German luxury carmaker BMW has introduced its newest luxury electric sedan in India, the BMW i5 Long Wheelbase LWB. Priced attractively at an ex showroom tag of 79.60 lakh, this launch aims to capture luxury car buyers who love executive backseat comfort without producing any tailpipe emissions. The extended wheelbase gives the sedan a bolder road presence while offering massive legroom for rear passengers.
Under the skin, the i5 LWB is equipped with an efficient 81.6 kWh battery pack paired with a smooth rear wheel drive electric motor producing 268 bhp. This setup allows the luxury electric sedan to deliver quick acceleration and a dependable driving range that easily handles daily city commutes and long inter city highway drives. Ultra fast DC charging capability also ensures that the battery can recharge from 10% to 80% in around 30 minutes at public charging stations.
Executive Comfort and Next Generation BMW Technology
Step inside, and the cabin feels like a private lounge on wheels. BMW has designed the rear cabin specifically for chauffeur driven owners, featuring plush ventilated seats with power reclining, extra under thigh support, and four zone climate control. The dashboard comes with BMW modern Curved Display, combining a 12.3 inch digital driver screen with a 14.9 inch infotainment monitor running the latest BMW iDrive operating software.
Other top tier highlights include an expansive panoramic glass roof, an interactive light bar running across the dashboard, and a premium surround sound audio system. For safety, the sedan is packed with Level 2 ADAS Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, multiple airbags, and an automated parking assistant. With the launch of the i5 LWB, BMW continues to dominate India rapidly growing luxury electric vehicle market.
