First BMW i5 M60 electric sedan launched in India — check price, colour options, features

KV Prasad Jun 13, 2022, 06:35 AM IST (Published)

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BMW India, on Thursday, April 25, launched the i5 electric sedan as the i5 M60 xDrive, marking the debut of the electric 5 Series in India with a BMW M Performance model. Priced at ₹1.20 crore (ex-showroom), the i5 M60 xDrive is a single-trim offering, imported to India as a full-import CBU.

A single-trim offering means that the car is available in one configuration, without any variations or options in terms of features, equipment, or specifications.

Buyers can choose from various colours, including metallic options such as M Brooklyn Grey, M Carbon Black, Cape York Green, Phytonic Blue, Black Sapphire, Sophiosto Grey, Oxide Grey, and Mineral White; as well as a non-metallic option, Alpine White.

Vikram Pawah, President of BMW Group India, commented on the launch, stating, “It brings together the legacy of eight generations of the sportiest executive sedan – the ‘5’, adrenaline-laden performance of ‘M,’ and the sustainability of ‘i’.”

While retaining the exterior body of the regular 5 Series, the i5 M60 has a sportier appearance. The kidney grille now features a glossy-black blanked off panel with LED illumination. The headlamps have a sweeping design with crescent-shaped LED lamps and large air intakes. The i5 M60 features 20-inch alloy wheels and thin LED taillamps with a wraparound design in the rear.

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Unlike the upcoming 5 Series, which will be offered in its long-wheelbase version in India, the i5 is presented in its standard wheelbase.

Inside, the i5 boasts the latest BMW interiors, including a 12.3-inch instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch infotainment display. The layout, inspired by the 7 Series/i7, has a minimalist design. The cabin includes several M-specific elements like carbon fibre trim, M-specific displays, an M-steering wheel, sports seats, and a dark roof lining. Features include a 4-zone climate control, 360-degree camera, panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, and electrically adjustable seats.

The BMW i5 M60 comes with an 83.9 kWh battery pack, providing a WLTP claimed range of 516 km on a single charge. WLTP stands for Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure, an internationally recognised standard for measuring the fuel consumption and emissions of vehicles, including electric vehicles.

It’s powered by two electric motors producing a total of 601 bhp and 795 Nm of torque. BMW claims the i5 M60 can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 3.8 seconds, with a top speed of 230 kmph.

The car comes with an 11 kW AC charger, and customers can opt for a 22 kW AC charger at an additional cost. With 205 kW DC charging, the battery can be charged from 10 to 80% in under 30 minutes.

The BMW i5 M60 xDrive does not have direct competition in the Indian electric sedan market. Recently, the BMW 5 Series/i5 was awarded the 2024 World Luxury Car by the World Car Awards.

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