BMW 5 Series

BMW Malaysia has enlarged their BMW 5 Series family by introducing 2 new sibling-variants: 530i M Sport and 530e Sport. And now the 5 Series family has totally 4 available variants: 2019 520i Luxury, 2019 530e Sport, 2019 530e M Sport and 2019 530i M Sport.

With a price range from RM 328,800 to RM 372,800, BMW 5 Series is now fiercely competing against Lexus ES, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Volvo S90, and Jaguar XF.

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2019 BMW 5 Series Gallery

Design

The new BMW 5 Series is now equipped with muscular body contours and an elegant coupé-like silhouette that redefine success. For the first time ever, the definitive kidney grille and headlights are directly linked making the new BMW 5 Series, the sportiest business sedan of its generation. In the M Sport package, the passion for dynamism is clearly at the forefront. Powerful air inlets, for instance, lend the front apron an eye-catching presence.

Dimensions

Lighting

The BMW 5 Series has equipped the Auto Headlights, Daytime Running Lights, LED Combination Tail lamps, Front & Rear Fog lamps, Map Lights and Ambient Lights (11 colours) for all variants. But the headlamps are different in various variants:

Wheels

Only 520i Luxury is wrapped around 245/45R18 tyres, other variants are wrapped around 245/40R29 Front Tyres and 275/35R19 Rear Tyres.

Dashboard

The BMW 5 Series’s dashboard is wrapped by the Black Dakota Leather and is now loaded with the Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System in its Front Air-con and there are 2 cup holders in its dashboard. Besides, you can also have a multi-function steering wheel with tilt and telescopic electric adjustments.

Instrument Cluster

There is a Full LCD Monitor loaded as the instrument cluster with the navigation display.

Space and Practicality

As a C-segment sedan, the BMW 5 Series can offer you lots of headroom and legroom inside due to its large exterior dimensions. And there are totally 4 cup holders inside the cabin, 2 at the front and 2 at the rear. And there is also centre armrest inside.

Boot

For 2019 BMW 5 Series 530e Sport and 2019 BMW 5 Series 530e M Sport, there are 410 litres in boot volume. As for the 2019 BMW 5 Series 520i Luxury and 2019 BMW 5 Series 530i M Sport, the boot volume is 530 litres.

2019 BMW 5 Series Specs and Features

Safety Features

BMW 5 Series is quite safe-reliable because it has managed to score a 5-star safety rating in the Euro NCAP. Here is the list of its safety features:

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• Autonomous Emergency Braking (not including 520i Luxury)
• ABS / EBD
• Blind Spot Info System (not including 520i Luxury)
• Collision Warning
• ISOFIX

Comfort Features

There are 3 power sockets in total: 1 Front, 1 Centre Armrest, and 2 Rear. Also, there are Front & Rear parking sensor and cameras, auto parking, cruise control, and hill start assist loaded for assisting.

Infotainment

For the instrument cluster, the BMW 5 Series offers a 10.25’’ touchscreen with 12 Speakers for all variants.

Engine

The BMW 5 Series is powered by the 2.0L, Hybrid/Petrol, 4 Cylinder Inline, DOHC engine with the aspiration form of Twin-scroll Turbo.

Transmission

All variants are equipped with the 8-speed automatic transmission.

Drivetrain

The BMW 5 Series is equipped with the rear wheel drive driving system.

Acceleration

Only the 520i Luxury variant acquires 7.7 seconds from 0-100 km/h. The rest 3 variants only need 6.2 seconds to reach 100 km/h.

Engine Performance

Thanks to more lightweight materials, the new BMW 5 Series weighs in at up to 100 kilograms less than its predecessor. With the help of its light weight, the powerful engine could offer the driver great driving dynamics.

Transmission Performance

The transmission performance is as good as always because it can offer a smooth gear-switching experience.

Steering and Handling

The Driving Experience Control offers the driver the choice between the standard COMFORT mode, ECO PRO Mode, geared towards efficiency, and SPORT mode. The new interactive function, BMW Adaptive Mode continuously adjusts the BMW Dynamic Damper Control, the steering and the steptronic transmission to suit the current driving situation.

Sound Proofing

The sound proofing of BMW 5 Series could be considered as a benchmark in its segment.

Passenger Comfort

The seats on the BMW 5 Series are wrapped by full leather so the passengers could have a comfortable sitting experience during the drive.

Fuel Consumption

BMW 5 Series is a suitable car for both family and business use with a price range from RM 328,800 to RM 372,800. It not only offers you massive inner space, but also offers you lots of driving fun.