BMW's new 5-Series has arrived with gas and electric options, and will eventually include a plug-in hybrid M5.
The gas-powered 5-Series will initially be offered in the U.S. in 530i and 540i xDrive grades, priced from $58,895 and $61,195, respectively. The electric i5 will be offered in i5 eDrive40 and i5 M60 xDrive grades, priced from $67,795 and $85,095, respectively. All figures include a $995 destination charge.
The standard battery in both electric variants is an 84.3-kwh unit that BMW estimates will deliver an EPA-rated range of 295 miles in the i5 eDrive40 and 256 miles in the i5 M60 xDrive. Charging at up to 205 kw is possible using a DC fast charger, in which case the battery can be charged to 80% in around 30 minutes, according to BMW. First-time i5 owners in the U.S. will receive two years of complimentary 30-minute charging sessions at Electrify America DC fast-charging locations.
BMW will also offer the latest version of its automated driver-assist system for highways, dubbed Highway Assistant. Part of the Driving Assistant Professional package, Highway Assistant will control the vehicle in a single lane at speeds of up to 85 mph on certain highway types. The driver will still need to monitor things at all times and take over at a moment's notice.
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