From the summer of 2014, the pleasure of driving and high-level efficiency can be experienced in a whole new dimension. BMW is extending its range of engines and is presenting a new generation of four-cylinder diesel engines for the BMW 5 Series and additional engine variants for the BMW 2 Series Coupe, the BMW 4 Series Convertible and the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe.
On the BMW 518d and BMW 520d models, maximum output has been increased by 7 hp. This is combined with substantially reduced fuel consumption and emissions. Delivering 190 hp, the BMW 520d Sedan in conjunction with the 8-speed Steptronic transmission returns an average fuel consumption of 4.1 – 4.5 litres/100 kilometres and a CO2 emission rating of 109 to 119 grams per kilometre and thus establishes new standards in the premium segment of the upper midrange class.
The entry models deliver a maximum output of 150 hp. This allows the BMW 518d Sedan to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds (BMW 518d Touring: 9.1 seconds). Average fuel consumption according to the EU test cycle is a mere 4.3 to 4.7 litres/100 kilometres (BMW 518d Touring: 4.6 to 5.0 litres.) The CO2 emission rate is 114 to 124 grams (122 to 132 grams) per kilometre (values dependent on selected tyre format).
The launch of the new generation has an even stronger impact on the BMW 520d and the BMW 520d xDrive. Maximum output is up by 7 hp to 190 hp. Maximum torque has been increased by 20 Nm to 400 Nm. This ensures that they can achieve dynamic acceleration from standing: the BMW 520d Sedan accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds, the BMW 520d Touring in 8.1 seconds. The figures for the four-wheel models are as follows: 7.9 seconds (Sedan) and 8.2 seconds (Touring). At the same time, consumption according to the EU test cycle has been dramatically reduced. Consumption is rated at 4.3 to 4.7 litres for the BMW 520d Sedan (CO2 emission: 114 – 124 g/km), 4.6 to 5.0 litres for the BMW 520d Touring (CO2 emission: 122 – 132 g/km), 4.7 to 5.1 litres for the BMW 520d xDrive Sedan (CO2 emission: 124 – 134 g/km) and 5.1 to 5.4 litres for the BMW 520d xDrive Touring (CO2 emission: 133 – 143 g/km).
As many as ten new model variants will be introduced to the BMW 4 Series. An additional petrol engine and three additional diesel engines will be available for the 4 Series Convertible. From the summer of 2014, two straight six-cylinder diesel engines will be on offer for the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe. Moreover, two additional petrol engines can be combined with BMW xDrive.
The new generation of the radio Professional and the navigation system Business featured by the BMW 1 Series, BMW 2 Series and BMW 5 Series models ensures additional comfort and driving pleasure. Furthermore, a fascinating innovation will find its way into the BMW 1 Series, BMW 2 Series, BMW 3 Series, BMW 4 Series and BMW 5 Series. On vehicles equipped with an 8-speed Steptronic transmission and a navigation system, a proactive drive system identifies and takes into account the current route features when determining the ideal moment to change gears. Further innovative options available from the summer of 2014 include the Edition Exclusive for the premium BMW 7 Series sedans and a comprehensive extension of the selection of BMW Individual equipment features.
