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New BMW 5-Series is top class
New BMW 5-Series is top class-May 2024
2023-12-14 EST 02:30:54

The world debut of the new BMW 5-Series Sedan once again marks the epitome of aesthetic design and supreme driving pleasure in the upper mid-range segment. Through its sporty and elegant looks, driving dynamics typical of the brand, outstanding efficiency as well as innovative comfort and safety features, the sixth generation of BMW’s executive sedan convincingly reflects the supreme standard of the world’s most successful manufacturer of premium cars throughout the entire process of development.

Diesel and petrol power for new BMW 5-Series sedan

The new BMW 5 Series Sedan is making its debut with one eight-cylinder and three six-cylinder petrol engines as well as two six-cylinder diesels.

The range is rounded off by a four-cylinder turbodiesel with an aluminium crankcase and common-rail direct injection. Maximum output in this case is 135 kW, making the BMW 520d fitted as standard with Auto Start Stop the new efficiency benchmark in its segment. Average fuel consumption in the EU5 test cycle is just 5-litres/100km and CO2 emissions is rated at 132 g/km (provisional figures).

The top-of-the-range BMW 550i comes with an eight-cylinder boasting BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology and High Precision Injection for maximum output of 300 kW.

Design features

Charismatic, elegant and sporty defines the design of the new BMW 5-Series.With the longest wheelbase in the segment, a long and sleek engine compartment lid, short overhangs front and rear and a coupé-like, graceful roofline, the new BMW 5-Series sedan stands out clearly from the competition.Overall, the aesthetic looks of the car are clearly determined by perfectly balanced proportions. Design features typical of the brand are to be found both at the front with its BMW kidney grille inclined slightly forward and on the strikingly chiselled engine compartment lid, in the stylish and elegant side view of the car, and on the muscular rear end.Within the interior, modern function and a superior ambiance come together in perfect harmony, unmistakable style and clear orientation to the driver in the cockpit guaranteeing a truly unique driving and travelling experience.

Innovative driver assistance systems with BMW ConnectedDrive

The driver assistance systems offered for the first time in the context of BMW ConnectedDrive include a Parking Assistant, Surround View, collision warning with application of the brakes in conjunction with Active Cruise Control plus Stop & Go and a new Speed Limit Device. Further features also available are Lane Change Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Speed Limit Info, a Head-Up Display, BMW Night Vision with detection of individual persons, and a back-up camera.

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