The camouflage is starting to come off the 2024 BMW 5-Series and its becoming increasingly clear the model won’t be as polarizing as the new 7-Series. Quite the opposite as the 5 has an evolutionary design with a moderately sized grille that is flanked by sweptback headlights. The latter are notable for their conventional look as many new BMWs – such as the facelifted X7, redesigned 7-Series, and upcoming XM – adopt split lighting units.
Further below, we can see a prominent
intake with vertical supports. The model also features vertical air curtains as
well as what appears to be a curvaceous front bumper. Further back, there’s
streamlined styling and a more pronounced shoulder line. Designers also added
flush-mounted door handles, attractive wheels, and edgier bodywork. The rear
end is a bit more evolutionary, but we can see new taillights with three
dimensional elements. They’re joined by a sloping trunk with an integrated rear
spoiler.
Spy photographers didn’t snap interior
pictures this time around, but previous shots have revealed the 5-Series will
have a Curved Display that likely consists of a 12.3-inch digital instrument
cluster and a 14.9-inch infotainment system. We can also expect a new steering
wheel and a large iDrive controller, which is surrounded by new switchgear and
a minimalist shifter.
Under the hood, there will be petrol and
diesel options as well as plug-in hybrid and electric powertrains. Choices
remain unconfirmed, but the 7-Series provides us a few clues as we can expect a
540i variant with a twin-turbo 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine developing 375 hp and 519 Nm of torque. The model may also be
offered with a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 producing around 536 hp and 749 Nm of torque.
On the EV side, there could be a
dual-motor all-wheel drive variant packing roughly 536 hp and 745 Nm of torque. Furthermore, the M5 is going plug-in hybrid and
the model is expected to share its powertrain with the upcoming XM. This means
the high-performance sedan could have around 644 hp and a
respectable electric-only range.
