2021 BMW 5 Series India Launch Price At Rs 62.90 Lakh: 620Nm, New iDrive & MSport Variant Available

oi-Punith Bharadwaj

Published: Thursday, June 24, 2021, 13:00 [IST]

BMW launches the 2021 5 Series in India at Rs 62.90 lakh, ex-showroom (starting price). The new 5 Series will be available in three variants and engine options. Bookings for the 5 Series is open across India.

Variants & Pricing

• 530i M Sport: Rs 62.90 lakh
• 520d: Rs 63.90 lakh
• 530d M Sport: Rs 71.90 lakh

All prices are ex-showroom (India).

Customers who have booked the made M Sport variants on or before 24 July 2021 will be offered with 50% discount on the selected range of exclusive M Performance accessories.

Colour Options

• Alpine White
• Black Sapphire
• Glacier Silver
• Carbon Black
• Mineral White
• Phytonic Blue
• Bluestone

Exterior Design

The 2021 5 Series has undergone changes in the front and rear. At the front is a larger BMW's kidney grille along with new sleek-looking headlamps. The bumper has also been redesigned adding to the overall sporty appeal of the sedan.

The rear features a new taillamp design, a trapezoidal exhaust and a new bumper along with a new alloy wheel design.

Other features:

• BMW Laserlight LED headlamps
• L-Shaped LED DRLs & taillamps
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Active aero vents

Interiors, Features & Technology

The biggest change is the new seventh-generation BMW iDrive system featuring a host of new applications, connectivity options, and personalisation as well. Another display is placed at the centre of the dashboard for climate control operations.

The sedan also features dual-tone upholstery with a new seat design. There is an abundant use of leather and Alcantara to give the cabin a premium feel.

Other features:

• 10.25-inch infotainment display
• 10.25-inch instrument cluster
• Android Auto & Apple CarPlay connectivity
• Sports steering wheel with mounted controls
• Dual-zone climate control
• Panoramic sunroof
• Paddle shifters
• Ventilated & power-operated seats
• Rear AC vents
• Ambient lighting
• Harman Kardon Surround Sound System
• BMW Gesture Control
• BMW Virtual Assistant

Engine & Transmission

The new 5 Series will be offered with three engine options limited by variants. All engines will come paired to the same 8-speed automatic gearbox with power sent to the rear wheels as standard.

BMW 530i M Sport:

• 2.0-litre, inline-four-cylinder petrol engine
• Max power: 248bhp @ 5,200rpm
• Peak torque: 350Nm @ 4,800rpm
• 0 to 100kmph: 6.1 seconds
• Top Speed: 250kmph

BMW 520d Luxury Line:

• 2.0-litre, inline-four-cylinder diesel engine
• Max power: 187.7bhp @ 4,000rpm
• Peak torque: 400Nm @ 2,500rpm
• 0 to 100kmph: 7.3 seconds
• Top Speed: 250kmph

BMW 530d M Sport:

• 3.0-litre, inline-six-cylinder diesel engine
• Max power: 261.4bhp @ 4,000rpm
• Peak torque: 620Nm @ 2,500rpm
• 0 to 100kmph: 5.7 seconds
• Top Speed: 250kmph

All variants of the 5 Series features four drive modes: Comfort, Sport, ECO PRO and Adaptive. M Sport variants offer an extra Sport+ mode for a sportier driving experience.

Safety

The 5 Series comes with a plethora of active and passive safety features. The company is also offering customers an optional Advanced Driver Assisted System (ADAS) as well.

Active Safety:

• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Front Collision warning
• Emergency Brake Assist
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Optional Active Safety:

• Lane Departure Warning
• Blind Spot Detection
• Rear Collision Warning
• Steering and Lane Control Assistant
• Automatic Speed Limit Assist
• Parking Assistant with 360-degree camera

Passive Safety:

• 8 airbags
• ABS with EBD
• Cornering Brake Control
• Dynamic Stability Control
• Dynamic Traction Control
• Electric parking brake with auto-hold function
• ISOFIX child seat mounting

Finance, Warranty & Service

BMW is offering customized and flexible financial solutions. Customers can own a BMW with low monthly payments starting at Rs 49,999 with an assured buy-back of up to 4 years.

Service Inclusive and Service Inclusive Plus further reduce cost of ownership. Customers can choose from a variety of service plans according to duration and mileage. The packages cover Condition Based Service (CBS) and maintenance work with plans ranging from 3 yrs / 40,000 kilometres to 10 yrs / 2,00,000 kilometres.

The service packages are lowest in the segment starting at INR 52,000 for a 3-year period.

Thoughts About The 2021 BMW 5 Series Launched In India

BMW updated to the current-generation 5 Series back in 2017. The new 5 Series has received a comprehensive facelift with new features and design along with refreshed and updated interiors. The 5 Series rivals the likes of the Audi A6, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Jaguar XF, Volvo S90, and the Lexus ES.