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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Eurokars Group has just unveiled its prestigious new headquarters, the Eurokars Centre, and it’s not your run-of-the-mill building; rather, it’s an eight-story marvel worth a cool S$106 million.

This place is set to be the regional headquarters for the Eurokars Group, and the nerve center for Eurokars’ executives.

Nestled within is now the largest Rolls-Royce showroom in the Asia-Pacific region, and the first-ever BMW Eurokars Experience Centre in the Lion City.

The facility also holds dedicated workshops for boutique supercar brands Pagani and McLaren.

Double the size of the old center, these service bays boasts the latest diagnostic tools, and Pagani owners get the royal treatment with a ‘Flying Doctor’ service. 

Step inside and you’re immediately greeted by a symphony of luxury on the first floor. The entrance is modeled after Rolls-Royce’s iconic Pantheon grille, crowned by the Spirit of Ecstasy herself.

The Cabinet of Curiosities beckons with luxury items and iconic books, and there’s the Speakeasy bar at the back – a hidden gem for clients to unwind.

Rolls-Royce also has a full Atelier on display. It’s a private haven where dreams are born – samples of materials, wood veneers, leather, and embroidery threads, all conspiring to help clients visualize their dream Rolls-Royce. Modern virtual reality tech also lets them see their dream ride come to life digitally.

Zipping up to the second floor is where the BMW Eurokars Experience Centre resides. The space is rocking the new BMW Retail Next Concept, creating a haven for BMW enthusiasts. 

The existing BMW facilities at 29 Leng Kee Road will be getting a facelift in 2024, as will the Mini Habitat showroom, the McLaren Singapore showroom and Pagani Singapore experience center.

Additionally, by the first quarter of 2024, the BMW Eurokars Auto Service Factory at 27A Tanjong Penjuru will be operational, catering to the west side’s BMW customers.

Photo Credits: Eurokars Group

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