BMW 5 Series News in Malaysia

BMW Malaysia has announced the updated 2024 BMW i5 eDrive40 M Sport, with minor revision to its features and pricing. Starting with the latter, which has increased by RM 300, now priced at RM 420,100 (OTR without insurance, with the extended warranty and maintenance package). One of the key changes is an upgraded three-phase AC onboard charger, doubling its charging speed at 22 kW. DC charging remains at 205 kW, replenishing 80% of its 83.9 kWh battery in 34 minutes. As before, powering the BMW

Shaun

Mar 13, 2024

The all-new (G61) BMW 5 Series Touring has entered production in Dingolfing, Germany, marking a significant milestone for BMW whilst delivering an absolutely beautiful model for many BMW wagon fans. The G61 Touring also becomes the first model of its kind to offer 4 powertrains for a single model - petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid and full electric as well. Note that the (G60) BMW 5 Series sedan is only available as a petrol, PHEV and BEV(i5). Also read: All-new G60 2023 BMW 5 Series and i5 reveal

Arvind

Mar 6, 2024

The BMW Premium Selection (BPS) Showcase by BMW Malaysia is returning to the Bukit Jalil National Stadium this 1 - 3 March 2024. Up to 500 units of certified pre-owned BMW and MINI cars, as well as BMW Motorrad motorcycles will be on offer. Among the offers at the event are instant rebates of RM5,000 and up to 10% off Connected Drive upgrades. Instant financing pre-approval is also available, via BMW Engage by BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia. Certified pre-owned BMW and MINI vehicles come

Hans

Feb 20, 2024

BMW Group Malaysia delivered 15,012 units of BMW and MINI vehicles, including BMW Motorrad motorcycles. The figure is 3.8 percent higher than 2022. The group also ended the year as Malaysia’s No.1 premium automaker, for the fourth consecutive year. One third of the sales are financed by BMW Financial Services. Of the 15,000 total units delivered, the group’s namesake BMW brand contributed 11,699 cars, which is slightly lower than last year’s 11,800 units. MINI showed an impressive 42 percent gro

Hans

Jan 19, 2024

BMW Malaysia has launched the BMW i5 eDrive40, the all-electric (EV) version of the G60 2023 BMW 5 Series, which comes fully-imported (CBU) from Germany, priced at RM 419,800 (OTR without insurance, inclusive of the extended warranty and service package). As seen in the global reveal, the BMW i5 features vertical LED DRL graphics in the headlights, which are adaptive LED units, and an illuminated kidney grille. Also read: All-new G60 2023 BMW 5 Series and i5 revealed - MHEV, PHEV, EV, up to 601

Shaun

Nov 4, 2023

BMW has confirmed that it will be transitioning all its dealers in Europe into a unified agency-style, direct-to-customer sales model. Under the new approach, dealers, now known as retail partners, will no longer hold inventory of cars. As there is only one fixed price, customers won't need to compare discounts between dealers. Customers can enjoy full transparency on the currently available inventory nationwide and place their orders online. The retail partners will earn a fixed commission. The

Hans

Nov 1, 2023

Following the introduction of the all-new BMW 5 Series G60 with mild-hybrid powertrains and the all-electric BMW i5, the line-up has been completed with the latest introduction of two plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) models, the BMW 530e and the BMW 550e xDrive, with both set for a November 2023 launch in Europe before making its way to other markets. As the 8th generation of the world’s most successful business sedan, there’s a lot riding on the new 5 Series. BMW promises the PHEV variants will h

Dinesh

Oct 3, 2023

Previously, we’ve covered the SUVs that are likely to be launched in Malaysia by the end of this year. This time, we’re digging into the sedans as well as MPVs (non-EV) earmarked for a 2023 launch, starting with... 2023 Honda City facelift Earlier this year, Honda Malaysia revealed plans to introduce four models by 2023. Among these is the 2023 Honda City facelift, which has already been launched in Thailand and Vietnam. One of the most significant changes of the facelift model is the standard i

Shaun

Jul 10, 2023

With a heritage stretching over 50 years, the transcendent BMW 5 Series has come to epitomise style, elegance and driving performance in the executive sedan category. As we celebrate the debut of the 8th-generation (G60) BMW 5 Series, which introduces a fully electric variant for the first time, let's take a look back at all generations of the ultimate business sedan. Also read: All-new G60 2023 BMW 5 Series and i5 revealed - MHEV, PHEV, EV, up to 601 PS/820 Nm First Generation (1972-1981) - E12

Arvind

May 29, 2023

We've seen the leaks, and now the BMW i5 has been officially introduced alongside the all-new G60 2023 BMW 5 Series. Like the BMW i7 and iX1, the all-electric (EV) i5 is integrated in to the 5 Series range and will be going against the likes of the Mercedes-Benz EQE. Let’s start with the BMW i5. All variants get an 81.2-kWh battery pack that gives a driving range of 477 to 582 km in the WLTP test cycle. The BMW i5 M60 xDrive features two electric motors, placed on the front and rear axles to mak

Shaun

May 24, 2023