The 5-series has long been regarded as BMW’s middle-child sedan, providing the ideal balance of size between a 7-series and the 3-series that are the ultra-luxury and stiff-sporty models respectively. The all new 5-series has been redesigned from the ground up to square up against rivals from Audi, Genesis and Mercedes-Benz. The redesign unveiled today sees the 5-series and the all-electric i5 variant that are identical similar to the 7-series and i7.


For 2024, there will only be two 5-series models available: the 530i and 540i. The 530i has a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with a 255-hp turbocharger and may be had with rear- or all-wheel drive. The 375 horsepower inline-six and all-wheel drive are standard on the 540i. An additional 48-volt hybrid system is used with both. According to BMW, the 540i should have enough power to reach 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. For the 2025 model year, a plug-in hybrid powertrain is predicted to be available.


While genuine leather upholstery remains an option, BMW has included a vegan-friendly option called Veganza this time around. The Premium package adds a heated steering wheel, a head-up display, and more; and the Executive package adds the panoramic glass roof as well as power rear sunshade, glass interior controls, and an interior camera.


Every 5-series variant includes a sizable curved digital panel with a 14.9-inch touchscreen for the infotainment system and a 12.3-inch reconfigurable gauge display. All variants come equipped with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a Harman/Kardon audio system, and a video game console BMW calls AirConsole that can only be used while the car is parked. A head-up display is an option.


The 5-series is equipped with the typical driver-assistance technologies, such as automated emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring, as standard equipment; however, more sophisticated functions, such as BMW’s Highway Assistant hands-free driving mode, are only available as options.

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