BMW M550i xDrive
Here is the New BMW M550i xDrive. This M Performance model features 4.4
litre TwinPower Turbo V8 engine with twin-scroll turbocharging, direct
injection, Valvetronic variable valve timing and VANOS variable camshaft
control.
The mill outputs 462 hp at 5,500 rpm and peak torque
of 650 Nm arrives from just 1,800 rpm, capable of propelling the sedan to 100
km/h from a standstill in just four seconds, continuing on to an
electronically-limited top speed of 250 km/h.
Ensuring all that power makes it to the ground is
the duty of the Steptronic Sport eight-speed automatic transmission (with shift
paddles) and BMW’s xDrive all-wheel-drive system. The latter splits the power
between the front and rear axles as needed, but remains primarily rear-wheel
drive bias.
Other drive-related features include the adaptive M
Sport suspension that makes the M550i xDrive 10 mm lower compared to the
standard 5 Series, along with M Sport brakes and 19-inch M light-alloy wheels
finished in Cerium Grey metallic matte (optional 20-inch light-alloys in an
exclusive design).
Visually, the M550i xDrive gets the M
aerodynamic package, which comes with a rear bootlid spoiler that gives the 5
Series a sportier look. Along with this, the exterior mirror covers, the kidney
grille surround, the M Performance bars on the front air intake and the two Air
Breathers at the sides are all finished in Cerium Grey metallic.
The car is fitted with the high-gloss
Shadow Line trim around the windows, the brake calipers are gain a blue
paintjob and M badging, plus there are black chrome exhaust finishers, which
the company says “is responsible for producing the unmistakable and rousing BMW
M soundtrack.”
Opening the doors, owners will be greeted by
illuminated door sills that bear the car’s nameplate, followed by M sports
seats upholstered in Black Dakota leather with blue contrast stitching. An M
sports steering wheel, M design floor mats and aluminium interior trim are all
part of the car’s cabin, including the latest-generation iDrive system.
Plenty of driver assistance systems onboard as well,
including Active Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keeping Assistant and Intelligent
Speed Limit Assist, BMW Connected services and optional Remote Parking system.
