BMW company disclosure For more information on the next generation 5 Series.
Compared to its predecessor, the sedan is 97mm longer, 32mm wider and 36mm higher. The total length of the new “five” is 5060 mm, the wheelbase is 2995 mm. The car received an advanced iDrive system to control the media system and the functionality of the machine. The number of buttons in the cabin was significantly reduced.
Gasoline and diesel engines are equipped with mild hybrid technology with a 48-volt starter generator that assists the internal combustion engine and serves for energy recovery. Already in the basic version, the car is equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
In the European market, the BMW 520i will be offered with a 208 horsepower gasoline engine, while the 520d version will be offered with a 197 horsepower diesel engine. It will be produced in rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions. In the spring of 2024, the car will have a 6-cylinder diesel engine as well as plug-in hybrid versions. Outside Europe, 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder engines are available for the BMW 5 Series.
The flagship modification is the electric BMW i5 M60 xDrive with 601 hp. Equipped with four-wheel drive. The functionality of electronic assistance systems has been significantly expanded. Driving Assistant Professional is available for the new sedan, including a distance control system as well as steering and lane control assistance.
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