Most innovative in its class
WE now have the first-ever BMW 5 Series Hybrid with eDrive Technology, the 530e Sport. It is the fifth BMW iPerformance model to be introduced in Malaysia. The company said it is the most innovative model in its class and offers the full wealth of BMW 5 Series driver assistance systems, in all modes including eDrive.
Starting with its signature feature, the air stream kidney grille is designed to further empower aerodynamics – opening and closing to adapt to different situations. This new model is offered in Sport Line and features LED headlights for both lowbeam and high-beam, side lights, as well as daytime running lights. The “530e” badge is its most noticeable identifying feature, other than the highly visible “i” logo – indicating its technology know-how from the BMW i sub brand – above the air breather as well as the eDrive logo at the C-pillar.
Other features include Comfort Access – providing a seamless owner experience without having to reach for your car key. From unlocking your doors to starting your engine, the car is designed to be aware of the car key’s unique sensors, which resonates solely with the car’s internal system.
Accentuating its sporty vibe to the rear is the double round exhaust tailpipe on both left and right. Fitted with 19-inch V-spoke light alloy wheels, the 530e Sport hints at an agile driving experience. Under the bonnet is the latest-generation inline four-cylinder BMW TwinPower Turbo 2.0-litre petrol engine with 184hp and 320Nm of torque. Combined with the BMW eDrive system’s electric motor, an overall system output of 252hp and 420Nm of torque is achieved, enabling the car to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds. With a top speed of 235km/h, the 530e Sport enjoys segment-leading figures of consuming only two litres per 100km of fuel with a significantly low CO2 emission of 46 grams per kilometre.
The electric drive boasts powerful efficiency with its combination of electric motor, lithium-ion high-performance battery, and intelligent energy management.
The latter optimises the effectiveness of the electric drivetrain and the high-performance battery with a predictive operating strategy. The 530e Sport offers an allelectric driving range of up to 48km with a maximum speed of up to 140km/h – the best in its segment.
The eDrive system can also be tailored even more precisely for the journey ahead through three innovative driving modes: Auto eDrive, MAX eDrive, and Battery Control. Auto eDrive combines the power of both the petrol engine and electric motor, which allows driving at a top speed of 80km/h on electric mode only. For an extra boost, switch to the Max eDrive mode which solely depends on electric power, to reach a maximum speed of 140km/h.
Battery Control allows the driver to manually engage the use of the high-voltage battery by setting the charge value to be availed for pure-electric driving later in the journey.
In terms of charging options, the new 530e Sport can be charged at home via a domestic socket outlet. The BMW