Mumbai: German luxury car makers, BMW will soon launch its eighth-gen 5 Series and its electric counterpart, the i5, in India. The cars will be launched in the Indian markets during the 2024 festive season.
The new-gen 5 Series made its global debut last year. It measures 5,175 mm in length, 1,900 mm in width, 1,520 mm in height, and its wheelbase is 3,105mm. The new 5 Series comes with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The LWB version gets reclining rear seats, 4-zone automatic climate control, and a rear seat entertainment package with a massive 31.1-inch screen.
In India, BMW is likely to offer the 5 Series LWB with 2.0-litre turbo-petrol and diesel engine options. Both engines will be paired with a mild-hybrid system and an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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On the electric front, the i5 is likely to arrive in eDrive40 form, boasting a 340hp motor and an 81.2kWh battery pack for a maximum range of 582km.
In terms of pricing, the 5 Series LWB is anticipated to range between Rs 70 lakh and 80 lakh, ex-showroom. Meanwhile, the i5 is projected to be priced in the Rs 90 lakh to 1 crore (ex-showroom) range.
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