• By Divanshi Sharma
  • Thu, 04 Apr 2024 03:58 PM (IST)
  • Source:JND

BMW i5 M60 xDrive Pre-Bookings: German automotive giant BMW India is gearing up for the launch of its all-electric sedan, the i5 M60 xDrive. The manufacturer has opened the pre-bookings for the upcoming i5 M60 xDrive. The BMW i5 M60 xDrive will be brought to India via the CBU route and is expected to hit the Indian market soon. The upcoming electric sedan will be available in limited quantities and its deliveries are expected to start nationwide in May 2024. The BMW i5 M60 xDrive can be booked at authorised BMW dealerships and through BMW official online website.

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BMW i5 M60 xDrive - Specs, Battery And Range 

In terms of powertrain, the BMW i5 M60 xDrive is equipped with a dual motor setup that puts out a power output of 600 bhp and 820 Nm of torque. This configuration enables the electric sedan to accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in just 3.8 seconds. Moreover, the BMW i5 M60 xDrive also gets a 81.2kWh lithium-ion battery pack that delivers a claimed driving range of up to 516 km on a single charge, as per the WLTP cycle.

Vikram Pawah, President of BMW Group India, expressed excitement about the pre-launch bookings for the BMW i5 M60 xDrive. He said, “We are very excited to announce the pre-launch bookings of the first-ever BMW i5 M60 xDrive in India. The BMW i5 M60 xDrive is an epic athlete - it captivates from start to finish, and leads with elegant design, innovative technology and dynamic performance. BMW Group India has been a leader in the electric luxury car segment for two consecutive years, offering the most versatile portfolio - BMW i7, BMW iX, BMW i4, BMW iX1 and MINI SE. With the introduction of the first-ever BMW i5 M60 xDrive, we will further enhance the exceptionally diverse and innovative lineup of electric vehicles, and strengthen BMW Group India’s position in the Indian electric luxury car segment.”

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BMW iX xDrive50 

Earlier this year, BMW India also introduced the iX electric SUV equipped with xDrive50 technology in the country. The iX xDrive50 variant has been launched in India at a price of Rs  1.39 crore (ex-showroom). This new variant has expanded the iX lineup which was initially launched in 2021. The BMW iX is now available with two variants: the xDrive50 and the xDrive40. The iX xDrive40 variant is currently available at a price of Rs 1.20 crore (ex-showroom).