In pics: BMW i5 is a sleek and sharp EV promising 475 km range
By: HT Auto Desk Updated on: 28 May 2023, 10:08 AM
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BMW i5 comes as a pure electric form of the all-new 5-Series sedan.
1/11 The much awaited BMW i5 has finally broken cover unveiling a sleek and sharp looking electric sedan based on the 2023 BMW 5-Series.
2/11 Slated to launch in October 2023, the BMW i5 will come available in standard version and a performance oriented variant as well.
3/11 On the styling front, the i5 shares signature design elements of the standard 5-Series, but there are subtle differences visible, like a closed panel above the kidney grille.
4/11 Based on the same CLAR platform as the standard 5-Series, the car gets BMW's signature dual-beam LED headlamps, kidney grille, glossy black front air intake panels, sharp cuts and creases across the body.
5/11 At the back, it gets sleek and long LED taillights sitting neatly at the sculpted tailgate.
6/11 The i5 gets a sleek cabin in sync with exterior that features BMW Curved Display, combining a fully digital instrument cluster and a large touchscreen infotainment system.
7/11 The blue accents across the cabin on different places like dashboard, door trims remind us about its electric powertrain.
8/11 The centre console features host of soft-touch buttons and rotary dial with crystal effect meant for various functions.
9/11 BMW claims the i5 offers same space as he standard version of the 5-Series sedan.
10/11 The i5 is claimed to be capable of running 475 km range on a single charge and it takes 30 minutes to be replenished from 10-80% using a fast charger.
11/11 Upon launch, the BMW i5 will target rivals like Mercedes-Benz EQE and Tesla Model S.