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The 2025 BMW 5 Series Base is a four-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the New Zealand market on 2nd October 2024. The BMW 5 Series is regarded as a large Car built in Germany with prices starting at $159,900 before on-road costs.
This BMW 5 Series uses a fully electric engine.
The BMW 5 Series measures 1515mm (59.6 inches) in height, 5060mm (199.2 inches) in length, 1900mm (74.8 inches) in width with a 2995mm (117.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2230kg (4916.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The 5 Series Base comes standard with 245/45 Rnull front tyres and 245/45 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2025 BMW 5 Series Base has a 146mm ground clearance with a 2000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
161.43 kW/t
104.97 kW/t
223.13 kW/t
Boot Space
520 litres
466 litres
565 litres
Fuel Efficiency
1 L/100km
1 L/100km
13.1 L/100km
Vehicle Range
6,000 km
557 km
6,000 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 years
2 years
6 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,805 kg
2,805 kg
3,050 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
2,000 kg
2,100 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
146 mm
85 mm
146 mm
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
22.1 kWh
0.5 kWh
22.1 kWh
AC Charging (max kW)
7.4 kW
7.4 kW
11 kW
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Dimensions
5,060 mm
1,900 mm
inc mirror: 2,156 mm
inc mirror: 2,156 mm
1,515 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,060 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,900 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,156 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 575 mm |
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Explore BMW 5 Series Features & Specs
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Traction Control: yes
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: 24
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Over Air Updates
Type: Os Version
Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Display: yes
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Voice Activating System
AI-Powered: yes
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 23
Standard Met: Eu6 E
Engine
Engine (cc): 2998
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Xb1141m2
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
WLTP Emissions
HEV Charge Depleting (Combined): 6.0
HEV Charge Depleting Testing Type: Hev Charge Depleting
HEV Charge Sustaining (Combined): 175.0
HEV Charge Sustaining Testing Type: Hev Charge Sustaining
HEV UF Weighted (Combined): 19.0
HEV UF Weighted Testing Type: Hev Uf Weighted
Additional Fuel Types
Unleaded Fuel: Unleaded
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Gasoline Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.9
Main Capacity (L): 60
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.2
Main Type: Main
Charging Connector
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Front Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Duration: 11.75
Mode 2 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 2.30
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 2 Voltage: 230
Mode 3 amps (A): 32
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 3.28
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 6.60
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 3.30
Mode 3 Duration: 2.25
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 7.40
Mode 3 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 7.40
Mode 3 Scenario: Mode 3
Mode 3 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 3 Voltage: 230
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: 4x4
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 280
Motor 1 Location: Transmission-Integrated Motor Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 197.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 145.0
Electric Power Source
Battery (Ah): 63.5
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 347.5
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 22.10
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 7.4
Useable Battery (kWh): 19.40
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 14.90
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Touchpad Control: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 6000
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 3728
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 100.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 1.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 283
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 235
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
WLTP HEV Charge Depleting Combined (km/L): 100.0
WLTP HEV Charge Depleting Combined (L/100km): 1.0
WLTP HEV Charge Depleting Combined (miles per UK gallon): 283
WLTP HEV Charge Depleting Combined (mpg): 235
WLTP HEV Charge Depleting Standard: Wltp Hev Charge Depleting
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 1.0
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.3
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 140
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 489
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 197
Maximum Power (kW): 360
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 145
Maximum Torque (Nm): 700
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 280
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 313
Maximum Power (kW): 230
Maximum Torque (Nm): 700
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Manufacturer Name: Xdrive
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
Transmission
Code: Gb8x80dz
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manufacturer Name: 8-Gang Steptronic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 102
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 102
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: Clar
Wheelbase Type: Short
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 520
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Front Track (in): 66.1
Front Track (mm): 1680
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 146
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Overall Height (in): 59.6
Overall Height (mm): 1515
Overall Length (in): 199.2
Overall Length (mm): 5060
Overall Width (in): 74.8
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 84.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2156
Overall Width (mm): 1900
Rear Track (in): 67.5
Rear Track (mm): 1715
Wheelbase (in): 117.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2995
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.7
Front Headroom (mm): 1033
Rear Headroom (in): 38.1
Rear Headroom (mm): 969
Front Hip Room (in): 60.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1536
Rear Hip Room (in): 58.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1497
Front Leg Room (in): 41.3
Front Leg Room (mm): 1048
Rear Leg Room (in): 36.5
Rear Leg Room (mm): 926
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1504
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1446
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Projector Beam
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2805
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6184
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2230
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4916
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 655
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
USB (Rear): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 2
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Bowers & Wilkins
Number of Speakers: 17
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Synthetic Leather
Instrument Panel: Synthetic Leather
Shift Lever Skirt: Crystal/Glass
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Steering Vibration: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Radar & Camera
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
Marketed As Sustainable Vegan: yes
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Individual Rear Digital Display: yes
Individual Rear Location: Individual Rear
Passenger Seat Digital Display: yes
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Active Carbon Filter: yes
Automatic Recirculation: yes
Digital Display: yes
Electric Heater: yes
Engine Heater: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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