BMW i5 M60 xDrive electric sedan launched at Rs 1.20 crore

The BMW i5 uses an 83.9 kWh battery offering a range of 516 km on a single charge (WLTP cycle).

The first-ever BMW i5 electric sedan has been launched in India. It is available in the top-spec 'M60 xDrive' variant and is priced at Rs 1,19,50,000 (ex-showroom).

The BMW i5 M60 xDrive is based on the eighth generation of the 5 Series. On the outside, the EV features a wider blanked-out kidney grille which has an illuminated ring around it. The car gets adaptive LED headlamps with twin boomerang-shaped LED DRLs, a sporty body kit with M-specific design elements, 20-inch M light alloy wheels with red brake calipers and an M rear spoiler.

Inside, the BMW i5 features a free-standing dual display, integrating a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment screen. Other features include a panoramic sunroof, a Bowers & Wilkins audio system and an M leather steering wheel.

The Sport seats get active seat ventilation and are wrapped in Veganza and Alcantara upholstery and carbon fibre interior trim.

Powering the BMW i5 M60 xDrive are two electric motors that generate 593 BHP and a peak torque of 795 Nm, allowing the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds. The car uses an 83.9 kWh battery with a range of 516 km on a single charge (WLTP cycle).

The i5 M60 xDrive is equipped with ADAS, offering features like cruise control, Attentiveness Assistant, Parking Assist Professional with remote parking via smartphone and Reversing Assistant. The optional Drive Assist Professional adds features like Distance Control with Stop & Go function, Steering and Lane Control Assistant. Adaptive Suspension is offered as standard, while Adaptive M Suspension Professional with Active Roll Stabilization is an option.