Some images of the 2021 BMW 5 Series LCI facelift have appeared online, giving us a first look at the refreshed design ahead of its expected debut in the coming weeks. The images seem to come from an upcoming press pack, given they are taken in a studio of some […]
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BMW testing next-gen EV tech with 720hp 5 Series
BMW is testing an advanced electric drive system with a special 5 Series prototype as part of the #NEXTGen event this week. The “Power BEV” technology will make its way into the upcoming iX3 fully electric mid-size SUV. The experimental BMW 5 Series is fitted with an advanced electric drive […]
BMW 5 Series Carbon Edition spices up US range
It seems BMW is about to introduce a special 5 Series Carbon Edition, at least for the US market, with images and details recently hitting the web confirming such a model. The latest-gen, G30 5 Series has been around now for a few years, but it looks like BMW is […]
G-Power tunes up the new BMW 5 Series, including M550d
Renowned BMW tuner G-Power has got its hands on the quad-turbo diesel-powered BMW M550d, giving it a big breath of performance. Not that it needs it. In standard form the 3.0-litre quad-turbo inline six found in the M550d xDrive (not offered in Australia, unfortunately) produces 290kW and 760Nm. It is […]
2017 BMW 5 Series lineup expanding in Australia with 520i
The 2017 BMW 5 Series range is about to be expanded in Australia, with the introduction of the new 520i. This brings the total variant range to six. Coming in as the new entry-level variant, the 520i is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder producing 135kW and 290Nm. Despite being […]
BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo revealed, replace 5 Series GT
The new, 2017 BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo has been revealed, coming in to replace the 5 Series Gran Turismo. It’s lighter weight, more fuel efficient, and sports a sharper design. Switching to the 6 Series nameplate helps the new Gran Turismo fit in more accurately with its grand touring […]
2017 BMW 5 Series awarded 5-star ANCAP safety
The latest BMW 5 Series has been subjected to Euro NCAP’s stringent crash testing procedures, with our local ANCAP division giving the results the full five-star standing. The testing was carried out on the 520d in Europe, with the Australian ANCAP team going over the results with a fine-tooth comb […]
2017 BMW 5 Series Touring gets M Performance treatment
BMW is using the 2017 Geneva Motor Show to show off its latest range of M Performance parts and accessories for the new 5 Series Touring wagon. For the exterior, buyers have a big range of aero enhancements to choose from, including a carbon fibre front lip spoiler, black-highlighted side […]