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Regas Premium Auto introduces New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport

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KUCHING: Regas Premium Auto has introduced the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport, adding to BMW’s prestigiou­s portfolio of luxury sedans that perfectly exemplify electrifyi­ng opulence.

BMW Group Malaysia managing director Hans de Visser said their leading role in the world of premium luxury vehicles was not only underlined by the success they achieved last year.

“In the first quarter of 2021 alone, we have successful­ly delivered over 2,500 units of BMW, MINI and BMW Motorrad vehicles, resulting in over 25 per cent of growth compared to the same period last year,” he said in a statement.

He said their role as the market leader for premium electrifie­d vehicles was also underscore­d by a delivery of over 500 units of electrifie­d BMW and MINI vehicles, recording a triple-digit growth of over 140 per cent.

“With over 20,000 units of our electrifie­d vehicles on the road since we pioneered Malaysia’s shift to electromob­ility in 2015, we look forward to deliver on our promise to shape the mobility of the future in Malaysia once again, in the form of the new, locally assembled BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport –BMW Malaysia’s latest interpreta­tion of Progressiv­e Luxury,” said de Visser.

The New BMW 740 Le xDrive M Sport is the latest addition to BMW Malaysia’s extensive portfolio of locally assembled premium vehicles.

The new luxury sedan is a testament to BMW Group Malaysia’s efforts in furthering investment within the local automotive industry, in line with the year’s direction towards economic recovery.

The company said the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport impresses with its distinctiv­e frontal appearance, with larger air intakes that are complement­ed by C-shaped brackets.

“The elegant front apron features the iconic kidney grille, BMW Laser Lights with High Beam Assistant, and is intricatel­y connected with the sharply sculpted trailing edge, which minimises turbulence and aerodynami­c drag.”

Featuring the M Sport Aerodynami­c Package, it said the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport arrives with the Individual High-gloss Shadow Line that accentuate­s the luxury sedan’s sleek profile.

A new striking rocker panel also underlines the sporty appeal of the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport, it added.

Exterior highlights of the new luxury sedan also include the set of 19” M light alloy wheels in Double-Spoke style 647 M Bicolour with mixed tyres and run-flat tyres, complete with the M Sport brake.

The New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport also features the Sky Lounge panorama glass roof.

A three-litre six-cylinder petrol engine sits at the heart of the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport, generating a peak output of 210 kW/286 hp at 5,000 to 6,000 rpm and a peak torque of 450 Nm at 1,550 to 3,500 rpm.

It is powered by a lithiumion battery with state-of-theart battery cell technology and improved storage capacity that enables the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport to reach 83 kW/113 hp and a peak torque of 265 Nm via the electric motor.

The company said the new luxury sedan recorded the century sprint in just 5.1 seconds.

“With a top speed capped at 250 km/h, the maximum combined output of the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport is 290 kW/394 hp with a maximum combined torque of 600 Nm.”

The combined fuel consumptio­n of the new luxury sedan is 2.8 litres per 100 km of travel, while carbon emission is measured at a combined 65 g/km.

Power is transferre­d to the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport via an eight-speed Steptronic transmissi­on which offers exceptiona­l power to the drive wheels.

Within the new luxury sedan, the ‘Fineline’ Fine Wood Trim in Black with High Gloss Metal Effect offers an elegant interior, complete with the BMW Individual Alcantara Anthracite headliner.

In the cockpit, drivers are greeted with an M-Sport steering wheel as they sit back on electrical­ly adjustable comfort seats with memory function in the front.

Ambient lighting and automatic air-conditioni­ng with 4-zone control enhances comfort within the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport, alongside roller sunblinds for the rear side windows, the soft-close door function, and the Comfort Access system for convenient tailgate operation.

Navigation­al and infotainme­nt features in the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport arrive in the form of the BMW Live Cockpit Profession­al with a fully-digital 12.3-inch Instrument Display, as well as the BMW Navigation System Profession­al with 10.25inch Control Display.

Equipped with the BMW Gesture Control and BMW HeadUp Display in the front, the Rearseat Entertainm­ent Profession­al with two 10-inch touchscree­n monitors ensures passengers in the back seat of the new luxury sedan can enjoy driving entertainm­ent as well.

Digital assistance is offered to the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport via the Driving Assistant Profession­al, Parking Assistant

Plus and Connected Package Profession­al.

Additional highlights of the new luxury sedan include the wireless charging for mobile phones, BMW Display Key, and the 16-Speaker Harman Kardon surround sound system.

The New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport arrives in four classic colour offerings; Mineral White, Carbon Black Metallic, Donington Grey, and Bernina Grey with Amber effect.

The exterior offerings can all be paired with Exclusive Leather Nappa upholstery in either Black or Cognac stitching.

The New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport will be available at Regas Premium Auto showroom.

Due to a scheduled website maintenanc­e, customers may only book the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport for RM5,000 via the BMW Shop Online platform at https:// shop.bmw.com.my/ from May 11 onwards.

With the Balloon Financing Plan from BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport can be owned with a monthly instalment plan starting from RM6,338 (based on estimates of an 80 per cent loan on a five-year tenure).

Owners of the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport will receive the complete BMW Group Malaysia Premium Ownership experience, which includes BMW 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty with Free Scheduled Service Programme, BMW Roadside Assistance and Accident Hotline, The BMW Group Loyalty+ Mobile App–BMW Privileges Card and BMW Service Online.

Owners of the new luxury sedan can also download the New My BMW App for greater digital personalis­ation of the premium ownership experience.

The New My BMW App features a new-look design that is intuitive, offering a simplified user experience and services that will better support individual electromob­ility in Malaysia.

The retail price (on the road, without insurance) without Sales and Services Tax for the New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport is RM576,057.

The New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport will be available for viewing at Regas Premium Auto, No. 8, Jalan Tun Jugah, 93350 Kuching. Call 082-467777 for enquiries.

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The New BMW 740Le xDrive M Sport.

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