BMW India has launched i5 Lengthy Wheelbase (LWB) at an introductory worth of Rs 79.60 lakh (ex-showroom). That is BMW India’s first regionally assembled electrical sedan and can be manufactured at BMW Group Plant Chennai. Deliveries start instantly.
The i5 LWB is obtainable in eDrive35L M Sport specification. BMW additionally launched a restricted First Version on the similar Rs 79.60 lakh worth, with all 99 models already bought out earlier than the official launch. Compared, the ICE BMW 5 Sequence is bought in India at Rs 76.60 lakh, ex-sh in sole petrol 2.0 liter 530 Li config.
BMW i5 LWB – Greater Focus On Rear Seat Consolation
At 5,175 mm lengthy, 2,156 mm large and 1,520 mm tall, i5 LWB has a wheelbase of three,105 mm. BMW claims it’s the largest automobile in its phase, with the extra size and wheelbase serving to create more room for rear-seat occupants.
Design highlights embody BMW Iconic Glow illumination across the kidney grille, Adaptive LED headlights, flush door handles and 20-inch M alloy wheels. It additionally will get a revised Hofmeister kink with an embossed ‘5’ and slim LED back lights.
4 exterior colors can be found – Mineral White, Phytonic Blue, Carbon Black and Oxide Gray. A key addition for India is adaptive rear-axle air suspension, which is geared toward enhancing trip consolation. BMW has additionally elevated floor clearance to raised swimsuit Indian street circumstances.
81.6 kWh Battery, 669 Km Vary
Powering BMW i5 eDrive35L is a rear-mounted electrical powertrain producing 268 hp and 410 Nm. It may possibly speed up from 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds and has a high pace of 195 km/h. An 81.6 kWh battery pack delivers a claimed MIDC vary of as much as 669 km.
This offers i5 LWB considered one of its greatest speaking factors, combining a chauffeur-oriented long-wheelbase format with a comparatively lengthy claimed driving vary. The EV helps as much as 160 kW DC quick charging, permitting the battery to be charged from 10-80% in a claimed 33 minutes. An 11 kW BMW Wallbox charger and set up are included with the automobile.
Loaded With Consolation And Expertise
Inside, i5 LWB will get BMW Curved Show comprising a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen. BMW Working System 8.5, wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Digital Key Plus and connected-car performance are provided.
Different highlights embody ventilated entrance consolation seats, four-zone local weather management, vegan Veganza upholstery, Sky Lounge panoramic glass roof, CraftedClarity crystal controls and Bowers & Wilkins encompass sound system. Wi-fi charging trays are offered on the entrance in addition to within the rear armrest.
The rear cabin is a significant focus of i5 LWB, with further cushioning and legroom geared toward chauffeur-driven prospects. The sold-out First Version provides a rear-seat leisure package deal with a pill and holder, BMW Particular person Silver Bronze accents, open-pore wooden trim and ‘FIRST EDITION’ engraving. It additionally will get Carbon Black Metallic paint with Titanium Bronze exterior accents.
Security And Driver Help
BMW i5 LWB comes with eight airbags and a complete driver help package deal. Options embody Energetic Cruise Management with Cease & Go, Parking Assistant Skilled, Distant Parking through smartphone, Lane Change Warning, Cross Visitors Warning, Entrance and Rear Collision Warning and Exit Warning.
BMW already provides a number of regionally assembled luxurious automobiles and SUVs in India, and i5 LWB now turns into its first regionally produced electrical sedan. At Rs 79.60 lakh, i5 LWB additionally brings BMW’s long-wheelbase technique to the electrical government sedan area, combining a 3,105 mm wheelbase, rear air suspension and as much as 669 km of claimed MIDC vary.
