BMW has launched the i5 Long Wheelbase (LWB) in India, marking its first locally produced electric sedan and the second EV to roll out of the BMW Group Plant in Chennai following the iX1.
Variants and Pricing
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eDrive35L M Sport: Rs 79.60 lakh (ex-showroom)
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eDrive35L M Sport First Edition: Rs 79.60 lakh (ex-showroom) — Note: The First Edition is already sold out.
Powertrain and Range
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Battery & Motor: Powered by an 81.6 kWh high-voltage battery pack paired with a single rear-mounted electric motor generating 268 hp.
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Performance: Accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds.
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Driving Range: Offers an estimated range of up to 669 km on a single charge under the MIDC test cycle.
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Ride Comfort: Equipped with adaptive rear-axle air suspension and modified ground clearance tailored for Indian road conditions.
Dimensions and Space Designed specifically to maximize rear-seat comfort, the i5 LWB is the largest and longest sedan in its segment:
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Length: 5,175 mm
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Width: 2,156 mm
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Height: 1,520 mm
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Wheelbase: 3,105 mm (extended from the standard version’s 2,995 mm)
Key Features
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Cabin Tech: Features a curved display setup combining a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, alongside the illuminated BMW Interaction Bar and CraftedClarity glass controls.
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Luxury Add-ons: Includes a panoramic Sky Lounge glass roof, ventilated front seats with vegan leather upholstery, four-zone climate control, and a Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system.
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First Edition Exclusives: The sold-out First Edition added a rear-seat entertainment package (tablet and holder), BMW Individual Silver Bronze accents, fine-wood trim, and a dashboard “FIRST EDITION” laser engraving, paired with Carbon Black Metallic exterior paint and Titanium Bronze highlights.
