BMW Asia recently announced the arrival of the first-ever BMW i5 Touring in Singapore.
Since its debut at the 1991 Frankfurt Motor Show, the BMW 5 Series Touring has been synonymous with modern functionality. Now, this model enters a new era with its first all-electric variant.
The all-new BMW i5 Touring, like its sedan counterpart, is built on a flexible drive architecture at the BMW Group plant in Dingolfing. Remarkably, only around 620 grams of residual waste are produced per vehicle, with the electricity used for production coming entirely from renewable sources.
The BMW i5 Touring’s 2-box design is highlighted by a long roofline, a gently sloping rear, and dynamically stretched side windows.
Measuring 5,060 millimetres in length, 1,900 millimetres in width, and 1,515 millimetres in height, with a wheelbase of 2,995 millimetres, the i5 Touring’s front end boasts a modern interpretation of the typical BMW grille, featuring the BMW Iconic Glow contour lighting.
The interior of the BMW i5 Touring features a new BMW Curved Display (consisting of a 12.3-inch Information Display and a 14.9-inch Control Display), steering wheel, and sports seats. The cabin’s progressive premium ambience is reflected in the standard BMW Interaction Bar, a fully vegan interior, and innovative digital services.
The wagon body shape translates to abundant shoulder room in the front and generous leg, shoulder, and elbow room in the rear.
The boot has a capacity of 570 litres, which can be increased to 1,700 litres by fully folding down the rear seat backrest.
The BMW i5 eDrive40 Touring is powered by an electric motor located in the rear axle, generating 250 kW (340 hp) and 400 Nm.
It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds, with a range of up to 548 kilometres. The vehicle’s high-voltage battery has a usable energy content of 81.2 kWh.
With the longest wheelbase in its segment, large track widths, and a 50:50 axle load distribution, the vehicle claims to offer optimal conditions for a dynamic driving experience.
BMW Asia offers comprehensive charging solutions for BMW EV customers in Singapore, including a home charging package with a BMW Wallbox and a public charging package with a subscription of 10,000 kWh over three years at Shell Recharge stations. The BMW Wallbox provides fast home charging at a rate of up to 22 kW, while BMW Charging gives drivers access to a large network of public charging stations across Singapore.
The BMW i5 Touring can also stay up to date with the latest software through Remote Software Upgrades. Customers can also test selected functions free of charge for a period of one month and then book them for a specific term.
Lars Nielsen, Managing Director of BMW Group Asia, shared: “The first-ever BMW i5 Touring is an extraordinary addition to our lineup that our fans in Singapore have eagerly awaited. Its popular touring body type makes it a hot new entry in our electric range, expanding choices for our customers.”
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