The all-new seventh-generation BMW 5 Series has launched in Australia with a bump in price across the range compared to the previous model.
The four-tier line-up commences from $93,900 plus on-road costs for the range-opening turbo diesel 520d. The new pricing represents a hike of over $10,000 compared to the model it replaces but BMW justifies the premium with a boost in standard equipment level that is said to be worth around $15,500.
Propelled by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbodiesel producing 140kW and 400Nm of torque, the 520d launches from zero to 100km/h in 7.5 seconds, with an average claimed fuel consumption of 4.3L/100km.
The improved features list includes 18-inch wheels, keyless entry, leather upholstery, Navigation Professional through a 10.25-inch display, head-up display and wireless phone charging.
The 530i, which replaces the 528i, slots in the middle of the range at $108,900 plus ORCs – an increase of almost $10,000. It is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine delivering 185kW and 350Nm of torque. It will hit 100km/h from a standstill in a claimed 6.2 seconds, while returning a combined fuel consumption of 5.8L/100km.
Standard equipment in the 530i includes an M Sport Package, 19-inch wheels, powered tailgate, adaptive LED headlights, dynamic dampers, 12.3-inch multi-function display and 16-speaker Harman Kardon sound system.
The upper-spec diesel variant arrives in the form of the 530d priced from $119,900 plus ORCs with equipment levels matching the 530i. Power comes from a 3.0-litre six-cylinder diesel that generates 195kW and 620Nm of torque. It will accomplish 0-100km/h in a claimed 5.7 seconds, while combined consumption is rated at 4.5L/100km.
The range-topping variant at launch is the $136,900 plus ORCs 540i, which uses a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline six with 250kW and 450Nm of torque. It will do 0-100km/h in a claimed 5.1 seconds and return 6.7L/100km.
Standard equipment highlights in the 540i include Adaptive Drive with active anti-roll bars, 20-inch wheels, sunroof, electric rear window sunblind and front seats with ventilation and memory function.
The new BMW 5 Series is available from March, 2017.
BMW 5 Series Australian pricing (excluding on-roads):
BMW 520d $93,900
BMW 530i $108,900
BMW 530d $119,900
BMW 540i $136,900
BMW 520d (from $93,900)
Powertrain, performance and efficiency
- 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine
- Outputs of 140kW and 400Nm
- Zero to 100km/h in 7.5 seconds
- Fuel consumption: 4.3L/100km
- CO2: 114g/km
- Eight-speed automatic transmission with gearshift paddles
- Rear-wheel drive
Standard equipment highlights
- Luxury Line with Chrome Line exterior (optional M Sport Package)
- LED Headlights
- 18-inch BMW light alloy wheels
- Comfort Access
- Dakota leather upholstery with Sensatec instrument panel
- Electric seat adjustment for driver and front passenger
- Electrically-adjustable steering column
- Navigation system Professional with 10.25-inch Touch Control Display
- Wireless smartphone charging
- HiFi Loudspeaker system with 12 speakers and DAB+ digital radio
- BMW Head-Up display
- Driving Assistant Plus, including Active Cruise with Stop & Go function, front Cross traffic warning, crossroads warning and Lane Keeping Assistant
- Parking Assistant Plus, including Parking Assistant with Active Park Distance Control to front and rear, Surround View and Panorama View
- Speed limiter and Speed limit info
- Airbags including front, full-length sides and head protection integrated in sides and headliner
- BMW ConnectedDrive with access to BMW Online and BMW Apps for seamless third-party app integration (for example, Spotify). Also includes real-time traffic information, intelligent emergency call, TeleServices, Concierge Services and phone app-based Remote Services
BMW 530i (from $108,900)
Powertrain, performance and efficiency
- New 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine
- Outputs of 185kW and 350Nm
- Zero to 100km/h in 6.2 seconds
- Fuel consumption: 5.8L/100km
- CO2: 132g/km
- Eight-speed sport automatic transmission with gearshift paddles
- Rear-wheel drive
Standard equipment highlights (in addition to 520d)
- M Sport Package with M Aerodynamics Package and BMW Individual Aluminium satinated Exterior Line
- M Sport Brakes
- 19-inch BMW M light alloy wheels
- Automatic tailgate operation
- Adaptive LED headlights including BMW Selective Beam and High Beam Assist
- Dynamic Damper Control
- Multi-functional 12.3-inch high-resolution colour display with black-panel technology
- 16-speaker harman/kardon surround sound system
- Sports seats with seat heating and lumbar support for driver and front passenger
- BMW Individual anthracite roof liner
- M leather steering wheel
BMW 530d (from $119,900)
Powertrain, performance and efficiency
- 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine
- Outputs of 195kW and 620Nm
- Zero to 100km/h in 5.7 seconds
- Fuel consumption: 4.7L/100km
- CO2: 124g/km
- Eight-speed sport automatic transmission with gearshift paddles
- Rear-wheel drive
Standard equipment highlights (in addition to 520d)
- M Sport Package with M Aerodynamics Package and BMW Individual Aluminium satinated Exterior Line
- M Sport Brakes
- 19-inch BMW M light alloy wheels
- Automatic tailgate operation
- Adaptive LED headlights including BMW Selective Beam and High Beam Assist
- Dynamic Damper Control
- Multi-functional 12.3-inch high-resolution colour display with black-panel technology
- 16-speaker harman/kardon surround sound system
- Sports seats with seat heating and lumbar support for driver and front passenger
- BMW Individual anthracite roof liner
- M leather steering wheel
BMW 540i (from $136,900)
Powertrain, performance and efficiency
- New 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine
- Outputs of 250kW and 450Nm
- Zero to 100km/h in 5.1 seconds
- Fuel consumption: 6.7L/100km
- CO2: 154g/km
- Eight-speed sport automatic with gearshift paddles
- Rear-wheel drive
Standard equipment highlights (in addition to 530i)
- Adaptive Drive with active anti-roll bars
- 20-inch BMW Individual light-alloy wheels
- Electric glass sunroof
- Metallic paintwork
- Electric rear window sunblind
- Rear-side window sunblinds
- Exclusive Nappa leather upholstery
- Comfort seats with memory function for driver and front passenger
- Active seat ventilation for driver and front passenger
- Ambient Air