bmw Recently teased the upcoming i5 all-electric sedan for the first time at its annual conference 2023. The 8th-gen 5 Series will be accompanied by its electric version, the i5 which will be launched globally in the first half of 2024.
The teaser image shows the same silhouette with illuminated DRLs under the curtain with a caption, “boasts a fresh interpretation of its signature elegantly sporting design”.
The luxury carmaker is working towards launching the 8th-gen BMW 5 Series in the international market in October 2023. In addition to the i5 version, next generation bmw 5 series The petrol will also be available in diesel, mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrain options.
In terms of dimensions, the upcoming BMW 5 Series will be bigger than its predecessor. On the inside, the 8th-generation BMW 5 Series will get a new Operating System 8.5 with a curved display for the infotainment system and digital driver’s display. BMW i5 under the hood electric sedan The carmaker says that the BMW i4 is expected to share the powertrain with the M50i.

Powering the All-Electric bmw i5 There is likely to be a bigger battery than the i4 which will offer a range of 590 km (WLTP). The next-generation BMW 5 Series will be launched globally in October 2023, followed by its India launch. We are hopeful that the BMW i5 electric sedan will make its way to the Indian market as well.
Currently, the BMW 5 Series is priced between Rs 65.40 lakh to Rs 74.50 lakh in India (both prices are ex-showroom), the 8th generation BMW 5 Series will be priced higher than the older generation 5 Series.
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