BMW India has officially opened bookings for the i5 Long Wheelbase (LWB), launching initially with an exclusive First Edition trim limited to 99 units.
It marks BMW’s first locally produced electric sedan, with assembly taking place at the BMW Group Plant Chennai.
Key Specifications & Features
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Dimensions & Interior Space: Measures 5,175 mm in length, 2,156 mm in width, and 1,520 mm in height. Its 3,105 mm wheelbase adds 110 mm of rear-seat legroom compared to the standard wheelbase model.
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Powertrain & Performance: Driven by a single rear-mounted electric motor delivering 268 hp. It achieves 0–100 km/h in 6.7 seconds.
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Battery & Range: Equipped with an 81.6 kWh battery pack offering an MIDC-certified range of up to 669 km on a single charge.
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India-Specific Hardware: Features adaptive rear-axle air suspension and heightened ground clearance tailored for local road conditions, as highlighted by AutoCar India.
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First Edition Highlights: Differentiated by Carbon Black Metallic paint with Titanium Bronze accents, a dedicated rear-seat entertainment tablet package, BMW Individual Silver Bronze inlays, open-pore wood trim, and custom “FIRST EDITION” laser engraving on the dashboard.
