It is already in dealerships BMW in Brazil the electric sedan i5 M60. For R$759,950, the high-luxury model powered by power stored in a battery – released last year in the foreign market – it has plenty of comfort, aerodynamic solutions and even details in carbon fiber and crystal inside. Derived from eighth generation 5 Seriesfor now, it only arrives with electric motorization, but, later this semester, it will be accompanied by hybrid version.
In total, the model, equipped with fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology, has two electric motors. One in the back, and one under the front hood (so all-wheel drive). Respectively, they develop power of 261 hp and 340 hp. In total, according to BMW, there are 601 hp and 82 mkgf of maximum torque (instant delivery). As a result, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds and a maximum speed of 230 km/h, limited to preserve the battery.
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Recharge in 4 hours
The battery is located below the floor of the car. It has a capacity of 81.2 kWh. According to the Brazilian Vehicle Labeling Program (PBEV) cycle, measured by the Inmetro, the BMW i5 M60 has a range of up to 391 kilometers. The model also has a new function called Max Range, which can increase autonomy by up to 25%, limiting power, speed and deactivating comfort functions. The model is fully recharged in 4h15 in the BMW Wallbox, configured to deliver 22kW of power – between 10 and 80%, BMW advertises in 30 minutes.
Compared to the predecessor model, however, the new generation has a more sophisticated appearance. At the rear, it became shorter and, in length, grew by 97 millimeters. Total 5.06 m. The width (1.90 m) has been increased by 32 mm, while the height, 1.51 m, has an extra 36 mm. The wheelbase – increased by 20 mm, is 2.99 m. Trunk: 490 liters (space compromised by the spare tire, mandatory in Brazil).
As usual, the double kidney grille – traditional for BMW – remains on the scene. But it is completely closed and equipped with BMW Iconic Glow, which leaves the contour illuminated. The headlights, in principle, have LED elements, arranged almost vertically, and serve as direction indicators and daytime running lights.
On the sides, skirts painted black, recessed door handles (to improve aerodynamics) and the number 5 in high relief at the base of the C column. The wheels are 20 inches and have a diamond finish. At the back, LED lighting in the taillights is a highlight.
Interior and equipment
Inside, just like the BMW i7, the cockpit of the new BMW Series has few buttons, to make the design cleaner. The Shy Tech concept, which debuted on the BMW iX, makes it possible to control the car’s functions using voice commands, gestures or touch. In the cabin, the highlight is the refined finish, which even has a panel with carbon fiber details and crystal elements, such as the Start&Stop button, for example. The instrument panel (12.3″) and the multimedia center (14.9″, with wireless Apple Car Play and Android Auto) come together in a single piece. And it even has a camera, which displays (on the instrument panel) what is coming in front of the car.
In the equipment list, in the meantime, the BMW i5 has several driving assistants. Through Driving Assistant Professional, it offers adaptive speed control, Lane Keeping Assistant and Parking Assistant Professional, where the i5 parks 100% on its own, without the need to accelerate or brake. There are also visual and audible alerts for cross-traffic conditions, risks of rear-end collisions, involuntary lane changes and frontal approach control and prevention, among other functions.
BMW IconicSounds Electric includes soundtracks (composed by renowned composer Hans Zimmer) to provide greater emotional connection between occupants and the vehicle. In short, the car simulates the noise of the engine – after all, the electric engine is completely silent.
Colors
There is also the Digital Key Plus, a virtual key system, compatible with iPhone and Samsung Galaxy smartphones, which eliminates the need for a physical key and facilitates access to the car exclusively using your cell phone. And finally, the sound system of the new BMW i5 is designed by Bowers & Wilkins. It has 665 watts of power across 17 speakers. In total, the sedan has ten body color options. They are: Alpine White, Sapphire Black, Carbon Black, Sophisto Grey, Mineral White, Phytonic Blue, Oxide Grey, Brooklyn Grey, Cape York Green and Fire Red.
The i5 offers BMW Service Inclusive (BSI). In other words, for a period of four years and with no mileage limit, the customer can count on general maintenance services, with worldwide coverage through the network of authorized dealers, at no additional cost.
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