New BMW 5 Series LWB bookings open tomorrow
German automaker BMW announced that it will open the order book for the 5 Series Long Wheelbase (LWB) in India tomorrow, on Saturday, 22 June at noon. The saloon recently made its debut in the country ahead of its launch on 24 July. BMW will produce the new generation 5 Series LWB at its Chennai facility. Notably, customers will be able to reserve their new 5 Series from tomorrow at their nearest BMW showroom or via the BMW official website. India will be the first market to get the right-hand drive version of the long wheelbase saloon.
The brand had showcased the 5 Series LWB alongside the electric i5 for the Chinese market in late 2023. These extended wheelbase versions promise more legroom and enhanced rear-seat comfort.
While the 5 Series LWB features design identical to the standard 5 Series, a few elements set them apart. For instance, the 5 Series LWB keeps the illuminated kidney grille, but with a new new bronze-finished frame. This bronze highlights also extends to the window frames, wheels, and bumpers. Additionally, the C-pillar, famously known as the Hofmeister kink, gets an engraved and illuminated "5" numeric. This comes in white for the 5 Series LWB and serene blue in the i5.
The addition of interior refinements distinguishes the long wheelbase 5 Series as a saloon suitable for chauffeur-driven transportation. Complementing the unique exterior accents are door panels with bronze insets. With primary focus on the rear-seat comfort, the 5 Series LWB benefits from a variety of new features, such as the BMW Theater Screen â€" 31.1-inch curved 8K display with 5G support.
New BMW 5 Series LWB: Features
Other features include a Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system, four-zone temperature control, upgraded rear seats with distinctive leather upholstery and headrest cushions, and a fresh dual-tone theme. It also carries over the BMW Curved Display comprising a 12.3-inch driver display and a 14.9-inch central information hub, and crafted clarity glass controls, among others.
New BMW 5 Series LWB: Engine specificationsThe engine details for the India-spec model are scarce at the moment. But we expect the automaker to provide 2.0-litre petrol and diesel engine choices. In fact, the 530Li has already been showcased in the country with different tyres.
New BMW 5 Series LWB: Price & Rivals
The prices of the previous generation model ranged between Rs 65.38 lakh and Rs 74.49 lakh (ex-showroom). However, the upcoming eight-gen 5 Series LWB might see a price hike with new prices starting from Rs 67-69 lakh and going up to 76-77 lakh. Upon launch, it will rival the Audi A6, Volvo S90, and the upcoming all-new Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB.
Also read
New-gen Skoda Kodiaq spotted in India ahead of launch
New Bentley Continental GT Speed set to debut on 25 June