Munich. Additions to the line-up of drive methods and the vary of optionally available extras are set to additional enhance the enchantment and variety of the BMW product vary from spring 2024. The BMW i5 Sedan and BMW iX2 absolutely electrical fashions will every be obtainable from March 2024 with an extra drive system variant. The drive system choices for the BMW X2 and BMW XM have additionally been expanded. The revolutionary Highway Assistant will convey elevated consolation ranges over longer journeys to extra of the model’s mannequin sequence. And further exterior paint finishes shall be supplied for the BMW 5 Series Sedan, BMW X2 and BMW iX2. Customers will even be capable to order the enterprise sedan with new variants of the BMW Individual Merino leather-based trim.

Attractive new options will even be launched in spring 2024 within the space of digital companies. These embody simpler use of the voice assistant Siri (as a part of the combination of the Apple iPhone into automobiles specified with BMW Operating System 9), and the optimised show of scores for charging stations for absolutely electrical and plug-in hybrid BMW fashions. The regular enlargement of the vary of features for the My BMW App additionally continues.

BMW i5 xDrive40: third absolutely electrical variant of the enterprise sedan.

A 3rd absolutely electrical variant shall be added to the brand new BMW 5 Series Sedan line-up in March 2024. The new BMW i5 xDrive40 Sedan (electrical energy consumption, mixed: 20.0 – 17.2 kWh/100 km within the WLTP cycle) has two extremely built-in electrical drive items on the entrance and rear axle which collectively develop a system output of as much as 290 kW/394 hp and peak torque of 590 Nm (435 lb-ft). Underpinned by the resultant electrical all-wheel drive, the BMW i5 xDrive40 Sedan accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.4 seconds. Its prime pace is restricted to 215 km/h (134 mph).

The third absolutely electrical mannequin variant of the brand new enterprise sedan shops its power in a high-voltage battery positioned deep within the automobile flooring. The battery delivers 81.2 kWh of usable power. The automobile’s Combined Charging Unit allows AC charging at a fee of 11 kW as normal and 22 kW as an possibility. And it additionally permits DC charging at fast-charging stations at as much as 205 kW. This means the vary of the BMW i5 xDrive40 Sedan may be elevated by 156 kilometres (97 miles) within the house of ten minutes. The likewise normal Plug & Charge Multi Contract perform allows computerized authentication of the automobile at public charging factors. The vary of the brand new BMW i5 xDrive40 Sedan as calculated within the WLTP cycle is 463 – 538 kilometres (288 – 334 miles).

Additional exterior paint finishes may be specified for all mannequin variants of the brand new BMW 5 Series Sedan from March 2024. The spectrum of colors will now additionally embody the BMW Individual Frozen Portimao Blue metallic and BMW Individual Malachite Green metallic variants. At the identical time, the enterprise sedan will even be supplied with extraordinarily unique BMW Individual particular paint finishes. BMW Individual has provide you with round 150 eye-catching shades (stable, metallic and matt) for this product space. All BMW Individual particular paint finishes stand out with their spectacular depth of color and distinctive lustre. Customers can unlock an summary of the variants for the brand new BMW 5 Series Sedan utilizing the BMW Individual Visualizer, which may be accessed through a hyperlink within the automobile configurator.

Added to which, additional variants of the seat and inside surfaces for the brand new BMW 5 Series Sedan are additionally obtainable. If the optionally available consolation seats have been specified, the BMW Individual Merino leather-based trim can be specified within the bi-colour variants Dark Violet/Atlas Grey and Taupe Grey/Atlas Grey from March 2024.

New entry-level variant for the BMW iX2; launch of the BMW X2 xDrive20d.

BMW’s present mannequin offensive within the space of electrical mobility additionally brings further selection to the premium compact phase. A brand new entry-level variant of the absolutely electrical BMW iX2 will go on sale in March 2024. The new BMW iX2 eDrive20 (electrical energy consumption, mixed: 16.9 – 15.3 kWh/100 km within the WLTP cycle) takes a very economical path to delivering domestically emission-free driving pleasure in a compact Sports Activity Coupé (SAC). Powered by a 150 kW/204 hp electrical motor on the entrance axle, it sprints from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.6 seconds and posts a variety of 439 – 478 kilometres (273 – 297 miles) within the WLTP cycle. Its prime pace is restricted to 170 km/h (106 mph).

The high-voltage battery within the new BMW iX2 eDrive20 serves up 64.78 kWh of usable power and may be charged from AC sources at 11 kW as normal and as much as 22 kW as an possibility. DC charging is feasible at as much as 130 kW. Thanks to extraordinarily environment friendly charging software program and predictive warmth administration functionality, temporary stops are sufficient to considerably enhance the battery cost. In ten minutes hooked as much as a fast-charging station, the BMW iX2 eDrive20 can tackle enough power to spice up its vary by 120 kilometres (75 miles). The BMW iX2 eDrive20 can be outfitted for utilizing the Plug & Charge Multi Contract perform as normal.

Lining up alongside the brand new entry-level variant of the BMW iX2 is the brand new BMW X2 xDrive20d (gasoline consumption, mixed: 5.2 – 4.8 litres/100 km [54.3 – 58.9 mpg imp]; CO₂ emissions, mixed: 136 – 125 g/km within the WLTP cycle). The second diesel variant of the compact SAC is distinguished by much more speedy energy supply and even better effectivity courtesy of 48V gentle hybrid expertise. Its 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine hyperlinks up with an electrical motor built-in into the seven-speed Steptronic transmission with double clutch. The motor serves as a crankshaft-driven starter generator and might each ease the load on the diesel engine and act in unison with it. The drive system develops most output of 120 kW/163 hp (developed by the mix of the combustion engine with as much as 110 kW/150 hp and the electrical motor with as much as 14 kW/19 hp) and peak torque of 400 Nm / 295 lb-ft (developed by the mix of the combustion engine with as much as 360 Nm / 265 lb-ft and the electrical motor with as much as 55 Nm / 41 lb-ft), all of which is channelled to the highway through the clever all-wheel-drive system BMW xDrive. This permits the BMW X2 xDrive20d to speed up from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.6 seconds. Top pace is 207 km/h (129 mph).

From March 2024, all mannequin variants of the brand new BMW X2 and new BMW iX2 will even be obtainable with an expanded vary of exterior paint finishes. Frozen Black metallic is a brand new addition to the choice.

BMW XM 50e: excessive efficiency with most effectivity.

As the newest offshoot of the primary ever electrified high-performance mannequin from BMW M GmbH, the brand new BMW XM 50e (gasoline consumption, mixed: 1.7 – 1.3 litres/100 km [166.2 – 217.3 mpg imp]; electrical energy consumption, mixed: 32.2 – 31.5 kWh/100 km; CO₂ emissions, mixed: 37 – 30 g/km within the WLTP cycle) blends signature M dynamism, extrovert design and progressive inside luxurious with most effectivity. Its M HYBRID drive system consists of a six-cylinder in-line petrol engine and an electrical motor built-in, along with its energy electronics, into the eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission. This mixture produces system output of 350 kW/476 hp (developed by the mix of the combustion engine with as much as 230 kW/313 hp and the electrical motor with as much as 145 kW/197 hp) and most system torque of 700 Nm / 516 lb-ft (developed by the mix of the combustion engine with as much as 450 Nm / 332 lb-ft and the electrical motor with as much as 280 Nm / 206 lb-ft).

The newest model of the three.0-litre combustion engine fitted within the BMW XM 50e owes its enhanced efficiency traits amongst different issues to the Miller combustion cycle, twin injection, an exhaust manifold built-in into the cylinder head and VANOS variable camshaft timing, which now works electrically. The electrical motor has a pre-gearing stage patented by BMW, which permits the efficient torque on the transmission enter for the motor to be elevated to 450 Nm (332 lb-ft). The prime pace of the high-performance mannequin – which can be outfitted with the all-wheel-drive system M xDrive – is an electronically restricted 250 km/h (155 mph). Thanks to an electrical vary of 77 – 83 kilometres (48 – 52 miles) within the WLTP cycle, the BMW XM 50e can cowl a lot of its on a regular basis mileage – e.g. in city centres – with zero native emissions. And it can be pushed on electrical energy alone past the town limits at speeds of as much as 140 km/h (87 mph).

The best model of the brand new M HYBRID system comes along with the extraordinary presence of the unmistakable high-performance mannequin within the Sports Activity Vehicle phase. The model-specific design options of the brand new variant embody the black accent band alongside the edges of the automobile, plus a encompass for the BMW kidney grille and trim detailing for the rear diffuser (each in Pearl-effect Chrome), exhaust tailpipe trim in Black high-gloss and silver-coloured bordering for the mannequin badge. Customers wishing to convey an additional private contact to the inside of their new BMW XM 50e – which additionally presents a novel mixture of contemporary sports activities automobile aptitude and indulgent luxurious with its M-specific cockpit, M multifunction seats, sculptural headliner and M Lounge within the rear compartment – can specify options together with unique Vintage leather-based for the higher part of the instrument panel and door trim panels.

Highway Assistant: revolutionary Level 2 performance for extra fashions.

Relaxed journey over lengthy distances and a powerful expertise of semi-automated driving are the specialities of the Highway Assistant, which made its debut within the new BMW 5 Series Sedan and is now additionally obtainable for different present BMW fashions.

As an extra perform of the Steering and Lane Control Assistant included within the optionally available Driving Assistant Professional, the Highway Assistant takes over the automobile’s pace management, distance management and steering on motorways with structurally separated carriageways when travelling at as much as 135 km/h (84 mph). The driver can take their arms off the steering wheel and put them in a cushty place, offered they proceed to concentrate to what’s occurring on the highway and are in a position to take over the steering once more at any time. This Level 2 – as decided by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) – semi-automated driving perform will even be obtainable for the BMW 7 Series luxurious sedan, BMW iX, BMW XM, BMW X5, BMW X6 and BMW X7 from spring 2024.

The Active Lane Change Assistant with eye affirmation included as a part of the brand new Highway Assistant provides one other layer to the semi-automated driving expertise. As quickly because the visitors state of affairs permits, it’s able to performing the required steering actions for an overtaking manoeuvre, for instance, and adjusting the automobile’s pace as required. Plus, for the primary time, the driving force is ready to provoke a lane change advised by this method by merely trying within the exterior mirror to verify it.

New digital companies, My BMW App with further features.

Among the digital companies obtainable for the primary time from spring 2024 is the prolonged smartphone integration for automobiles outfitted with BMW Operating System 9. This allows the Siri voice assistant for the Apple iPhone to be activated instantly by voice command and with no need to additionally press the push-to-talk button. Elsewhere, the cloud-based navigation system BMW Maps now boasts improved show of knowledge on charging stations. The obtainable photographs and scores are proven each within the listing of search outcomes and within the detailed show. The charging station scores will now be proven clearly on a scale of zero to 5 stars. 

Added to which, in quite a few European international locations the BMW iDrive show and management/operation system in lots of present fashions additionally allows digital cost of parking charges and – in Germany – additionally gasoline top-ups from contained in the automobile. As with cost of parking charges, this makes use of the bank card data pre-stored within the automobile apps.

As a common digital interface for knowledge alternate between the client and their automobile, the My BMW App presents an ever-expanding variety of features. From spring 2024, Comfort Access with the BMW Digital Key Plus shall be built-in into the My BMW App in automobiles outfitted with BMW Operating System 8, 8.5 or 9. In addition, the map view for choosing navigation locations imported into the automobile has been newly designed. This additionally improves the search perform and the visibility of probably the most related content material. Map and routing features will in future be proposed based mostly on present automobile or person contexts.

Finally, the brand new E-mobility Analysis perform will even be added to the My Trips menu merchandise within the My BMW App. Based on the client’s driving behaviour, this perform proposes the BMW mannequin with all-electric drive system most suited to them. These suggestions are supposed to assist spark curiosity amongst customers of combustion-engined automobiles in switching to an electrical automobile.

^{* All new fashions because of enter manufacturing in March 2024.
All figures referring to gasoline/electrical energy consumption and emissions are provisional.}

^{All of the said mannequin variants, tools options, technical knowledge and gasoline/electrical energy consumption and emissions figures relate to the providing within the German market.}

^{Official gasoline consumption, CO2 emissions, electrical energy consumption and electrical vary figures have been decided based mostly on the prescribed measurement process in accordance with European Regulation (EC) 2007/715 within the model relevant. Where a variety is proven, the WLTP figures keep in mind the affect of any optionally available extras.}

^{Only official figures based mostly on the WLTP process can be found for brand spanking new fashions which have been sort examined since 01.01.2021. In addition, in line with EU Regulation 2022/195, the NEDC values will not be included within the EC certificates of conformity as of 01.01.2023. Further data on the WLTP and NEDC measurement procedures can be discovered at www.bmw.de/wltp.}

^{Further data on official gasoline consumption figures and particular CO2 emission values of recent passenger automobiles is included within the following guideline: ‘Leitfaden über den Kraftstoffverbrauch, die CO2-Emissionen und den Stromverbrauch neuer Personenkraftwagen ‘ (Guide to the gasoline economic system, CO2 emissions and electrical energy consumption of recent passenger automobiles), which may be obtained freed from cost from all dealerships, from Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760 Ostfildern-Scharnhausen and at https://www.dat.de/co2.}

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