All-new BMW M5 launched in India at Rs 1.99 crore

The front-end view of the all-new BMW M5 is shaped by a modern take on the signature BMW twin headlights and BMW kidney grille. The standard Adaptive LED Headlights bring a modern, pared-back look to the brand typical four-eyed face. The newly designed BMW M kidney grille is finished in Black high gloss and almost entirely enclosed. A single M-typical double-bar bearing an M5 badge runs across the grille. The puristic design approach here enables a fresh aesthetic, which is presented to characterful effect by the black surround and BMW Iconic Glow contour lighting fitted as standard. Pronounced wheel arch extensions and the sculptural surfaces around the BMW M kidney grille, headlights and air intakes create a visually striking appearance.

The side frame of the body, including the front and rear wheel arches, has been completely redesigned for the high-performance model. The embossed M5 logo in the rearmost section of the side window surround with standard M High-gloss Shadow Line trim brings an extra touch of individuality. The matt recessing stands out clearly from the surface of the Hofmeister kink. Standard specification also includes the M Carbon Roof, which reduces vehicle weight by more than 30 kilograms compared with models with the panoramic glass sunroof. It lowers the car’s centre of gravity and gives the silhouette of the all-new BMW M5 an even lower-slung look.

The M Carbon roof is part of the M Carbon exterior package, which also includes exterior mirror caps and a rear spoiler made from the same lightweight, high-tech material. Alternatively, customers can specify their BMW M5 with the panoramic glass sunroof which is designed as a body-mounted module. It extends in a single section from just behind the windscreen almost as far as the rear window and floods the interior with light.

Prominently flared wheel arches also determine the character of the rear end. They accentuate the width and muscular stature of the all-new BMW M5, an impression reinforced by the vertical reflectors positioned at the outer edges of the rear. An M rear spoiler and a two-section diffuser are on hand to optimize airflow around the body. In addition, the familiar M twin exhaust tailpipes – here in Black Chrome – are integrated into the rear apron. The M light alloy wheels measure 20 inches (285/40 ZR20) at the front and 21 inches (295/35 ZR21) at the back, lending the vehicle an impressive look. The driver’s braking requests are executed by the standard-fitted M Compound brakes or optional M Carbon ceramic brakes.

 A newly designed M leather steering wheel in three-spoke design with a flat-bottomed rim, decorative stitching in BMW M GmbH colours and a red centre marker in the 12-o’clock position brings extra intensity to the racing car feeling of the cockpit. Red M1/M2 buttons are available for quick access to saved custom vehicle set-ups. With the M Drive Professional option, the left gearshift paddle is marked “BOOST”. If the customer specifies the optional M Drive Professional, they can also make use of TRACK mode. Other features of M Drive Professional include the M Laptimer and the Boost Control function, which enables extremely rapid bursts of speed when travelling at between 30 and 150 km/h.

Pulling on the left-hand shift paddle for more than one second prompts all the powertrain and chassis systems to be switched to their sportiest setting. When the driver then pushes down hard on the accelerator, the car accelerates without delay and with great force and dynamic flair. The control panel on the centre console of the new BMW M5 houses a model-specific composition of buttons which can be used to tailor the driving experience to individual preferences in a variety of ways. The Setup button provides direct access to the configuration of the drive system, Drivelogic, chassis, steering, braking system and M xDrive, as well as the intensity of brake energy recuperation. A newly designed M leather steering wheel, the standard M multifunction seats and the BMW Curved Display convey a sense of cutting-edge sporting presence.

The M-specific interior illumination – including ambient lighting and the BMW Interaction Bar – creates an exclusive atmosphere across all five seats. The control panel on the centre console houses the red start/stop button, the newly designed gear selector lever, the BMW Controller, the roller control for the audio and the M-specific buttons for the setup options. The M multifunction seats with illuminated M5 logo add a motorsport touch. With their numerous adjustment options, they adapt perfectly to the body and offer ideal support in fast corners. The Anthracite headliner adds to the exclusive ambience inside the car. The standard Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system with 18 speakers and 655-watt amplifier treats the driver and passengers in all seats to a soundscape of beguiling clarity.

The combination of a high-revving V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology and an electric motor, plus power transfer courtesy of an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic and the M xDrive all-wheel-drive system gives drivers a new experience of the performance with which M models have made their name. A model-specific version of the M HYBRID system gives the all-new BMW M5 maximum output of 535 kW (727 hp) and peak system torque of 1,000 Nm. The combustion engine delivers up to 430 kW (585 hp) and a maximum torque of 750 Nm while, the electric drive system generates a peak output of 145 kW (197 hp) and a maximum torque of 280 Nm. The eight-cylinder unit is the largest contributor to the M HYBRID system and delivers its maximum output from 5,600 to 6,500 rpm and has a rev limit of 7,200 rpm. A high voltage 18.6 kW lithium-ion battery is situated in the underbody. It delivers a pure-electric driving range of up to 69 kms (WLTP).

The fourth generation 8 - speed M Steptronic transmission delivers smooth gear shifts and top levels of power delivery and shift comfort as well as impressive efficiency. Three driving modes can be selected using the M Hybrid button on the centre console. Hybrid default setting for intelligently controlled interplay of the combustion engine and electric motor maximises efficiency or performance depending on the requirement.

BMW Operating System 8.5 in the all-new BMW M5 offers a wider range of digital content for information and entertainment, faster update cycles for functions, improved information on charging points for electric vehicles and optimised access to many specific online services. The display and control system expanded to include the BMW Head-Up Display in conjunction with the BMW Live Cockpit Professional. The advanced display and operating system offers a redesigned entry screen and "QuickSelect” access with an improved menu structure oriented towards consumer electronics devices. The new entry screen permanently shows the map view of the navigation system or other displays that can be individually configured. The cloud-based navigation system BMW Maps now not only offers an Augmented View display on the Information Display behind the steering wheel, but also improved functions for even more precise and charging station optimised navigation.

BMW EfficientDynamics includes features such as BMW eDrive technology, Electric power Steering, Hybrid-specific Auto Start-Stop, BMW Efficient Lightweight, Active air flap control, efficiency -optimised all-wheel drive.

BMW Safety technologies include airbags, Antilock Braking System (ABS), M Dynamic Mode (MDM), Attentiveness Assistance, M Sport differential networked with Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), Active Roll Stabilisation with Active Roll Comfort, Performance Control, electric parking brake with auto hold, electronic vehicle immobilizer and crash sensor and ISOFIX child seat mounting.