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Inspiring design,flawless workmanship,exhilarating drive,fascinating performance - the new BMW 5 Series shares the vehicle architecture of the BMW 7 Series conveying all the Sheer Driving Pleasure typical of BMW.

Inspiring design,flawless workmanship,exhilarating drive,fascinating performance – the new BMW 5 Series shares the vehicle architecture of the BMW 7 Series conveying all the Sheer Driving Pleasure typical of BMW. Contributed to the success and image of BMW in India,the BMW 5 Series has has sold over 3600 units of the 5 Series in the country since 2007. Says Sachit Passi,Partner,Krishna Automobiles, This sixth generation of the immensely successful BMW 5 Series is truly an exploration of Beauty and an ideal fusion of design and performance. We have already booked more than 20 vehicles in a short span of three days.

The sophisticated aesthetics and dynamic looks of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan are the result of perfectly balanced proportions. The Sedan boasts of a long and contoured engine compartment lid,short overhangs,a coupé-like flowing roofline as well as the longest wheelbase in the segment. The charismatic flair of the upright front section and the BMW kidney grill inclined slightly forward from certain perspectives,the stylish elegance of the side view and the muscular sportiness of the rear end all come together in typical BMW design language to provide an outstanding look of style and supremacy.

The new BMW 5 Series Sedan coms with a first straight-six petrol engine with Twin Power Turbo,High Precision Injection and Valvetronic (225 kW/306 hp) in the BMW 535i as well as straight-six petrol engine in the BMW 523i (150 kW/204 hp). The latest generation of straight-six diesels featuring an all-aluminium crankcase and common-rail direct injection develop 180 kW/245 hp in BMW 530d and 150 kW/204 hp in BMW 525d. With its innovative gear set configuration,a unique level of inner efficiency and optimised weight,the eight-speed automatic transmission combines outstanding gearshift comfort,dynamic performance and efficiency of the highest level.

The combination of a double track arm front axle and the Integral-V rear axle ensures supreme driving dynamics and motoring comfort all in one. Further efficiency is provided by Electric Power Steering (EPS) including Servotronic as standard feature for the first time in the BMW 5 Series. The clearly structured cockpit and intuitive controls enhance Sheer Driving Pleasure in typical BMW style to an even higher level,at the same time underlining the sophisticated ambience within the passenger compartment of the new BMW 5 Series.

Along with the display of new BMW 5 Series is an exclusive presentation of iconic exhibits from world famous designers. The iconic exhibits displayed are the Le Corbusier Chaise Lounge Chair,the Bertoia Diamond Chair,the Barcelona Chair and Footstool,the Flos Arco Floor Lamp,the Alvar Alto Vase and the famous coffee table by Isamu Noguchi.

The 523i,525d and 530d will be produced at the BMW Plant Chennai. The 535i will be available as a CBU (completely built-up unit) and will have an ex-showroom price of INR 58,00,000. It will be available in Alpine White as non-metallic paintwork and in various metallic colours. Dakota leather is the standard upholstery for the new BMW 5 Series.

The all India ex-showroom prices in INR are as follows.

The new BMW 523i : 38,90,000

The new BMW 525d : 39,90,000

The new BMW 530d : 45,90,000

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Note: Ex-showroom price excludes RTO registration charges,tax,insurance,handling charges; Octroi and entry tax (as applicable). The above ex-showroom prices are exclusive of sales tax / VAT applicable on sale to the customer. Prices and options are subject to change without prior notice.

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