BMW 5 Series memenangi gelaran Kereta Mewah Dunia 2024 di Anugerah Kereta Dunia, menunjukkan ia masih menjadi pilihan utama dalam kategori kereta mewah. Ini diumumkan semasa Pameran Auto Antarabangsa New York 2024 di mana BMW 5 Series mengagumkan di antara banyak kereta mewah lain yang dikeluarkan di seluruh dunia pada tahun lalu.
Kereta itu memperoleh anugerah ini selepas penilaian teliti oleh kira-kira 100 wartawan automotif dari 30 negara yang membentuk juri Anugerah Kereta Dunia. Mereka kagum dengan gabungan kuasa elektriknya, reka bentuk yang selesa untuk perjalanan jauh dan ciri digital termaju.
Varian yang paling mengagumkan ialah BMW i5, versi elektrik BMW 5 Series. Ia menawarkan emission-free driving dengan teknologi eDrive termaju, menyediakan julat sehingga 582km dan pengecasan pantas.
BMW 5 Series juga menawarkan pilihan mesra alam lain seperti hibrid plug-in dan enjin petrol dan diesel yang cekap, semuanya dengan teknologi hibrid ringan terkini. Ini menunjukkan komitmen BMW terhadap mobiliti mampan sambil masih memberikan prestasi cemerlang.
Kemenangan ini menandakan kali kesembilan BMW telah diiktiraf di Anugerah Kereta Dunia, menambah banyak lagi penghormatan lain yang diterima oleh BMW 5 Series. Ia menunjukkan dedikasi BMW terhadap inovasi dan menambah baik kereta di seluruh dunia.
The BMW 5 Series has clinched the prestigious title of World Luxury Car 2024 at the World Car Awards, reaffirming its position as a leader in the premium executive class. The announcement was made during the New York International Auto Show 2024, where the BMW 5 Series stood out among a competitive field of luxury cars that debuted in global markets over the past year.
The award-winning status of the BMW 5 Series was established through rigorous evaluations conducted by approximately 100 automotive journalists from 30 countries, forming the expert jury of the World Car Awards. The car impressed the jury with its blend of electrified powertrains, luxurious comfort for long-distance journeys, and cutting-edge digital innovations.
The BMW i5, a fully electric variant integrated into the BMW 5 Series model range, epitomises emission-free driving pleasure with its fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology. Equipped with highly integrated drive units and high-voltage batteries, the BMW i5 achieves an impressive range of up to 582km in the WLTP cycle, supported by rapid charging capabilities.
Notably, the BMW 5 Series lineup encompasses a range of electrified options, including plug-in hybrid systems and efficient petrol and diesel engines, all featuring the latest 48-volt mild hybrid technology. This versatility underscores BMW’s commitment to offering sustainable mobility solutions while maintaining exceptional performance and driving dynamics.
With this ninth title win at the World Car Awards, BMW continues its legacy of automotive excellence, adding to a distinguished list of accolades earned by the new BMW 5 Series. The recognition reflects BMW’s dedication to innovation and its ongoing pursuit of automotive advancement on a global scale.
BMW Malaysia unveiled its First-Ever All-Electric BMW i5 eDrive40 at the Premium Auto Care Expo (PACE) 2023. This launch marked a remarkable conclusion to the year, showcasing BMW Malaysia’s dedication to Electric Mobility and its ongoing commitment to enhancing the BMW i vehicle lineup.
The new i5’s headlights are adorned with vertical LED bars that give it an attractive appearance both during the day and at night. The kidney grille is a visually arresting focal point at the front of the car and takes stylistic cues from the legendary “Sharknose” design. When combined with the BMW Iconic Glow contour line, it gives off an eye-catching external look. The M high gloss Shadowline adds even more visual appeal to the entire design.
The sleek 21-inch BMW Individual 954 wheels in Bicolor Jet Black with mixed-size tyres balance the captivating car and provide a powerful visual impact. The luxury sedan has the seductive aspect of a coupe thanks to the seamless transition of the iconic Hofmeister kink, a distinguishing feature of the BMW 5 Series, to the back. The sleek LED taillights and adaptable LED headlights provide a unique visual element, providing a modern take on the traditional BMW 5 Series design.
The First-Ever All-Electric BMW i5 eDrive40 has a wheelbase of 2,995mm, a length is 5,060mm, a width is 1,900mm, and a height is 1,515mm. This has a 97mm longer, 32mm wider, 36mm taller, and 20mm wider wheelbase than its predecessor.
The First-Ever All-Electric BMW i5 eDrive40 is a thrilling addition to the legendary BMW 5 Series portfolio, representing a new era of driving excellence, luxury, and innovation. It boasts impressive power, delivering an exceptional maximum output of 340hp and an outstanding electric range of up to 582km (WLTP).
One of its unique features is the “Max Range” function, which enhances efficiency by 25 percent, while its peak torque of 430Nm in Sport Boost allows it to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in just 6.0 seconds. The Iconic Sounds Electric system, created by renowned film music composer Hans Zimmer, provides an auditory delight, adapting to the selected driving mode.
At the heart of it is an 83.9kWh high-voltage battery with advanced features like adaptive recuperation and intelligent heat pump technology. It offers high-powered charging capabilities with options for both DC and AC charging, providing rapid charging and convenient overnight charging.
Inside, the BMW Curved Display takes centre stage. This feature combines a 12.3-inch instrument panel with a 14.9-inch touchscreen Control Display, offering both intuitive interaction and fully digital communication through natural language and touch commands.
Enhancing the ambience of the cabin, the illuminated BMW Interaction Bar, initially introduced in the All-Electric BMW i7, extends across the dashboard. Combined with Ambient Lighting, it creates an unforgettable experience for drivers, allowing them to effortlessly control functions like air conditioning with just a touch.
Adding an extra layer of luxury to the interior is the Crafted Clarity glass application, featuring polished glass crystal elements. The Dark Silver M accent, in conjunction with the Aluminum Rhombicle trim, provides a sophisticated finishing touch to the cabin.
The car also offers wireless charging on the tray. The iDrive Controller and centre console elements have been thoughtfully redesigned to enhance their technological features while retaining their user-friendly characteristics.
The in-cabin experience is elevated further with the Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System, boasting 18 speakers and an amplifier output of 655 Watts. There is also a BMW Panorama glass roof, which expands at the top and includes an open-air feature that fills the interior with natural light.
BMW Malaysia is dedicated to expanding its charging network, ensuring that BMW owners enjoy a seamless EV ownership experience. The design features iconic BMW design elements and modern innovations. The interior is equipped with advanced technology, including the new BMW Operating System 8.5.
Safety and driver support technologies are a priority, with the introduction of Proactive Care, an integrated customer service system, and the comprehensive Driving Assistance Professional.
In addition to the Proactive Care system, the car is equipped with the comprehensive Driving Assistance Professional package as a standard feature. This package encompasses a wide array of safety and support technologies tailored to assist drivers during both long journeys and urban traffic. These features are designed to enhance driving comfort and safety and include:
Distance Control with Stop and Go function: This feature helps maintain a safe following distance from the vehicle ahead, even in stop-and-go traffic.
Steering and Lane Control Assistant: This system assists with steering and helps keep the car within the lane, thus enhancing driving comfort and safety.
Automatic Speed Limit Assist: This function helps drivers stay within speed limits by providing guidance and warnings regarding speed limits on the current road.
Route Control and Active Navigation Guidance: This feature helps plan the optimal route and provides active navigation guidance, making your journey more efficient.
Side Collision Protection: This technology is designed to detect potential side collisions and provide warnings or assistance to avoid such incidents.
Road Priority Warning: This function offers alerts and warnings about road conditions, helping you stay informed and safe during your travels.
Wrong-way Warning: This system provides alerts if you are heading the wrong way on a road, reducing the risk of entering a one-way road incorrectly.
Crossing-traffic Warning with braking function: This feature helps detect cross-traffic and can apply the brakes if a potential collision is detected, further enhancing safety at intersections and crossings.
To further enhance the driving experience, there are upholstery options available, such as the exclusive Leather Merino Black and Leather Merino Copper Brown. Redesigned sport seats are also standard. The First-Ever All-Electric BMW i5 eDrive40 is available in Black Sapphire Metallic, Mineral White Metallic, Brooklyn Grey Metallic, and Phytonic Blue Metallic as standard exterior colours.
The First-Ever All-Electric BMW i5 eDrive40 is priced at RM419,800. It can be owned with a financial program starting from RM 4,855.00 per month. BMW Malaysia offers a complete premium ownership experience for i5 eDrive40 owners, including a 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty, 8-Year/160,000km Battery Warranty and BMW Roadside Assistance.
For both the brand-new 5 Series and i5 models, BMW has developed a variety of M Performance Parts, addressing the needs of consumers who want to improve the appearance of their executive cars.
The external options include a front spoiler lip, side skirts, a three-part rear diffuser, and a rear boot lid spoiler for cars with the M Sport or M Sport Pro package. These parts are made of carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP), which makes them both light and strong. Also, available in CFRP material are optional extras like side mirror covers and an Aramid antenna cover.
Everyone is aware that China has a large enough market to warrant its own variations of current models. Just like China’s long-wheelbase Mercedes-Benz E-Class, they now get a more spacious BMW 5 Series.
For the first time, the BMW 5 Series Sedan will be available in China with both combustion engines and an all-electric variant, the BMW i5. BMW has been teasing an electric 5 series for more than six years, and last month the BMW i5’s official manufacturing started.
For more than six years, BMW has hinted at an electric 5 series, and now, the BMW i5‘s official production has begun. The BMW Group Plant Dingolfing, the largest European production facility for the manufacturer, is where the electric vehicle (EV) will be produced for now.
The BMW i5 is a mid-sized sedan that falls in the all-electric lineup between the i4 and i7 and will be offered alongside the petrol-powered 5-Series. The BMW 5 Series is now in its eighth generation and BMW anticipates a growth in EV manufacturing to over 40% in the upcoming year.
A unique kind of in-car gaming will be made available for the first time in the new BMW 5 Series thanks to a partnership between the BMW Group and the game platform AirConsole. While the car is still, the driver and passengers can spend the time by playing ‘casual games’. The AirConsole app will progressively be made available in other BMW automobiles in addition to the new BMW 5 Series that was just launched.
N-Dream AG is a Zurich-based firm that is revolutionising the video game business and is the creator of AirConsole. AirConsole is driving the advancement of casual gaming in automobiles in collaboration with BMW.
A special BMW i5 with a distinctive gaming aesthetic created by BMW Group Design is being unveiled in conjunction with the debut of the new BMW 5 Series. Technically and aesthetically, this livery turns the BMW 5 Series saloon into the ideal gaming station.
The i5 will be the sixth BMW model to carry the i badging when it is officially introduced later this year, but it is just as important as any other BMW.
The i5 is launching in conjunction with combustion-engined variants of the new 5 Series, with PHEVs to follow, and is arguably the biggest step for the 5 Series in more than fifty years. The 5 Series is an iconic nameplate with a rich and extensive history, with BMW having sold more than 10 million units over seven generations.
There was a time when carmakers tried very hard to prevent their prototypes from being seen and photographed. Back then, it was mainly professionals who hunted for the prototypes undergoing testing in remote places like the Arctic Circle, Death Valley (in America) and Africa. People like the Hans Lehmann, Brenda Priddy and the late Bob Dunne made a lot of money selling their pictures to magazines.
But with the advent of cameraphones and the possibility of anyone standing by the roadside taking a picture and then putting it on the internet where the whole world would see it, the thinking changed. And rather than let those people make money, the companies decided to exploit the attention by teasing the public with their own ‘spy shots’ of camouflaged cars.
