![]() A camera tracks the driver’s eye and when it detects the driver is looking at a side mirror, it will prompt the driver to give the go ahead for an automatic lane change, which will then be performed by the vehicle if the traffic situation allows. To initiate the maneuver, all the driver has to do is look at the side mirror in the direction of the lane he or she wants to enter. Highway Assistant will also perform automated lane changes. The driver will still need to monitor things at all times and take over at a moment’s notice. Part of the Driving Assistant Professional package, Highway Assistant will control the vehicle in a single lane at speeds of up to 85 mph on certain highway types. A head-up display is also on offer.īMW will also offer the latest version of its automated driver-assist system for highways, dubbed Highway Assistant. Natural-speak voice activation, gesture control, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also featured. The updates are aimed at making the interface faster and more intuitive to use thanks to direct access to popular functions like adjusting the climate settings or using the navigation. Controlling the screens and various vehicle functions is handled via an updated version of the iDrive interface (version 8.5). Inside, the dash is largely devoid of features apart from a display panel housing screens serving as a digital instrument cluster (12.3 inches) and infotainment hub (14.9 inches). The wheelbase has grown to 117.9 inches, which is 0.8 of an inch longer than at present. It has also grown in size compared to its predecessor, now measuring 199.2 inches in length (up 3.4 inches) and 74.8 inches in width (up 1.3 inches). It still stands out however with its high level of surface sculpting and large grille, which on the i5 features a sealed-off design. BMW hasn’t said when the M5 is coming but a debut next year is likely.Ĭompared to the redesigned 2023 7-Series, the styling of the latest 5-Series is more traditional. will receive two years of complimentary 30-minute charging sessions at Electrify America DC fast-charging locations.īuyers waiting for the M5 can look forward to a V-8 paired with a plug-in hybrid system. Charging at up to 205 kw is possible using a DC fast charger, in which case the battery can be charged to 80% in around 30 minutes, according to BMW. ![]() The standard battery in both electric variants is an 84.3-kwh unit that BMW estimates will deliver an EPA-rated range of 295 miles in the i5 eDrive40 and 256 miles in the i5 M60 xDrive. The top speed is capped at 143 mph when equipped with performance tires (130 mph with all-season tires). This grade is the quickest of the bunch, requiring just 3.7 seconds to accelerate from 0-60 mph. Upgrading to the i5 M60 xDrive swaps in a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup generating a peak 590 hp. ![]() The i5 eDrive40 is powered by a single electric motor at the rear axle, good for 335 hp. Both gas engines are mated to 8-speed automatic transmissions and 48-volt mild-hybrid systems as standard. The 540i xDrive comes standard with all-wheel drive and swaps in a 3.0-liter turbo-6 good for 375 hp. The 530i is powered by a 2.0-liter turbo-4 rated at 255 hp, and comes with rear-wheel drive as standard. All figures include a $995 destination charge. The electric i5 will be offered in i5 eDrive40 and i5 M60 xDrive grades, priced from $67,795 and $85,095, respectively. in 530i and 540i xDrive grades, priced from $58,895 and $61,195, respectively. The gas-powered 5-Series will initially be offered in the U.S. A new generation of the M5 is also coming, this time with plug-in hybrid power. Only the sedan body style has been revealed, but a wagon is planned for some markets, with both gas and electric options. It represents the eighth generation of the nameplate and the first to offer an electric option, badged the i5. ![]() BMW on Wednesday took the covers off a redesigned 5-Series that’s scheduled to reach dealerships late this year as a 2024 model.
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