JAKARTA - BMW has launched the latest generation of M5, a high performance version of the legendary Series-5. With a history of 40 years, this seventh model presents a surprising innovation: a hybrid driving system.
One aspect of stealing attention is the weight. This sedan weighs 2.4 tons, even heavier than SUVs such as Range Rover Sport (2.3 tons) and Ford F-150 (2.2 tons) truck pickups. This is due to a combination of large 4.0 liters of engine V8, M TwinPower Turbo, electric motors, and 18.6 kWh batteries, similar to the XM model.
BMW M CEO Frank van Meel explained that the option to present the M5 in the form of Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) is the only way this car can materialize. According to him, pure electric technology is not yet ready for the high-performance car segment of BMW M. "The M5 is electric more than just a battery. It requires the entire architecture, electronics, and high-voltage system. So, this is actually the best thing we can do," he said in an interview with CarBuzz on Monday, July 15.
Van Meel insists that the best option right now is to combine the V8 engine with an environmentally friendly hybrid system. Nonetheless, the latest M5 driving characteristics still spur adrenaline, even in electric mode, and remain comfortable for daily use. "This is the perfect combination of driving dynamics that spur adrenaline and advanced daily use," he added.
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The latest BMW M5 performance is impressive. With 727 dk of power and 1,000 Nm of torque, this car is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/hour in 3.5 seconds. The highest speed is limited to 250 km/hour, but it can be increased to 305 km/h with the M Driver Package. In electric mode, the new M5 can reach speeds of up to 140 km/hour and has a range of 67-69 km in the WLTP cycle.
This latest BMW M5 is not just an evolution, but a revolution in the world of high-performance automotives, combining strength, innovation, and sustainability in one amazing package.
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