with the
number 5 embossed on the side window surround.
At the rear, the shoulder and roof lines flow harmoniously into
the contours of the lights. The flat rear lights interpret the brand’s
hallmark L-shape with modern appeal. Inside, four narrow, horizontally
aligned LED strips generate the lighting functions, divided by an
L-shaped chrome strip. Similar to the headlight units, strikingly
designed LED units also function as daytime running lights.
Exclusive design features for BMW i5 M60 xDrive and M Sport
Pro models
Individual design features give the BMW i5
M60 xDrive a striking look and emphasise its dynamic performance. A
front apron with black surfaces in its centre and large air intakes, a
BMW kidney grille with contour line lighting, horizontal slats and M
logo, side skirts and exterior mirror caps finished in high-gloss
black, a unique 20-inch M light alloy wheels and a rear apron with a
pronounced diffuser insert signal the top-of-the-range model's sporty
character. An M rear spoiler lip is also standard on M Sport and i5
M60 xDrive models.
M Sport Pro variants of the BMW 5 Series Saloon stand out with
the illuminated BMW kidney grille with black surround, the dynamic
light carpet, high-gloss black exterior mirror caps and a
black-painted M rear spoiler. In addition, there are also the M Shadow
Line lights for the front and rear and red-painted brake calipers.
Optimised aerodynamics deliver real-world range
improvements
Combined with EfficientDynamics measures
such as air flap control, an AirCurtain in the front apron,
aerodynamic wheels and a smooth underbody, the new BMW 5 Series Saloon
achieves an outstanding Cd value of 0.23.
The air flap control can increase the electric range of the new
BMW i5 by up to 16 miles, by only opening the cooling air intakes in
the BMW kidney grille, the lower cooling air intake, and brake cooling
ducts as required. The Air Curtains, meanwhile, direct the airflow
from the front apron past the front wheels, thereby reducing
turbulence at the wheel arch, increasing range by up to 1.25 miles.
The light alloy wheels with optimised inserts combine optimum
aerodynamics with low weight. Their design makes a significant
contribution to reducing air resistance and increases the electric
range by up to 6 miles.
In the new BMW 5 Series Saloon, the underbody is closed off as
far as possible thanks to the optimised panelling and air control
elements, reducing air resistance. At the rear, the rear axle cover
and aerodynamically shaped diffuser contribute to optimising the
underbody airflow. These efforts can achieve an additional reduction
in CO2 emissions and increase the electric range by up to 6 miles.
New EfficiencyCoach generates suggestions for more efficient
and sustainable driving
With EfficientDynamics, the
BMW Group has been developing technologies to increase the efficiency
of its vehicles and reduce their emissions for many years. However,
the driver is still a significant factor influencing efficiency. By
driving economically, up to 25 percent of fuel or electrical energy
can be saved. The new EfficiencyCoach in the My BMW app provides tips
to make driving more efficient and sustainable. The assistant analyses
the current consumption and compares it with the previous month as
well as that of the community and makes suggestions for driving more economically.
Driving pleasure and exceptional comfort combined with
innovative style
Generous space, modern functionality,
a high level of acoustic comfort as well as high-quality, precisely
processed materials, fine workmanship and advanced digital services
characterise the new BMW 5 Series Saloon. The fully digital BMW Curved
Display represents the heart of the interior redesign. Other
innovations include the BMW Interaction Bar in the instrument panel
and door area, My Modes for a customisable driving and interior
experience, and the new gear selector switch on the centre console.
Fully digital BMW Curved Display with new graphic display and
optimised touch operation
With its frameless glass
surface slightly inclined towards the driver, the BMW Curved Display
consists of a 12.3-inch Information Display behind the steering wheel
and a Control Display with 14.9-inch screen, which merge into a single
fully digital high-resolution display unit. The BMW iDrive experience,
based on BMW Operating System 8.5, offers a new graphic display with a
particularly clear start screen and “QuickSelect” access for simple
and intuitive touch operation. The latest-generation operating system
introduces new functionalities, including video on demand via YouTube
for the driver and front passenger when stationary (SIM card reader
and separate data plan required).
The advances in digitalisation make it possible to reduce the
number of buttons used in the cockpit. They continue to be used only
where they are the ideal solution for fast and intuitive operation. A
large interior trim strip for the instrument panel highlights the BMW
Curved Display and the BMW Interaction Bar. With an Aluminium
Rhombicle Dark Silver finish, it is also optionally available in the
Carbon Fibre variant with high-gloss silver threads and in several
fine wood finishes.
In-car gaming with AirConsole premieres in the new BMW 5
Series
In cooperation with gaming platform AirConsole,
BMW presents a new form of in-car gaming in the new BMW 5 Series
Saloon. The driver and passengers can play casual games while the
vehicle is stationary, for example to bridge waiting times while
charging the high-voltage battery of the BMW i5.
Setting up the experience with AirConsole is seamless. Players’
smartphones act as a controller, with the connection established by
scanning a QR code on the Curved Display. With instant delivery of
games over-the-air, players can start playing right away. The
selection of games at launch includes racing, sports, quiz,
simulation, strategy, jump-and-run and puzzle games. The portfolio of
20 or so titles is continuously expanding and includes "Go Kart
Go", "Golazo", "Music Guess" and "Overcooked".
BMW Interaction Bar with touch function and lighting
effects
The BMW Interaction Bar was first presented in
the new BMW 7 Series and is now also available in the new BMW 5 Series
Saloon. The backlit unit with crystalline surface extends below the
trim strip across the width of the instrument panel far into the door
panels and includes touch-sensitive control panels for controlling
ventilation and air conditioning. Part of the standard Ambient Light,
its lighting design is based on the selected My Modes and can be
customised. Getting in and out of the car is accompanied by a welcome
and farewell scenario, staged with lights on the BMW Interaction Bar.
The BMW Interaction Bar interacts with the passengers in the form of
dynamic light animation and indicates incoming telephone calls, among
other things. It also indicates to the driver and front passenger when
it is safe to get out the car thanks to the Safe Exit function.
Fresh designs for steering wheel and centre console control
panel
The newly designed steering wheel has three spokes
and a rim that is flattened in the lower section, with contrast
stitching in BMW M GmbH colours. With BMW i5 M60 xDrive, a red centre
marker on the steering wheel emphasises its sporty character. A
steering wheel heating function is offered on all models as part of
the Comfort Pack.
The control panel on the centre console has also been
redesigned. The iDrive Controller, new gear selector switch,
start/stop button, My Modes buttons, volume control and other buttons
are clearly arranged on the centre panel. With the CraftedClarity
option, crystal glass applications for selected controls add a
luxurious touch. A wireless charging tray is included as standard on
all models.
The first BMW to feature Veganza upholstery as standard from
launch
As standard, the new BMW 5 Series Saloon is the
first model in the UK to feature Veganza upholstery from the initial
launch. The new BMW 5 Series Saloon includes black seat surfaces in
the leatherlike Veganza finish, with the material also extending to
the dashboard and door panels. Optionally, the leather-free surface
material is also available with a decorative perforation and in three
other colours. Further optional equipment includes BMW Individual
Merino leather upholstery in several bicolour variants.
The newly designed seats offer increased comfort and optimised
adjustment options. Sport seats are included as standard and
incorporate electric height and inclination adjustment as well as a
heating function. Active seat ventilation is available as part of the
Comfort Plus Pack.
The backrests of the outer rear seats extend far into the door
areas, increasing comfort. The rear seats can be heated as part of the
Comfort Plus Pack. The entire rear seat backrest is now divided as
standard in the ratio 40:20:40. The luggage compartment of the new BMW
5 Series Saloon has a total storage volume of up to 520 litres (490
litres on i5 models). Despite their drive units being integrated in
the rear axle, the all-electric BMW i5 models have a luggage
compartment volume that is almost equivalent to the other variants.
The Travel & Comfort System, available as part of the
Comfort Pack, adds ambient lighting elements to the backs of the front
seats to emphasise the atmospheric ambience.
The standard M Sport specification includes an
anthracite-coloured roof lining, while M Sport Pro models also feature
M seat belts.
Enhanced air conditioning with almost invisible seam vents,
heat pump technology in the BMW i5
The standard
equipment of the new BMW 5 Series Saloon includes automatic air
conditioning with an extended range of features. In the instrument
panel area, seam vents are used instead of conventional air vents,
positioned at the height of the BMW Interaction Bar.
To maximise range, BMW i5 models have energy-efficient heat pump
technology as standard. A 4-zone automatic air conditioning system
with separate control panel in the rear, air vents in the B-pillars
and nano particle filters is available as part of the Comfort Plus
Pack. For the first time, the air conditioning makes it possible to
separately regulate the temperature in the front footwells. A second
solar sensor is used to regulate the temperature in the rear.
Preheating is standard equipment in the BMW i5.
A first for the BMW 5 Series: panoramic glass roof now
available
The optional panoramic glass roof is a
first for the new BMW 5 Series Saloon. It covers almost the entire
roof surface, extends without interruption from just behind the
windscreen to almost the rear window. With a length of 841mm and a
width of 818mm, the viewing area is almost 90 percent larger than the
sunroof of the predecessor. An optional interior sunblind provides
shading of the interior.
High payload and trailer load for all versions, strengthening
suitability for long-distance travel
The
long-distance capabilities of the new BMW 5 Series Saloon are
underlined by the high payloads it can carry. For example, the total
payload of the BMW i5 eDrive40 Saloon is 610kg. An
electrically-deployed towbar is available as an option for all models,
with a towing capacity up to 2,000kg.
Exceptional sound experience via high-quality audio systems
and BMW IconicSounds Electric
The standard Harman
Kardon Surround Sound System provides a high-level sound experience
with 12 speakers and a 205 watt amplifier. With 18 speakers and
amplifier output boosted to 655 watts, the optional Bowers &
Wilkins Surround Sound System guarantees an outstanding acoustic
experience. A seven-channel digital amplifier creates a clear sound
experience in all seats. Illuminated metal panels for the loudspeakers
in the doors emphasise the exclusive character of the sound system.
Two USB-C ports are fitted as standard in the front of the new
BMW 5 Series Saloon and two further USB-C ports in the back.
Optionally, a further USB-C port is available in the backrests of the
front seats.
The Travel & Comfort System is also available to provide
customised entertainment in the rear. With plug-in couplings installed
in the backrests of the front seats for attaching multifunction
holders from the Original BMW Accessories range, tablets and other
devices can be attached to serve as entertainment screens. The system
includes mounting options for clothes hangers and fold-out tables.
A special soundscape can be experienced in the new BMW i5. The
BMW IconicSounds Electric accompany every movement of the accelerator
pedal. Depending on the My Mode selected, the sound is staged in
different ways, with SPORT mode particularly powerful. The BMW
IconicSounds Electric were developed in collaboration with renowned
film music composer Hans Zimmer.
Introduction of all-electric powertrains to the BMW 5 Series
for the first time
The new BMW 5 Series Saloon is to
be offered for the first time with the choice of all-electric models.
The new BMW i5 is being launched with two model variants: the BMW i5
M60 xDrive performance model is positioned at the top of the model
series. Both it and the BMW i5 eDrive40, are equipped with enhanced
fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology.
BMW i5 eDrive40: Advanced BMW eDrive technology, traditional
rear-wheel drive
The BMW i5 eDrive40 combines advanced
BMW eDrive technology with traditional rear-wheel drive. The electric
motor is located directly in the rear axle and generates maximum
output of 340hp and maximum torque of 400Nm or 430Nm with the Sport
Boost or Launch Control function. The zero-to-62mph sprint is covered
in 6.0 seconds, while maximum speed is electronically limited to
120mph. Its combined power consumption is between 18.7 and 16.2kWh per
62 miles.
BMW i5 M60 xDrive: All-electric driving pleasure at the top of
the model range
The BMW i5 M60 xDrive is the new top
model and combines a 601hp (with M Sport Boost or M Launch Control)
electric drive with hallmark M performance and specific design
features. Two highly integrated drive units on the front and rear
axles form the electric all-wheel drive system. The rear motor
generates 340hp, while the front motor produces 261hp. The system
torque generated by both motors is 795Nm or 820Nm when M Sport Boost
or M Launch Control is activated. This enables the new BMW i5 M60 to
accelerate from zero to 62mph in 3.8 seconds. The maximum speed is
electronically limited to 142mph. Its combined power consumption is
20.5 to 18.4kWh per 62 miles.
The BMW i5 M60 xDrive and BMW i5 eDrive40 feature a shift paddle
marked with "Boost" near the left steering wheel spoke. If
the paddle is pulled for more than 0.8 seconds, a Sport Boost
indicator appears on the Information Display, and maximum acceleration
is triggered by the accelerator pedal. At the same time, the drive
sound changes to that assigned to My Mode SPORT.
High-voltage battery with compact design and high energy
content
The high-voltage battery used in the
all-electric variants is derived from the latest fifth-generation BMW
eDrive technology. It is composed of four modules with 72 battery
cells each and three modules with 12 cells each. The battery has a
particularly flat design and is fitted in the underbody of the BMW i5
to save space. It provides a usable energy content of 81.2 kWh. The
BMW i5 M60 xDrive has a range of 282 - 320 miles (WLTP), while the BMW
i5 eDrive40 has a range of 296 - 362 miles.
The latest version of adaptive recuperation helps to conserve or
recover energy. The system can use navigation data and information
from the driver assistance systems to adjust how much power is
recuperated according to traffic levels. The driver can also select
high, medium or low braking energy recovery in the BMW iDrive menu.
Low recuperation triggers the coasting function – the BMW i5 rolls
along without drive torque as soon as the accelerator is released.
Efficiency is further enhanced by combining the heat pump technology
for the interior and the drive units and battery.
My Mode EFFICIENT with new MAX RANGE
function
When driving in My Mode EFFICIENT, the range of
the BMW i5 can be increased by up to 25 percent by limiting drive
power and top speed, combined with reduced comfort functions.
The MAX RANGE mode was designed for situations where a planned
charging stop is no longer possible. The maximum speed is limited to
60 mph; the air conditioning is deactivated; rear window heating is
reduced; steering wheel and seat heating and ventilation are
deactivated. The range gained in this way is shown on the Control
Display, the speed and power scales are adjusted on the Information
Display and the additional range is taken into account in the range forecast.
Combined Charging Unit and intelligent charging software
minimise charging time
The Combined Charging Unit
(CCU) of the BMW i5 enables AC charging up to 11kW as standard and
optionally up to 22kW (standard on the i5 M60 xDrive). The battery can
be charged with DC up to 205kW. This allows the charge level to be
raised from 10 to 80 percent in around 30 minutes. In addition, the
range can be increased by up to 97 miles in 10 minutes at a DC
fast-charging station when starting with a charge level of 10 percent.
Charging efficiency is optimised using the latest version of the
charging software. The system continuously adjusts the charging power
instead of delivering a "staircase curve" thereby making
charging times even shorter. The waste heat generated by the electric
motors is used to control the temperature of the battery in the BMW i5
for the first time, significantly reducing the energy required to
preheat the battery on the way to a charging station.
When the navigation system is active, the
battery is automatically pre-conditioned before a planned charging
stop. Pre-conditioning can be manually activated at any time. In
addition, it is possible to save charging settings for individual
charging points. They are then automatically restored on the next
visit. The cloud-based navigation system in the BMW i5 calculates
charge-optimised routes and will become even more precise as time passes.
Four-cylinder petrol engine with 48-volt mild hybrid
technology
The four-cylinder petrol engine is equipped
with 48-volt mild hybrid technology that uses a crankshaft starter
generator to produce a spontaneous response to every accelerator
movement, both when starting off and during acceleration, and
increases comfort when using the Auto Start Stop function. The energy
required is stored in a 48-volt battery located under the luggage
compartment. It is charged by means of recuperation during overrun and
braking. In addition to the electric motor, the 48-volt battery also
supplies the vehicle’s 12-volt electrical system via a voltage converter.
The four-cylinder petrol engine in the new BMW 5 Series Saloon
comes from a new modular generation that uses the Miller combustion
process, which shortens the opening times of the intake valves. It
also features redesigned intake ducts and combustion chambers, as well
as innovations in camshaft control, fuel injection, the ignition
system and exhaust gas routing.
In addition, the latest version of the fully variable valve
control VALVETRONIC is able to stop gas exchange when required, thus
reducing the engine’s frictional torque in overrun phases by about two
thirds. This leads to braking energy being more intensively recuperated.
In the new BMW 520i Saloon, this engine produces 190hp and 310
Nm of torque, increased to 208hp and 330Nm with the support of the
48-volt mild hybrid technology – 24hp and 40Nm more than its
predecessor. The new BMW 520i Saloon takes 7.5 seconds to accelerate
from zero to 62mph.
New 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission with Sport Boost
function as standard
A new 8-speed Steptronic Sport
transmission is standard, with shift paddles on the steering wheel and
a Sport Boost function activated by the left paddle. The new
transmission includes the electric motor and the 48-volt mild hybrid
power electronics in its housing. In addition, the internal efficiency
of the transmission has been optimised, as have vibration damping and
torsional irregularity decoupling. A new electric oil pump and a
torsional damper system increase efficiency and shift comfort.
Chassis and steering honed for sporting precision and optimum
refinement
Both the double-wishbone front axle and the
five-link rear axle of the new BMW 5 Series Saloon have undergone
extensive development. To optimise the acoustic properties, the front
axle support received an elastic steering gear mount. In the BMW i5
M60 xDrive, noise from the electric drive is insulated by large
powertrain mounts, while the all-wheel drive variants feature an
aluminium stiffening plate under the front axle support. The rear axle
support combines low weight with high rigidity. The vibration damping
and acoustic insulation of the BMW i5’s electric drive unit are
optimised by a large bearing and specific rubber mounts for the rear
axle support.
All new BMW 5 Series Saloons are equipped with
the latest electromechanical power steering as standard. The standard
sport steering now includes a direct and steering angle-dependent
ratio. Its range of functions also includes the Servotronic
speed-related power assistance.
The advanced Integral Active Steering is also available for the
new BMW 5 Series Saloon as part of the Adaptive Suspension
Professional. Depending on vehicle speed, the rear wheels are turned
either against the front wheels or in the same direction by up to
2.5°. At low speeds this aids manoeuvring in and out of parking
spaces, while the turning circle is reduced by more than 0.6 metres to
11.7 metres.
Lowered M sport suspension as standard, stroke-dependent
dampers for the BMW i5
The new BMW 5 Series Saloon is
equipped with M sport suspension as standard. It includes a firmer
tuning of the springs, dampers and anti-roll bars, combined with a
lowering of the vehicle by 8mm.
The BMW i5 also features stroke-dependent control of the dampers
on both axles. The additional hydraulic damping calms the body when
compensating for vibrations caused by uneven road surfaces. The
damping is spring-travel-dependent, so that vibrations are initially
damped linearly and then additionally absorbed by a second piston in
the event of greater deflection. This prevents excessive bouncing or
rocking of the body when driving over large bumps.
The BMW i5 is also equipped with rear-axle self-levelling air
suspension as standard. This ensures optimum vehicle height, even when
heavily loaded. The air supply to the suspension is regulated
individually for each wheel and can compensate for uneven loading.
Adaptive Suspension Professional
The Adaptive
Suspension Professional with electronically controlled dampers is
optionally available across the range. Infinitely adjustable valves
enable wheel-specific regulation of the damper forces. The rebound and
compression stages of the dampers are infinitely variable. Using My
Modes, two different maps can be activated for the dampers. The damper
control takes into account longitudinal and lateral acceleration,
speed, steering angle, and body and front wheel acceleration, in order
to activate the required damper force within a few milliseconds.
Adaptive M Suspension Professional with additional Active Roll
Stabilisation offered exclusively on the BMW i5 M60
xDrive
The Adaptive M Suspension Professional with
additional Active Roll Stabilisation is offered exclusively on the BMW
i5 M60 xDrive as standard. This system uses the new control logic to
optimise sportiness and comfort and the damper forces are controlled
using M specific characteristics.
The Active Roll Stabilisation deploys 48-volt electric swivel
motors to ensure particularly fast and precise compensation of lateral
inclination forces. Active Roll Stabilisation benefits agility and
driving precision, while at the same time enabling a dynamic steering
response by providing better roll support. It also increases comfort
when driving straight ahead by decoupling the anti-roll bar, reducing
body roll caused by road unevenness. The Active Roll Comfort function
ensures that the system not only reduces body roll, but also builds up
a counter-torque to keep the body horizontal, especially when the road
surface is uneven on one side. In this way, the driver and passengers
hardly notice any bumps in the road.
Directly controlled wheel slip limitation for fast and
precisely optimised traction
The new BMW 5 Series
Saloon now features directly controlled wheel slip limitation to
deliver maximum agility and control in demanding driving situations.
With this system, the traction control is integrated into the engine
control unit. This eliminates the long signal paths to the control
unit of the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control), so that the control
interventions take place up to 10 times faster.
Larger light alloy wheels introduced across the
range
The standard equipment of the new BMW 5 Series
Saloon includes 19-inch light alloy wheels on M Sport models, while M
Sport Pro models receive 20-inch light alloy wheels as standard. The
enlarged diameter over its predecessor gives the vehicle an even more
sporty presence. 20-inch and 21-inch light alloy wheels are available
ex-works and in the genuine BMW accessories range. The range also
includes the option of aerodynamic wheels, whose design and
construction methods reduce both weight and air resistance.
In addition to the tyre pressure display, the new BMW 5 Series
Saloon features a digital tyre condition monitoring system as
standard, making it possible to detect tyre issues earlier. This is
made possible by a diagnostic function using artificial intelligence
(AI) in the BMW backend. A loss of pressure is reported to the driver
by the My BMW app and, depending on the market, also in the vehicle,
together with a recommendation for taking action. Predictions allow a
forecast to be made of the remaining life of the tyres until the
recommended minimum tread depth is reached.
Driving Assistant Professional
Driving Assistant
Professional, available as part of the Tech Pack Plus, includes
Distance Control with Stop & Go function and Steering and Lane
Control Assistant. The combination of these two features enhances the
level 2 automated driving experience.
Further components of the system are Side Collision Protection
with active return, Road Priority Warning and Wrong-way Warning, the
front and rear Crossing-traffic Warning with braking function as well
as the Emergency Lane Assistant and Emergency Stop Assistant functions
in selected countries.
The central area of the cockpit display is reserved for an
augmented reality representation of the vehicle and its surroundings.
Camera images are combined with additional graphics and information to
provide the driver with a precise overview of the surroundings.
Launching initially in Germany, the United States and Canada,
this package also includes the new version of the Active Lane Change
Assistant, available for the first time in the new BMW 5 Series
Saloon. This system can automatically carry out lane change manoeuvres
with corresponding steering movements and speed adjustments. As a
world first, the Active Lane Change Assistant can be controlled by eye
activation. The vehicle suggests a lane change and this can be carried
out by looking in the exterior mirror to confirm. The Active Lane
Change Assistant makes the necessary steering movements automatically
up to a speed of 85mph. It is no longer necessary to confirm the lane
change with the turn indicator. The launch timeframe for this
functionality in the UK market is not confirmed.
Driving Assistant with advanced front collision warning and
Lane Departure Warning
The new BMW 5 Series Saloon
offers a comprehensive safety package as standard equipment with the
Driving Assistant. The scope of the front collision warning now
includes detection of oncoming traffic when turning left and of
pedestrians or cyclists when turning left. The Lane Departure Warning
with active lane return now also reacts to oncoming traffic that poses
a potential collision risk.
Active lane return has been added to the Lane Change Warning,
and a braking function has been added to the rear Crossing-traffic
Warning. Further components of the Driving Assistant are the rear
collision warning, exit warning, Evasion Assistant and Crossroads
Warning with brake intervention. Cruise control with brake function
and manual Speed Limit Assist is also standard.
Parking Assistant including Reversing Assistant as
standard
The standard Parking Assistant includes start
monitoring and the Trailer Assistant, as well as a Reversing Assist
Camera that creates panoramic images of the area behind the vehicle.
Parking Assistant assists the driver in selecting parallel or
perpendicular parking spaces. In addition to the steering tasks, it
also takes over accelerating and braking as well as the necessary gear shifts.
The standard Reversing Assistant enables automated reversing in
narrow environments such as multi-storey car parks. It stores the
steering movements when driven forwards at up to 22mph, which the
system can then repeat in reverse for up to 50 metres.
Parking Assistant Plus, part of the Tech Pack, additionally
includes the Parking View, Panorama View front and 3D View functions.
This shows a 360-degree image of the vehicle and its surroundings on
the Control Display. In addition, the Remote 3D View function allows
the driver to view a live image on their smartphone (available for
Apple iPhone from iOS 16.2). The BMW Drive Recorder and anti-theft
recorder are also included.
Parking Assistant Professional: Control parking manoeuvres via
smartphone
In conjunction with the optional Parking
Assistant Professional (part of the Tech Pack Plus), the Reversing
Assistant can take over steering for up to 200 metres. The system can
now orient itself to marker lines and kerbs as well as other vehicles
when parking automatically. In tight spaces, the driver can now
control the manoeuvre outside of the vehicle using the My BMW app
(available for Apple iPhone from iOS 16.2).
Also included is the BMW Manoeuvre Assistant which uses GPS and
trajectory data to store and replay complex parking manoeuvres. Up to
ten manoeuvres of up to 200 metres each can be recorded up to 600
metres in total. From the starting point, the BMW Manoeuvre Assistant
takes over all steering, accelerating, braking, and gear shifting.
Just like automated parking, the driver can control the BMW Manoeuvre
Assistant either in the vehicle or from outside using the My BMW app
on Apple iPhone.
BMW iDrive featuring “QuickSelect” for faster function
selection
To make selecting the numerous functions more
intuitive, the latest-generation BMW iDrive offers a redesigned start
screen with “QuickSelect” access that allows functions to be called up
directly without switching to a submenu. In addition to the Home
symbol, there are now also the symbols for direct access to the Air
conditioning menu, the All Apps menu, Navigation as well as Media,
Telephony and Apple CarPlay® and Andoid Auto™,
if activated.
BMW Maps with route guidance optimised for
charging
The cloud-based navigation system BMW Maps is
part of the standard BMW Live Cockpit Plus. It offers fast and dynamic
route calculation based on real-time traffic data. In addition, the
new BMW Maps system allows drivers to use improved route planning
optimised for charging on long-distance journeys with the BMW i5, both
in the vehicle and via the My BMW app. Charging stops are planned so
that the destination is reached as quickly as possible. The driver's
preferred final charging status can be set in five-percent increments
and the system can give preference to charging stations from selected
providers. Detailed information can be provided on charging stations
en route. Availability, supported plug types and payment options are
listed, as well as the availability of bathrooms, catering or
playgrounds in the vicinity. How long the charging will take and
estimated cost can also be shown.
Personalisation with BMW ID and My BMW
app
Functioning as a universal digital interface, the My
BMW app provides information on the vehicle's status, charge and
available range. Via remote access, it enables vehicle location, door
locking and unlocking and recording the vehicle's surroundings. The
driver can view a live image of the vehicle's surroundings using
Remote 3D View and Remote Inside View. In conjunction with the BMW
Digital Key Plus, Remote Control Parking functions are also available
when in the vicinity of the vehicle.
In addition, the My BMW app can be used to send destination
addresses from the smartphone to the vehicle's navigation system and
to initiate, purchase or extend ConnectedDrive upgrades. Charging for
the BMW i5 can also be controlled via the My BMW app. The My Journeys
function provides data and evaluation of distances travelled,
consumption, average speed and the eDrive share on the smartphone and
can even provide tips for more efficient driving.
Proactive Care: highlighting servicing needs via AI to offer
prompt solutions to customers
With Proactive Care,
BMW is creating a new platform for customer exchanges. The focus is on
recognising the vehicle's service needs by using artificial
intelligence to proactively offer solutions to the customer without
them having to take action themselves.
From Condition Based Service to digital tyre diagnostics and
Battery Guard to accident detection as part of the automatic emergency
call, the new BMW 5 Series Saloon identifies servicing or assistance
needs and reports them to BMW according to the customer’s preferences.
BMW then contacts the customer and proposes a suitable solution.
Should the vehicle need servicing urgently while on the road, the
customer receives suggestions for a nearby dealership.
Communication takes place via different channels: an in-car
message on the Control Display, a message in the My BMW app, by e-mail
or – in the event of a collision or breakdown – a Roadside Assistance
call. Remote diagnosis is possible with problem solving via software
update or online appointment scheduling. In the event of a breakdown,
BMW will activate Mobile Service or a tow truck and inform the
customer when assistance will arrive.
BMW ID allows parking fees to be paid directly from the BMW 5
Series
Using the BMW ID, the driver can now pay parking
fees directly from the vehicle. The new Park Payments function can
initially be used in Germany and Austria, with other European
countries following during 2023. The vehicle automatically detects
whether the service is available and displays the payment function if
the parking zone is covered by one of the connected providers. The
parking stay can be paid for using the credit card stored in the My
BMW app. When the vehicle leaves the parking space, the parking stay
is automatically terminated.
Natural dialogue with the BMW Intelligent Personal
Assistant
With the new generation of BMW Intelligent
Personal Assistant, naturally spoken instructions can now be used to
adjust the seat position, start the Parking Assistant or activate the
IconicSounds Electric in the BMW i5, among other things. A text
overlay shows the customer the command the voice assistant has just
understood. The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant also now responds
to instructions from rear-seat passengers. In addition, the digital
companion can recognise user behaviour and make suggestions on how to
use the vehicle.
The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is accompanied by new
graphics on the displays that emphasise the system’s interactive
character. The digital assistant is visualised so that it ‘leans’
towards the active speaker and shows that it is listening. In
addition, the new BMW 5 Series Saloon offers the option of integrating
with Amazon Alexa, , to for example, make shopping lists, play music
or control your smart home remotely. At home, you can also check on
the BMW i5's battery status or activate pre-conditioning using an
Alexa capable device.
BMW Digital Key Plus as a fully-fledged vehicle
key
The optional Comfort Access function also includes
the BMW Digital Key Plus. It offers the option of unlocking and
locking the new BMW 5 Series Saloon via security-optimised Ultra
Wideband (UWB) technology using iOS or Android smartphones or the
Apple Watch. Approaching or moving away from the vehicle triggers
unlocking or locking. The smartphone can remain in the customer's
pocket. The vehicle owner can also share access with up to five other users.
Smartphone integration as standard
The standard
equipment of the new BMW 5 Series Saloon includes smartphone
integration via Apple CarPlay® and Android
Auto™. The services are integrated into the operating
system via a Wi-Fi connection between the smartphone and the vehicle.
The driver can view all important information from the apps on the
Control Display, the instrument cluster and the optional Head-Up
Display available as part of the Technology Pack.
Individual driving experience with My Modes
My
Modes can be called up by voice command or via a button on the centre
console, which takes the place of the previous Driving Experience
Control button. The My Modes PERSONAL, SPORT, EFFICIENT as well as
RELAX, EXPRESSIVE and DIGITAL ART are available in the new BMW 5
Series Saloon. They can be used to activate settings for the drive,
suspension, displays, and interior lighting including the BMW
Interaction Bar to suit personal preferences.
Interior camera for image and video
recording
The Tech Pack includes an interior camera in
the roof area that allows passengers to take photos and record video
and sound to capture special moments and share them with friends or
family. The recordings can be transferred by scanning a QR code in the
control display. In addition, the customer can use the remote function
in the My BMW app to request footage from the interior camera on their
smartphone. The interior camera is also activated when the anti-theft
recorder is triggered.
“Over-the-air” updates: Remote Software Upgrade and BMW
ConnectedDrive Upgrades
With more than 5 million
vehicles on the road, the BMW Group has the world's largest
over-the-air upgradeable vehicle fleet. With the Remote Software
Upgrades function, the new BMW 5 Series Saloon always stays up to date
with the latest software. Upgrades may include free quality
improvements or even additional features and functions.
With BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades, customers can test selected
functions free of charge for one month and then book them for a
specific term. The BMW ConnectedDrive Store for the new BMW 5 Series
includes Remote Engine Start, Parking Assistant Professional and
Welcome Light projection.
Fixed kilowatt-hour prices for public
charging
The main advantage of BMW Charging's public
charging offer is the fixed and attractive kilowatt hour prices for AC
and DC charging. For drivers of a BMW i5, the monthly fees for the bp
pulse and the IONITY Plus package are waived for the first twelve
months in the UK. These packages fix the cost of charging, for example
IONITY high-power rates are currently 0.26 GBP / kWh and bp pulse DC
charging is 0.55 GBP / kWh (for stations up to 149 kW, under 90
minutes of charging). BMW Charging ensures that every charge uses
renewable energy, while providing access to more than 466,300 public
charging points in 29 countries in Europe with just one registration.
For further information, visit https://bmw-public-charging.com/.
New BMW 5 Series Saloon meets premium standards of
sustainability
The new BMW 5 Series Saloon makes a
significant contribution to achieving the company's ambitious climate
goals by reducing the carbon footprint in the supply chain by 20 to 25
per cent and by up to 58 percent across the entire life cycle compared
to its predecessor.
The new BMW 5 Series is the brand's first model in the UK to
offer Veganza upholstery as standard from launch. Innovative Frozen
paints produced using the Biomass Balance process are now available.
In the BMW i5, the waste heat from the electric drive can be used for
the first time to warm the battery while the new MAX RANGE function,
the range can be increased by up to 25 percent if required.
Ends
*These figures may vary depending on the wheel/tyre size and
items of optional equipment selected.
**Electronically limited.
Fuel consumption, CO2 emission figures and power consumption were
measured using the methods required according to Regulation VO (EC)
2007/715 as amended. The figures are calculated using a vehicle
fitted with basic equipment in Germany, the ranges stated take into
account differences in selected wheel and tyre sizes as well as the
optional equipment. They may change during configuration.
For further details of the official fuel consumption figures and
official specific CO2 emissions of new cars, please refer to the
"Manual on fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and power
consumption of new cars", available at sales outlets, from
Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760
Ostfildern-Scharnhausen and at https://www.dat.de/co2/.
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premium financial and mobility services. The BMW Group production
network comprises over 30 production sites worldwide; the company has
a global sales network in more than 140 countries.
In 2022, the BMW Group sold nearly 2.4 million passenger
vehicles and more than 202,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit
before tax in the financial year 2022 was € 23.5 billion on revenues
amounting to € 142.6 billion. As of 31 December 2022, the BMW Group
had a workforce of 149,475 employees.
The success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term
thinking and responsible action. The company set the course for the
future at an early stage and consistently makes sustainability and
efficient resource management central to its strategic direction, from
the supply chain through production to the end of the use phase of all products.
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CO2 EMISSIONS & CONSUMPTION.
BMW i5 eDrive40*:
Power consumption combined in WLTP cycle: 19.5 – 15.9 kWh/100 km
Electric range in WLTP cycle: 296 - 361 miles
BMW i5 M60 xDrive*:
Power consumption combined in WLTP cycle:
20.6 – 18.2 kWh/100 km
Electric range in WLTP cycle: 282 - 320 miles
BMW 520i*:
Fuel consumption in mpg combined in
WLTP cycle: 44.14 - 49.56
CO2 emissions in g/km combined in WLTP
cycle: 144 – 130
BMW 530e*:
Power consumption combined in WLTP
cycle: 21.4 – 20.0 kWh/100 km
Electric range in WLTP cycle: 58.4
- 63.4 miles
Fuel consumption in mpg combined in WLTP cycle: 403.5
- 470.8
CO2 emissions in g/km combined in WLTP cycle: 17 – 14
BMW 550e*:
Power consumption combined in WLTP
cycle: 22.9 – 21.6 kWh/100 km
Electric range in WLTP cycle: 52.8
- 55.9 miles
Fuel consumption in mpg combined in WLTP cycle: 282.5
- 353.1
CO2 emissions in g/km combined in WLTP cycle: 22 – 20
*These figures may vary depending on the wheel/tyre size and items of optional equipment selected.
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