NEW – BMW ActiveHybrid 5 [F10]
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From BMW:
The new BMW ActiveHybrid 5 [F10]
We are pleased to confirm the introduction of a new addition to the BMW 5 Series Saloon model range as well as the first BMW ActiveHybrid model to be launched in the UK, the new BMW Active Hybrid 5.
This model, based on the 535i SE Saloon and its N55 306hp 3.0-litre TwinPower Turbo petrol engine combined with a 54hp electric motor and Lithium-ion battery, is the most powerful and efficient hybrid in its class and represents a significant step towards the long term BMW EfficientDynamics strategy of emission-free mobility. With a combined consumption figure of 44.1mpg and a CO2 output of just 149g/km with 17” alloy wheels, the new ActiveHybrid 5 combines 535i acceleration performance of 5.9 seconds 0-62mph with a BIK tax rate of just 19%.
The ActiveHybrid 5 is visually differentiated from the 535i SE with the exclusive availability of Bluewater metallic paintwork included in the colour palette and optional 18″ light alloy Streamline-style 364 alloy wheels as well as “ActiveHybrid 5” designations on the C-pillars, an aluminium plate on the centre console and front door sill finishers. Furthermore, the model receives a bespoke ActiveHybrid engine cover, chrome kidney grille with chrome-fronted and chrome-sided vertical slats, matt chrome tailpipes and an “ActiveHybrid Power Unit” inscription on the battery housing located in the boot.
Production of the new BMW ActiveHybrid 5 starts in January 2012 at BMW Plant Dingolfing in Germany.
Following the World Premier at the Tokyo Motor Show on 30 November 2011, the official market launch date for the new BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is 25 February 2012.
Technical highlights
The new BMW ActiveHybrid 5 features the following technical innovations delivering high-performance and class- leading efficiency.
- A Lithium-ion battery with “ActiveHybrid Power Unit” designation allows the car to be driven up to 37mph for up to 2.4 miles using electric power alone
- A Hybrid Start-Stop function switches off the internal combustion engine when it is not required in order to save fuel and cut emissions
- ECO PRO mode in combination with Drive Performance Control is fitted as standard
- At speeds of up to 100mph the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is capable of cruising in ECO PRO mode when the driverlifts off the accelerator, running soundlessly with zero tailpipe emissions until the driver accelerates
- Boost function enables additional thrust from the electric motor to be used in combination with the petrolengine’s power
- Stationary cooling, exclusive to ActiveHybrid 5
BMW EfficientDynamics measures
- The new BMW ActiveHybrid 5 benefits from some of the latest BMW EfficientDynamics measures, including those listed below:
- Active Aerodynamics
- Auto Start-Stop (Hybrid)
- Brake Energy Regeneration
- ECO-PRO mode
- Electric Power Steering (EPS) with Servotronic
- High-precision direct injection
- Reduced rolling resistance tyres (17” wheels only)
Standard equipment
- A selection of highlights from the standard equipment as follows:
- 17″ light alloy V-spoke style 236 wheels
- Metallic paintwork
- Dakota leather upholstery
- 8-speed automatic transmission
- BMW Professional Multimedia Navigation system
- Bluetooth telephone preparation with telematics
- BMW Assist with RTTI (Real Time Traffic Information)
- USB audio interface
- Air conditioning, automatic with four-zone control
- Stationary cooling (new ActiveHybrid feature)
- Fineline Anthracite wood interior trim
- Full black panel display
Optional equipment
The optional equipment available for the new BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is similar to the latest class-leading technology found on other BMW 5 Series models, with certain exceptions such as split-folding rear seat, tow bar and through-loading ski bag.
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