A Greater Power: India hosts the debut of the first-ever all-electric BMW i5 M60 xDrive

Today marked the debut of the first-ever BMW i5, which will only be offered as the BMW i5 M60 xDrive, a unique BMW M Performance variant.
With its sleek appearance, cutting-edge technology, and explosive performance, this all-electric sporty executive car is unmatched.

The all-electric BMW i5 M60 xDrive is a performance vehicle from BMW M GmbH, and as such, it has unique outside characteristics that visually emphasize its exceptional athletic potential.
Starting today, the first-ever BMW i5 M60 xDrive is offered as a fully built-up unit (CBU) model at all BMW dealerships in India.

“You can expect nothing short of a completely electrifying experience with the first-ever BMW i5 M60 xDrive,” said Vikram Pawah, President of BMW Group India. It combines the heritage of eight generations of the sportiest executive sedan: the ‘5’, the thrilling ‘M’ performance, and the ‘i’ longevity. The BMW i5 M60 xDrive, the sixth electric vehicle from BMW Group India, will strengthen our position as market leaders in the country’s premium electric mobility market. It’s an experience designed for unrestrained adrenaline and unmatched thrills, with an uncompromising performance that epitomizes exhilaration for the contemporary day.”

* The ex-showroom pricing of the first-ever BMW i5 M60 xDrive is INR 1,19,50,000.The cost that is in effect at the time of billing will be used. The prices shown in the ex-showroom include the relevant compensation cess and GST (tax collected at source), however, they do not include road tax, TCS (tax collected at source), GST on TCS, RTO statutory taxes and fees, any local tax cess levies, or insurance. Options and prices are subject to change at any time without notice.

Please get in touch with the authorized BMW dealer in your area for further details.
Alpine White is the only non-metallic paint option for the first-ever BMW i5 M60 xDrive. The metallic paint options are M Brooklyn Grey, M Carbon Black, Cape York Green, Phytonic Blue, Black Sapphire, Sophisto Grey, Oxide Grey, and Mineral White. The following BMW Individual paint finishes are also offered as options: Tansanite Blue, Frozen Pure Grey, Frozen Deep Grey, and Frozen Portimao Blue. Alcantara, Veganza, and Black upholstery are available upholstery choices, with Carbon Fibre being the standard inside trim color. As optional upgrades, Veganza and Leather Merino upholstery are offered.

A standard two-year unlimited mileage warranty is included with the vehicle. Repair Inclusive is able to extend the duration of the warranty benefits from the third to the maximum fifth year of operation, with no mileage restrictions. There is an eight-year or 160,000-kilometer, guarantee on the high-voltage battery of the BMW i5 M60 xDrive.

Customized and adaptable financial solutions are created based on the needs of each person, thanks to BMW India Financial Services. Customers using the BMW 360@ Financing Plan benefit from excellent value and total peace of mind. Among its many advantages are its appealing monthly installments, flexible term-end choices, guaranteed buy-back possibilities for up to five years, and chances to upgrade to a new BMW.

The BMW i5 M60 xDrive, the first ever
The first-ever BMW i5 M60 xDrive’s appearance is meant to match your unique style. With its distinct brightness, the Illuminated BMW kidney grille sets the scene. Inspired by the “Sharknose” in terms of style, the BMW kidney grille extends forward and serves as the focal point of the front of the car.

The cornering light and the Matrix High Beam, which incorporates the glare-free High Beam Assist BMW Selective Beam, are among the features of the standard Adaptive LED Headlights. Furthermore, the LED units’ blue design components effectively stage the light sources below them. The LED headlights display the iconic four-eye face in a more contemporary and simplified design. Turn signals and daytime driving lights are produced by two almost vertical LED components that are mounted on the exterior.

The remaining sections of the front apron have well defined curves and finely crafted surfaces, much like the headlights and the BMW kidney grille. The BMW i5’s side view likewise embodies the style’s simplicity and clarity. From this angle, you can plainly see its tall bonnet, nearly erect BMW kidney grille, and dynamically extended proportions. The roof and shoulder lines blend in well with the shapes of the lights at the transition to the back. The brand’s iconic L-shaped lights are interpreted with a contemporary flair by the flat rear lights.

The BMW i5 M60 xDrive has a distinctive appearance thanks to specific design elements that highlight its dynamic capabilities. The performance sedan’s sporty nature is signaled by a front apron with large air intakes and black surfaces in the center, a BMW kidney grille with contour line lighting, horizontal slats, and the M logo, side skirts and exterior mirror caps finished in high-gloss black, 20-inch M light alloy wheels, and a rear apron with a prominent diffuser insert.

The first-ever BMW i5 M60 xDrive has a number of M-specific design elements thanks to the included M Sport Pro Package, including the huge front air intakes, the M high-gloss Shadow Line, and the impressively flared side skirts in high-gloss black. Additionally available are the dynamic light carpet, high-gloss black exterior mirror caps, illuminated BMW kidney grille with black surround, and a M rear spoiler painted black. The red-painted brake calipers and the M Shadow Line lighting for the front and rear are additional features.

Customers may add their individuality to their automobiles with BMW M Performance Accessories. Customers may choose from a variety of specific options, such as upgraded wheel sizes or carefully selected accessory packages, to further accentuate the car’s athletic style and personality.

Its interior environment is defined by ample space, contemporary utility, excellent acoustic comfort, great craftsmanship, carefully treated materials, and cutting-edge digital services. M-specific displays on the BMW Curved Display enhance the emotive performance experience of the first-ever BMW i5 M60 xDrive. The instrument cluster’s bands for the primary displays and related design components have a platinum silver finish. The artwork and text are inspired by the dashboard display seen in BMW M GmbH’s high-performance vehicles.

The BMW Interaction Bar blends intriguing design with contemporary practicality. Stretching below the trim strip across the full width of the instrument panel and deep into the door panels, the visually arresting backlit functional unit with crystalline surface structure is equipped with touch-sensitive control panels that regulate the ventilation and air conditioning as well as turn on the hazard warning lights. My Modes offers an interior and driving experience that may be customized. Highlighting the optional BMW Interaction Bar and the BMW Curved Display is a large-surface carbon fiber inside the trim strip for the instrument panel.

Dark Silver Accent with fine-wood trim is also optionally available in dark oak high gloss or open pored, as an alternative to the conventional carbon fiber trim. Additionally, the center console control panel’s new gear selector switch has an exceptionally sleek and contemporary look.

The Panorama Skyroof, with its dark glass surface, offers the car a very attractive look. It joins practically the whole roof surface and stretches uninterrupted from just beyond the windshield to almost the rear window. As standard equipment, sport seats include electronic height and inclination adjustments. It is possible to make comfort seats an optional feature. Standard features include active seat ventilation as well.

The Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System, equipped with 18 speakers and an amplifier output of up to 655 watts, ensures an exceptional acoustic experience. Additionally, the traditional three-spoke form of the M leather steering wheel is paired with its enhanced functionality. The Performance model’s red center marker for the steering wheel and contrast stitching in BMW M GmbH colors highlight the model’s aggressive nature. Additionally available are premium seat surfaces with a veganza/alcantara finish, a distinctive hole in the shoulder region, and transparent red and blue embellishments. The anthracite-colored roof liner further enhances the athletic appearance.

The first-ever BMW i5 M60 xDrive blends iconic M performance traits with a very powerful electric powertrain. With its two highly integrated drive units on the front and rear axles, the BMW i5 M60 xDrive is able to produce amazing dynamic performance. These drive units consist of an electric motor, power electronics, and gearbox, all compactly packaged in a single housing. With a peak speed of 230 km/h, the automobile can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds. It generates a maximum torque of 795 Nm and an output of 601 horsepower.

With a useful energy capacity of 81.2 kWh, the high-voltage battery combines compact dimensions with excellent energy density. The WLTP test cycle yielded a maximum range of 516 kilometers for the BMW i5 M60 xDrive. Included with installation is a free BMW Wallbox charger for the BMW i5 M60 xDrive. Up to 11 kW of safe, practical charging may be made possible with its integration into a house. Another option is the 22 kW AC Charging Professional.

The first-ever BMW i5 M60 xDrive, equipped with the BMW Operating System 8.5, provides enhanced information and entertainment options, quicker function updates, better information on electric vehicle charging stations, and optimized access to several specialized online services. The BMW Head-Up Display was added to the display and control system together with the BMW Live Cockpit Professional.

The upgraded operating system and display provide a revamped entrance screen, “QuickSelect” access, and a better menu layout tailored to consumer electronics products. The navigation system’s map view or other individually configurable displays are permanently shown on the new entrance screen. In addition to an Augmented View display on the Information Display behind the steering wheel, the cloud-based navigation system BMW Maps now has enhanced features for even more accurate and charging station-optimized routing.

Driver assistance systems are becoming widely used. In addition to providing comfort and safety, they also assist the driver. Cruise control, attentive assistant, professional parking assistant with smartphone remote parking, and reversing assistant are among the features that come standard. On lengthy trips and in urban traffic, the optional Driving Assistant Professional package, which includes Distance Control with Stop & Go functionality and Steering and Lane Control Assistant, offers the driver the best possible assistance.

Standard equipment includes the electrically regulated shock absorbers of the Adaptive Suspension Professional. Wheel-specific adjustment of the damper forces is made possible by infinitely adjustable valves, which allow the damper forces to be adjusted according to the load situation, driving style, and road conditions. The cutting-edge Integral Active Steering improves agility at medium speeds, increases comfort when maneuvering, and exudes confidence during lane changes and cornering at greater speeds.

Customers now have the option to choose the Adaptive M Suspension Professional with Active Roll Stabilization, which maximizes comfort and sportiness by using updated control logic. The M-specific feature is used to adjust the damper forces.
Customized rear entertainment is also available with the recently created Travel & Comfort System. Six airbags, side-impact protection, electric parking brake with auto hold, dynamic stability control (DSC) with cornering brake control (CBC), ISOFIX child seat mounting, integrated emergency spare wheel under the load floor, and electronic vehicle immobilizer and crash sensor are just a few of the safety features offered by BMW.