Thursday, April 25, 2019

BMW Malaysia Introduces the BMW 520i Luxury and the 530e M Sport Variants


BMW has introduced two new BMW 5 Series variants for the Malaysian market. These are the New BMW 530e M Sport and the New BMW 520i Luxury. The prices for the New BMW 530e M Sport is RM 338,800.00 and the New BMW 520i Luxury will cost RM 328,800.00. The prices are on the road, without insurance, and with BMW Group Malaysia’s latest 5 Years Unlimited Mileage Warranty, Free Scheduled Service Programme and BMW Tyre Warranty Programme). 



The New BMW 530e M Sport (above, in white) is essentially the 530e plug-in hybrid fitted with the desirable M Sport package. The New BMW 520i Luxury (photo below) is the more affordable, non-hybrid 5 series which looks its part with a Chrome line package for the exterior and a luxurious interior. The two variants cover both ends of the large premium sedan segment. Both seem to be priced competitively and are locally assembled. The current line-up for the G30 5 Series here are the 530i M Sport and the 530e Sport. So the two variants fill in the gaps in terms of affordable 5 Series. 


Note that the plug-in hybrid 530e is only a mere RM10,000 more expensive than the 520i Luxury. Both run the 2.0liter 4 cylinder turbocharged engine but the 530e really pulls ahead in terms of performance - 0-100kmh in 6.2 seconds for the 530e while the 520i does it in 7.8 seconds. Blame this on the extra performance of the hybrid motor which does 420Nm torque against 290Nm. 

Personally, a sub-8 second car is pretty fast enough, and since it just has a petrol powered engine, the 520i variant could be for those that still would like a traditional, non-electrified car. In terms of that RM10K difference, the amount is pretty insignificant as both of these cars are priced over RM300K, a price where a RM10K difference would not make a large impact towards the price of purchase.

Here are the product brief for both of the new BMW 5 Series variants.

The New BMW 530e M Sport: 

The BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid with eDrive Technology is the most innovative model
in its class and serves up a dynamic experience, for which the BMW brand is renowned,
combined with outstanding efficiency and seamless everyday practicality. Now, the New
BMW 530e M Sport will bring efficiency to a higher level of driving performance with the
M Sport Package.

The New BMW 530e M Sport is framed by BMW Individual high-gloss Shadow Line and
is accentuated by the ornamental kidney grille with Active Air Stream for optimum
aerodynamics. The M designation meanwhile sits on the front side panel. The New
BMW 530e M Sport also features LED fog lights and adaptive LED headlights as a
standard and is combined with BMW Selective Beam, an anti-dazzle high-beam
assistant.


Pure dynamism also exudes from the new 19-inch M light alloy Double-Spoke 664 M
wheels in black with mixed tyres. These will provide unmatched driving agility, complete
with the flat tyre indicator to ensure safety. The vehicle also features the M Sport brake
with blue-painted brake callipers with M designation. Along the rear of the New BMW
530e M Sport are two-sided exhaust tailpipe finishers with a trapezoidal design in light
chrome that further underlines its Motorsport DNA.

Powering the New BMW 530e M Sport is the inline 4-cylinder BMW TwinPower Turbo 2-
litre petrol engine combined with the BMW eDrive system’s electric motor. The overall
system output is 252hp and 420Nm of torque, enabling the car to sprint from 0 to 100
km/h in 6.2 seconds. With a top speed of 235 km/h, the New BMW 530e M Sport
consumes only 2.3l/100km of fuel with a lowered CO 2 emission of 53g/km.


In terms of safety, the New BMW 530e M Sport benefits from the Dynamic Stability
Control (DSC) that is complemented by Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Cornering
Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) and the Antilock Braking System
(ABS) with Brake Assist.

Inside, the New BMW 530e M Sport boasts an interior design language driven by
superior comfort and convenience. The business sedan features the exclusive M leather
steering wheel, M illuminated door sill finishers and M-specific pedals along with stylish
sport seats for both the driver and the passenger – allowing a sense of thrill familiar to
the BMW M Sport variants. The New BMW 530e M Sport is furnished with Dakota
Leather upholstery and the BMW Individual anthracite headliner. Further accentuating
its athletic style are the interior trim finishers in Aluminium Rhombicle and highlight trim
finishers in Pearl Chrome. Illumination within the car is provided by ambient lighting in
11 predefined designs incorporating six different colours.

As the most innovative model in its class, the New BMW 530e M Sport is intelligently
equipped with BMW ConnectedDrive services – an all-encompassing digital service
designed to aid personal mobility which integrates the vehicle into the user’s digital life
via multiple touchpoints. The multifunction display with a high-resolution 12.3” colour
interface using black-panel technology is specially designed for the instrument cluster in
front of the driver. The new business sedan is also equipped with Navigation System
Professional that features a 10.25” touchscreen interface.

For additional convenience, the New BMW 530e M Sport offers Comfort Access –
providing seamless opening and closing of vehicle doors along with contactless tailgate
operation. The new business sedan also features automatic air-conditioning with 4-zone
control.

Driving Assistance is provided to the New BMW 530e M Sport via Lane Departure and
Change Warning, front collision alert with brake intervention, rear collision prevention
and crossing-traffic warning. Owners can also benefit from Cruise Control with braking
function. The New BMW 530e M Sport is also equipped with the Parking Assistant for
automatic parallel and perpendicular parking.

The New BMW 530e M Sport is available in Black Sapphire or Sophisto Grey, paired
with either the Black or Night Blue Leather Dakota upholstery; or in Bluestone or Alpine
White paired with Black Leather Dakota upholstery.

The New BMW 520i Luxury

Set to be an icon of affluence, the New BMW 520i Luxury represents a new dimension
in driving luxury, with exterior chrome optics, Leather Dakota upholstery and Sensatec
dashboard.

The Chrome Line Exterior of the New BMW 520i Luxury immediately places the sedan
at centre-stage. Its sleek design is showcased through the ornamental kidney grille
plated in chrome, along with select chrome elements on the front bumper. The New
BMW 520i Luxury is also equipped with LED fog lights and adaptive LED headlights.
The ultimate business sedan also boasts new 18” light alloy V-spoke wheels in style 684
with run-flat tyres, complete with a flat tyre indicator. Along the rear of the New BMW
520i Luxury are the chrome exhaust tailpipe finishers.

The New BMW 520i Luxury is also powered by the inline four-cylinder BMW TwinPower
Turbo 2.0-litre petrol engine which generates up to 184hp and a peak torque of 290Nm.
Affixed with the 8-Speed Steptronic transmission, the New BMW 520i Luxury can
accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds. It has a top speed of 235km/h. The
business sedan consumes 6.2l/100km of fuel with a CO 2 emission of 141g/km.

In terms of safety, the New BMW 520i Luxury benefits from the same high-level safety
features as the New BMW 530e M Sport. They include the Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) that is complemented by Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Cornering Brake
Control (CBC), Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) and the Antilock Braking System (ABS)
with Brake Assist.

Inside, the New BMW 520i Luxury is furnished with exquisite Dakota leather upholstery
and interior trim finishers in black high-gloss. The driver steers with a sport leather
steering wheel in the comfort of a sports seat, also fitted for the passenger of the New
BMW 520i Luxury. It also features a Sensatec dashboard and aluminium door sill
finishers that have front and rear illumination. Additionally, the new business sedan
features relaxing ambient lighting in 11 predefined designs, available in six spectacular
colours.

Like the New BMW 530e M Sport, the New BMW 520i Luxury is also equipped with
BMW ConnectedDrive features including Intelligent Emergency Call and Teleservices. It
also features Bluetooth and USB connectivity, with extended smartphone connectivity.
The New BMW 520i Luxury benefits from a 10.25” touchscreen interface of the
Navigation System Professional. A high-resolution 12.3” multifunctional instrument
display with black-panel technology and a 20GB memory hard drive for audio files are
both affixed for all infotainment needs.

The BMW 520i Luxury is also complete with a variety of comfort features including
Comfort Access, automatic air-conditioning with 4-zone control, Driving Assistance
which also includes Cruise Control with braking function, Parking Assistant and the rear
view camera.

Colour offerings for the New BMW 520i Luxury include Black Sapphire, Glacier Silver,
Imperial Blue or Alpine White, paired with Black Leather Dakota upholstery, featuring
exclusive stitching in contrast Black.
Dynamic financial services.

With Easy Drive from BMW Group Financial Services Malaysia, ownership of the New
BMW 530e M Sport starts from RM 4,558.00 per month, and ownership of the New
BMW 520i Luxury starts from RM 4,428.00 per month. These are based on the
estimates of an 80% loan on a four-year tenure, with a mileage capped at 20,000km per
year.

Complete premium ownership experience.
Owners of the New BMW 530e M Sport and BMW 520i Luxury will experience the
complete BMW Group Malaysia Premium Ownership experience which includes:
 BMW 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty with Free Scheduled Service
Program
 BMW 2-Year/ 24 Month Tyre Warranty Program for its Run Flat Tyre
offering and services
 BMW Roadside Assistance and Accident Hotline
 The BMW Group Loyalty+ Mobile App - BMW White Card
 BMW Service Online

BMW 530e M Sport Photos















BMW 520i Luxury Photos














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