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Munich. The BMW Group and E.ON are working together to integrate the electric car into the home and the intelligent energy system of the future. 
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As a first step, the strategic cooperation now makes it possible to set up a charging ecosystem in customers' homes that intelligently and automatically integrates BMW and MINI vehicles into the building's PV power generation and household consumers.
The "Connected Home Charging" package can be ordered for all electric BMW and MINI vehicles (BEV+PHEV) directly via the vehicle configurator on the internet. (www.bmw.de; www.mini.de) Pilot markets are Germany, Italy, Denmark, Norway and Sweden. Customers here can conveniently obtain all components and services from a single provider.

The core elements of the solution are the BMW / MINI Wallbox Plus as an intelligent charge point a smart meter with back-end connection as a basis for all Connected Home Charging services, and all installation and set up work by E.ON. Customers can make system settings intuitively in the familiar MyBMW App or MINI App.

The digital and automated control of energy flows allows residents of buildings with PV power generation to benefit from lower charging costs and increase their level of self-sufficiency, while the optimised use of green energy contributes to climate protection.

The price of the Connected Home Charging package for customers in Germany, depending on installation is €1,769 including VAT. After 3 years, the smart services can be extended via the BMW / MINI Connected Drive Store.

The Connected Home Charging package can also be ordered for BMW i4, i5, i7, iX1, iX2, iX3, iX, MINI Cooper SE, MINI Countryman SE and all BMW / MINI plug-in hybrids delivered before April 2024 via all BMW / MINI retailers.

Home and electric car as a shared energy ecosystem 

With the Connected Home Charging Package from BMW and E.ON, for example, solar surplus charging can be used: The electric car can be charged with the energy produced on the roof.

"Together with E.ON, we are making the car a key element of the smart home, with BMW and MINI electric cars at its heart. This brings balance to the private energy ecosystem, reducing energy costs for our customers and improving their carbon footprint by optimising the use of green energy. The cooperation will also enable us to integrate intelligently into the energy market in the future," says Dominik Becks, Head of New Business Areas for Energy Services at the BMW Group.

"Because green driving doesn't work without green charging, I'm delighted that we are working with BMW to offer drivers of electric BMWs and MINIs not only energy management but also solar charging as a first step. This will allow drivers to choose whether they want to charge their cars using their own solar power. According to our survey, 67 percent of electric car drivers in Germany, who live in their own house, have a solar system. So we are convinced that our joint Connected Home Charging solution can offer many people added value for even more efficient energy use," says Mathias Wiecher, CCO of E.ON Drive.

Joint implementation of bidirectional charging

As part of the cooperation between BMW and E.ON, more features will be implemented in the future. This includes cost-optimised charging, which allows customers to participate in price trends on the electricity market, in order to charge at particularly low prices at certain times. With the BMW New Class from 2025, the Connected Home Charging offer will also be extended to include bi-directional charging. This technology allows customers to use the high-voltage battery of the electric vehicle as a storage unit and later feed the stored electricity back into the grid or use it in their own household.
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Both partners can also draw on the results of joint research projects on bi-directional charging with a fleet of BMW i3.
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BMW / MINI Charging: Charging on the go with convenience, transparency and high network coverage.

In addition to intelligent solutions for home charging, customers can also rely on convenient solutions from BMW / MINI Charging when charging on the go. The main advantage is the attractive kilowatt-hour prices for AC and DC charging in the Active tariff in Europe, regardless of the charging infrastructure operator and regardless of the price displayed at the charging station.

The High Power Charging network of the BMW Group subsidiary IONITY is also integrated into the BMW charging network.

With just one registration, BMW / MINI Charging offers access to more than 588,000 public charging points in 29 countries in Europe alone. With coverage of more than 95 percent of all public charging networks, BMW / MINI Charging is one of the top providers.

BMW / MINI Charging customers worldwide have access to more than two million charging points, in collaboration with international partners.

The Multi Contract function is groundbreaking and unique. Customers can store up to five individual Plug & Charge-capable traction current contracts from different providers digitally in the vehicle. The authentication required for the charging process and billing takes place automatically at compatible charging points.

In case of queries, please contact:

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Wieland Brúch, Tel.: +49 89 382-72652, E-mail: wieland.bruch@bmw.de

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Karen Peemöller, Mobile: +49 152 091 286 23, E-mail: Karen.Peemoeller@eon.com

The BMW Group

With its four brands BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad, the BMW Group is the world’s leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles and also provides premium financial and mobility services. The BMW Group production network comprises over 30 production sites worldwide; the company has a global sales network in more than 140 countries.

In 2023, the BMW Group sold over 2.55 million passenger vehicles and more than 209,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in the financial year 2023 was € 17.1 billion on revenues amounting to € 155.5 billion. As of 31 December 2023, the BMW Group had a workforce of 154,950 employees.

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Munich. BMW has been setting standards in the development and production of special protection vehicles that combine the driving experience typical of the brand with the highest safety standards for more than four decades. Professional drivers need special knowledge and skills in order to be able to exploit the full potential of these armoured vehicles, which are equipped with special safety-relevant functions, in everyday use. These are taught in the BMW Security Vehicle Training courses. With the current portfolio of special protection vehicles and the intensive training courses for their drivers under the guidance of experienced instructors, BMW has created a comprehensive range of tailor-made security products from a single source.

The training programmes are designed for professional drivers who want to improve their skills in handling special-protection vehicles in order to be optimally prepared for extreme situations. As one of Europe's most renowned test and inspection centres for vehicle safety, the training centre in Groß Dölln near Berlin provides the ideal setting. The former military airfield, where the authorities also train their emergency services, was converted into a state-of-the-art driving centre in 2002 and is now the perfect venue for theory lessons and driving exercises for BMW Security Vehicle Training.

Driving techniques and escape manoeuvres: Driving safely in dangerous situations.

The two-stage BMW Security Vehicle Training course was developed for participants who, as professional drivers, are responsible for the safety of their passengers. The BMW instructors teach the basics of driving physics and driving technique as well as tactical knowledge that will help drivers to act safely and confidently even in extreme situations. Under the guidance of the instructors, they learn to test and improve their driving skills in realistic practice scenarios, even under challenging conditions - such as in escape situations. With a maximum of eight participants per group and two passengers per vehicle, an intensive and personalised learning experience is guaranteed.

The two-day basic training course focuses on basic driving techniques using special protection vehicles. Due to their armouring and the associated additional weight, special protection vehicles have a specific driving behaviour that must be taken into account when handling them. The first day's training includes various driving elements, including emergency braking and evasive manoeuvres, as well as exercises in the dark. The night training programme includes braking and evasive manoeuvres on a slalom course, alternating between high beam, dipped beam and parking lights. To simulate the ability to orientate and react to threat scenarios on an unfamiliar route, the participants are also confronted with explosions on a confusing forest road.

On the second day, in addition to high-speed handling and evasive manoeuvres in bends, the curriculum includes a real threat scenario with a simulated vehicle attack. The J-turn is an effective escape manoeuvre that involves turning the vehicle from reverse to forward without losing speed to escape a dangerous situation in the opposite direction. Other key components of the basic module include anticipatory driving and the ability to maintain a perfect overview even under stress.

Confident handling in authentically simulated extreme situations.

Building on this, the BMW Security Vehicle Training Level 2 completes and deepens the skills acquired in the basic course. The three-day advanced course also covers extreme situations such as escape manoeuvres under fire and driving exercises with vehicle contact.

Pyrotechnic effects, night-time ambushes and crash scenarios with significant bodywork damage also test the mental strength of the training participants. They learn how to control an armoured vehicle under extreme conditions during high-speed pace car laps on the race track. The BMW Security Vehicle Training provides professional drivers with all the skills they need to meet the highest security requirements and offer their passengers optimum protection.

The learning content is also supplemented by off-road training with the BMW X5 Protection VR6 (WLTP combined (preliminary data): Energy consumption 13.4 l/100km; CO2 emissions 305 g/km; CO2 class G). The training participants have to negotiate various inclines with the special protection vehicle, which is around one ton heavier than its base model due to its armouring, and drive at an angle just below the tipping angle. In addition, sand crossings and locking manoeuvres, where only two wheels touch the ground in rough terrain, are practised.

BMW 7 Series Protection and BMW i7 Protection: Integrated protection concept for maximum safety.

Together with the BMW 7 Series Protection (WLTP combined (preliminary data): Energy consumption 14.6 l/100km; CO2 emissions 328 g/km; CO2 class G), the all-electric BMW i7 (WLTP combined (preliminary data): Energy consumption 30.0 kWh/100km; CO2 emissions 0 g/km; CO2 class A) and the BMW X5 Protection VR6, the entire range of current BMW special protection vehicles is available to training participants. The BMW 7 Series Protection and the BMW i7 Protection combine their integrated protection concept with remarkable ride comfort and spaciousness, advanced equipment features and brand’s hallmark driving dynamics.

The globally unique protection concept includes the BMW Protection Core, which was already used in the development of the regular BMW 7 Series. It forms a self-supporting protection cell made of armour-plated steel, which is combined with protected doors, underbody armour and safety glass. The BMW 7 Series Protection and the BMW i7 Protection are classified in resistance class VR9 according to the internationally recognised official test criteria of the Association of Test Centres for Attack-Resistant Materials and Constructions (VPAM). The glass even meets the requirements of the highest resistance class for civilian special protection vehicles, VPAM 10. As an option, the new BMW 7 Series Protection is also available with partial protection in defined areas of the body against VPAM 10 ammunition.

Model-specific suspension technology, which is precisely matched to the weight of the special protection, ensures high agility and superior performance even in dangerous situations. Unique features include integral active steering as standard and 20-inch alloy wheels with PAX tyres, which allow the vehicle to continue driving even in the event of a complete loss of air pressure. Only a few details distinguish the special Protection models from the standard BMW 7 Series with M Sport Package. The BMW 7 Series Protection is powered by a 390 kW/530 hp V8 engine. The BMW i7 Protection is the world's first certified special protection sedan with a all-electric drive. Its two electric motors generate a system output of up to 400 kW/544 hp.

BMW X5 Protection VR6: Discreet, sporty appearance and added safety.

As the most powerful, dynamic and best-selling special protection vehicle of its kind in the world, the BMW X5 Protection VR6 also plays a special role in the brand's model range. Its design is almost indistinguishable from that of the standard model, giving it a discreet appearance with a sporty touch. Its integrated protective equipment was already taken into account during the series development of the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV). This includes body armour and safety glass, which are specially designed for each model. As a result, the BMW X5 Protection VR6 also meets the requirements of the Association of Test Centres for Attack-Resistant Materials and Constructions (VPAM) with regard to bullet and blast resistance.

The chassis technology of the BMW X5 Protection VR6 is precisely tuned to its high engine output and individual weight balance. It is equipped as standard with the Adaptive M Chassis Professional, which, in addition to the M Sport Differential, includes an integrated active steering system and active roll stabilisation. Its 390 kW/530 hp V8 engine delivers outstanding dynamics, while the standard sport brake system ensures consistently high stopping power, even under intensive use.

Further information on BMW Security Vehicle Training and the brand's special protection vehicles is available online at BMW M [https://www.bmw-m.com/de/fastlane/driving-experience/professional-experience/bmw-protection-professional.html] and BMW [https://www.bmw.de/de/topics/faszination-bmw/grosskunden-behoerden/Sonderschutzfahrzeuge.html].

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Johannes Lacher, Product Communication BMW Automobiles

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In 2023, the BMW Group sold over 2.55 million passenger vehicles and more than 209,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in the financial year 2023 was € 17.1 billion on revenues amounting to € 155.5 billion. As of 31 December 2023, the BMW Group had a workforce of 154,950 employees.

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Munich. Additions to the line-up of drive systems and the range of optional extras are set to further increase the appeal and diversity of the BMW product range from spring 2024. The BMW i5 Sedan and BMW iX2 fully electric models will each be available from March 2024 with an additional drive system variant. The drive system offerings for the BMW X2 and BMW XM have also been expanded. The innovative Highway Assistant will bring increased comfort levels over longer journeys to more of the brand’s model series. And additional exterior paint finishes will be offered for the BMW 5 Series Sedan, BMW X2 and BMW iX2. Customers will also be able to order the business sedan with new variants of the BMW Individual Merino leather trim.

Attractive new features will also be introduced in spring 2024 in the area of digital services. These include easier use of the voice assistant Siri (as part of the integration of the Apple iPhone into cars specified with BMW Operating System 9), and the optimised display of ratings for charging stations for fully electric and plug-in hybrid BMW models. The steady expansion of the range of functions for the My BMW App also continues.

BMW i5 xDrive40: third fully electric variant of the business sedan.

A third fully electric variant will be added to the new BMW 5 Series Sedan line-up in March 2024. The new BMW i5 xDrive40 Sedan (electric power consumption, combined: 20.0 – 17.2 kWh/100 km in the WLTP cycle) has two highly integrated electric drive units at the front and rear axle which together develop a system output of up to 290 kW/394 hp and peak torque of 590 Nm (435 lb-ft). Underpinned by the resultant electric all-wheel drive, the BMW i5 xDrive40 Sedan accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.4 seconds. Its top speed is limited to 215 km/h (134 mph).

The third fully electric model variant of the new business sedan stores its energy in a high-voltage battery positioned deep in the vehicle floor. The battery delivers 81.2 kWh of usable energy. The car’s Combined Charging Unit enables AC charging at a rate of 11 kW as standard and 22 kW as an option. And it also allows DC charging at fast-charging stations at up to 205 kW. This means the range of the BMW i5 xDrive40 Sedan can be increased by 156 kilometres (97 miles) in the space of ten minutes. The likewise standard Plug & Charge Multi Contract function enables automatic authentication of the car at public charging points. The range of the new BMW i5 xDrive40 Sedan as calculated in the WLTP cycle is 463 – 538 kilometres (288 – 334 miles).

Additional exterior paint finishes can be specified for all model variants of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan from March 2024. The spectrum of colours will now also include the BMW Individual Frozen Portimao Blue metallic and BMW Individual Malachite Green metallic variants. At the same time, the business sedan will also be offered with extremely exclusive BMW Individual special paint finishes. BMW Individual has come up with around 150 eye-catching shades (solid, metallic and matt) for this product area. All BMW Individual special paint finishes stand out with their impressive depth of colour and exceptional lustre. Customers can unlock an overview of the variants for the new BMW 5 Series Sedan using the BMW Individual Visualizer, which can be accessed via a link in the vehicle configurator.

Added to which, extra variants of the seat and interior surfaces for the new BMW 5 Series Sedan are also available. If the optional comfort seats have been specified, the BMW Individual Merino leather trim can also be specified in the bi-colour variants Dark Violet/Atlas Grey and Taupe Grey/Atlas Grey from March 2024.

New entry-level variant for the BMW iX2; launch of the BMW X2 xDrive20d.

BMW’s current model offensive in the area of electric mobility also brings additional variety to the premium compact segment. A new entry-level variant of the fully electric BMW iX2 will go on sale in March 2024. The new BMW iX2 eDrive20 (electric power consumption, combined: 16.9 – 15.3 kWh/100 km in the WLTP cycle) takes a particularly economical route to delivering locally emission-free driving pleasure in a compact Sports Activity Coupé (SAC). Powered by a 150 kW/204 hp electric motor at the front axle, it sprints from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.6 seconds and posts a range of 439 – 478 kilometres (273 – 297 miles) in the WLTP cycle. Its top speed is limited to 170 km/h (106 mph).

The high-voltage battery in the new BMW iX2 eDrive20 serves up 64.78 kWh of usable energy and can be charged from AC sources at 11 kW as standard and up to 22 kW as an option. DC charging is possible at up to 130 kW. Thanks to extremely efficient charging software and predictive heat management capability, brief stops are enough to significantly increase the battery charge. In ten minutes hooked up to a fast-charging station, the BMW iX2 eDrive20 can take on sufficient energy to boost its range by 120 kilometres (75 miles). The BMW iX2 eDrive20 is also equipped for using the Plug & Charge Multi Contract function as standard.

Lining up alongside the new entry-level variant of the BMW iX2 is the new BMW X2 xDrive20d (fuel consumption, combined: 5.2 – 4.8 litres/100 km [54.3 – 58.9 mpg imp]; CO₂ emissions, combined: 136 – 125 g/km in the WLTP cycle). The second diesel variant of the compact SAC is distinguished by even more rapid power delivery and even greater efficiency courtesy of 48V mild hybrid technology. Its 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine links up with an electric motor integrated into the seven-speed Steptronic transmission with double clutch. The motor serves as a crankshaft-driven starter generator and can both ease the load on the diesel engine and act in unison with it. The drive system develops maximum output of 120 kW/163 hp (developed by the combination of the combustion engine with up to 110 kW/150 hp and the electric motor with up to 14 kW/19 hp) and peak torque of 400 Nm / 295 lb-ft (developed by the combination of the combustion engine with up to 360 Nm / 265 lb-ft and the electric motor with up to 55 Nm / 41 lb-ft), all of which is channelled to the road via the intelligent all-wheel-drive system BMW xDrive. This allows the BMW X2 xDrive20d to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.6 seconds. Top speed is 207 km/h (129 mph).

From March 2024, all model variants of the new BMW X2 and new BMW iX2 will also be available with an expanded range of exterior paint finishes. Frozen Black metallic is a new addition to the selection.

BMW XM 50e: high performance with maximum efficiency.

As the latest offshoot of the first ever electrified high-performance model from BMW M GmbH, the new BMW XM 50e (fuel consumption, combined: 1.7 – 1.3 litres/100 km [166.2 – 217.3 mpg imp]; electric power consumption, combined: 32.2 – 31.5 kWh/100 km; CO₂ emissions, combined: 37 – 30 g/km in the WLTP cycle) blends signature M dynamism, extrovert design and progressive interior luxury with maximum efficiency. Its M HYBRID drive system is composed of a six-cylinder in-line petrol engine and an electric motor integrated, together with its power electronics, into the eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission. This combination produces system output of 350 kW/476 hp (developed by the combination of the combustion engine with up to 230 kW/313 hp and the electric motor with up to 145 kW/197 hp) and maximum system torque of 700 Nm / 516 lb-ft (developed by the combination of the combustion engine with up to 450 Nm / 332 lb-ft and the electric motor with up to 280 Nm / 206 lb-ft).

The latest version of the 3.0-litre combustion engine fitted in the BMW XM 50e owes its enhanced performance characteristics among other things to the Miller combustion cycle, dual injection, an exhaust manifold integrated into the cylinder head and VANOS variable camshaft timing, which now works electrically. The electric motor has a pre-gearing stage patented by BMW, which allows the effective torque at the transmission input for the motor to be increased to 450 Nm (332 lb-ft). The top speed of the high-performance model – which is also equipped with the all-wheel-drive system M xDrive – is an electronically limited 250 km/h (155 mph). Thanks to an electric range of 77 – 83 kilometres (48 – 52 miles) in the WLTP cycle, the BMW XM 50e can cover much of its everyday mileage – e.g. in urban centres – with zero local emissions. And it can also be driven on electric power alone beyond the city limits at speeds of up to 140 km/h (87 mph).

The most efficient version of the new M HYBRID system comes together with the extraordinary presence of the unmistakable high-performance model in the Sports Activity Vehicle segment. The model-specific design features of the new variant include the black accent band along the sides of the car, plus a surround for the BMW kidney grille and trim detailing for the rear diffuser (both in Pearl-effect Chrome), exhaust tailpipe trim in Black high-gloss and silver-coloured bordering for the model badge. Customers wishing to bring an extra personal touch to the interior of their new BMW XM 50e – which also offers a unique combination of modern sports car flair and extravagant luxury with its M-specific cockpit, M multifunction seats, sculptural headliner and M Lounge in the rear compartment – can specify features including exclusive Vintage leather for the upper section of the instrument panel and door trim panels.

Highway Assistant: innovative Level 2 functionality for more models.

Relaxed travel over long distances and an impressive experience of semi-automated driving are the specialities of the Highway Assistant, which made its debut in the new BMW 5 Series Sedan and is now also available for other current BMW models.

As an additional function of the Steering and Lane Control Assistant included in the optional Driving Assistant Professional, the Highway Assistant takes over the vehicle’s speed control, distance control and steering on motorways with structurally separated carriageways when travelling at up to 135 km/h (84 mph). The driver can take their hands off the steering wheel and put them in a comfortable position, provided they continue to pay attention to what is happening on the road and are able to take over the steering again at any time. This Level 2 – as determined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) – semi-automated driving function will also be available for the BMW 7 Series luxury sedan, BMW iX, BMW XM, BMW X5, BMW X6 and BMW X7 from spring 2024.

The Active Lane Change Assistant with eye confirmation included as part of the new Highway Assistant adds another layer to the semi-automated driving experience. As soon as the traffic situation permits, it is capable of performing the necessary steering movements for an overtaking manoeuvre, for example, and adjusting the vehicle’s speed as required. Plus, for the first time, the driver is able to initiate a lane change suggested by this system by simply looking in the exterior mirror to confirm it.

New digital services, My BMW App with additional functions.

Among the digital services available for the first time from spring 2024 is the extended smartphone integration for vehicles equipped with BMW Operating System 9. This enables the Siri voice assistant for the Apple iPhone to be activated directly by voice command and without needing to also press the push-to-talk button. Elsewhere, the cloud-based navigation system BMW Maps now boasts improved display of information on charging stations. The available images and ratings are shown both in the list of search results and in the detailed display. The charging station ratings will now be shown clearly on a scale of zero to five stars. 

Added to which, in numerous European countries the BMW iDrive display and control/operation system in many current models also enables digital payment of parking fees and – in Germany – also fuel top-ups from inside the car. As with payment of parking fees, this uses the credit card information pre-stored in the vehicle apps.

As a universal digital interface for data exchange between the customer and their car, the My BMW App offers an ever-expanding number of functions. From spring 2024, Comfort Access with the BMW Digital Key Plus will be integrated into the My BMW App in vehicles equipped with BMW Operating System 8, 8.5 or 9. In addition, the map view for selecting navigation destinations imported into the vehicle has been newly designed. This also improves the search function and the visibility of the most relevant content. Map and routing functions will in future be proposed based on current vehicle or user contexts.

Finally, the new E-mobility Analysis function will also be added to the My Trips menu item in the My BMW App. Based on the customer’s driving behaviour, this function proposes the BMW model with all-electric drive system most suited to them. These recommendations are intended to help spark interest among users of combustion-engined vehicles in switching to an electric vehicle.

^{* All new models due to enter production in March 2024.
All figures relating to fuel/electric power consumption and emissions are provisional.}

^{All of the stated model variants, equipment features, technical data and fuel/electric power consumption and emissions figures relate to the offering in the German market.}

^{Official fuel consumption, CO2 emissions, electric power consumption and electric range figures were determined based on the prescribed measurement procedure in accordance with European Regulation (EC) 2007/715 in the version applicable. Where a range is shown, the WLTP figures take into account the impact of any optional extras.}

^{Only official figures based on the WLTP procedure are available for new models that have been type tested since 01.01.2021. In addition, according to EU Regulation 2022/195, the NEDC values will no longer be included in the EC certificates of conformity as of 01.01.2023. Further information on the WLTP and NEDC measurement procedures can also be found at www.bmw.de/wltp.}

^{Further information on official fuel consumption figures and specific CO2 emission values of new passenger cars is included in the following guideline: 'Leitfaden über den Kraftstoffverbrauch, die CO2-Emissionen und den Stromverbrauch neuer Personenkraftwagen ' (Guide to the fuel economy, CO2 emissions and electric power consumption of new passenger cars), which can be obtained free of charge from all dealerships, from Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760 Ostfildern-Scharnhausen and at https://www.dat.de/co2.}

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^{The BMW Group}

^{With its four brands BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad, the BMW Group is the world’s leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles and also provides premium financial and mobility services. The BMW Group production network comprises over 30 production sites worldwide; the company has a global sales network in more than 140 countries.}

^{In 2022, the BMW Group sold nearly 2.4 million passenger vehicles and more than 202,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in the financial year 2022 was € 23.5 billion on revenues amounting to
€ 142.6 billion. As of 31 December 2022, the BMW Group had a workforce of 149,475 employees.}

^{The success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term thinking and responsible action. The company set the course for the future at an early stage and consistently makes sustainability and efficient resource management central to its strategic direction, from the supply chain through production to the end of the use phase of all products.}

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Vienna. The BMW Group Hydrogen Days took place for the first time on September 26^th and September 27^th at the BMW Group branch in Vienna. Central Austrian industrial companies, including AVL, the BMW Group, Wien Energie, educational institutions such as TU Graz and the Hydrogen Partnership Austria platform, met for joint exchange with Austrian media and government representatives. In focus: Openness to technology and the central contribution of hydrogen to achieving climate neutrality in Austria in 2040.

Federal Minister Martin Kocher: “A technology-open approach is an important key to transforming the economy. This also includes the targeted use of hydrogen as an energy source. In recent years, Austrian companies and research institutions have achieved a technological advantage in the development and production of hydrogen-based solutions for the future, which needs to be strengthened. Strengthening the early hydrogen economy opens up new opportunities for sustainable growth and new areas of employment.”

Hydrogen in private transport: BMW Group`s call for action.

“The BMW Group clearly supports the diversification of emission-free drive types. As individual mobility changes, global markets are developing very differently. We also see potential here for vehicles powered by a hydrogen fuel cell. In Austria, we see a great deal of expertise in hydrogen technology, which also underlines the expertise of the companies and institutions that have come together here today,” explains Klaus von Moltke, Managing Director of BMW Group Plant Steyr.

For the BMW Group, hydrogen can play a key role in the energy revolution and thus in climate protection. It is one of the most efficient ways to store and transport renewable energy. This potential should also be used to accelerate the transformation of the mobility sector. The BMW Group is of the opinion that hydrogen is the missing piece of the puzzle for zero-emission mobility. According to the company, a single technology will not be enough to enable climate-neutral mobility worldwide.

The BMW Group is critical of the European approach, which focuses the use of hydrogen on applications in areas with high thermal energy: “With regard to charging infrastructure and grid stability, it makes sense to diversify zero-emission drives. Studies confirm that setting up two complementary infrastructures will be cheaper than building a single infrastructure that must overcome all challenges alone. In particular, the hydrogen supply will reduce peak loads and can thus reduce the necessary expansion of the power grid,” says Dr. Jürgen Guldner, Hydrogen Technology Program Manager, BMW Group. Jürgen Rechberger, VP Hydrogen & Fuel Cell AVL, adds: “Climate-neutral mobility is one of the major challenges of our time. In order to achieve a sustainable turnaround, it is important to include all solutions that bring us towards Net Zero CO2 and to use them where they have the greatest impact. Hydrogen and fuel cell technologies are an important key element in the technology mix of the future.” 

The current challenge: Cost and infrastructure.

Hydrogen vehicles offer clear advantages: they are free of local emissions, achieve a long range with a short refuelling time of three to four minutes. All experts agree that a comprehensive infrastructure is needed for successful implementation. “We want to significantly advance the sustainable hydrogen society, because we are convinced that green hydrogen must be part of the solution for a climate-neutral energy system,” says Johannes Jungbauer, Head of the Renewable Hydrogen Division, Wien Energie. Currently, you can only fill up with hydrogen at five locations in Austria. These are located in Vienna, Wiener Neudorf, Graz, Innsbruck and Asten.

Start of the BMW iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet in Europe.

In 2022, the company started producing the first hydrogen pilot series of the BMW iX5 Hydrogen. At the end of February 2023, the test fleet hit the roads worldwide - less than 100 vehicles will primarily be used in Europe, Japan, Korea, China, the USA and in the Middle East. The aim is to demonstrate the suitability of hydrogen vehicles for everyday use and to further promote the expansion of the water filling station infrastructure. In addition, the company will gain important insights for the development of a potential series product. Four of these vehicles are currently in use in Austria and will be available to selected stakeholders for testing purposes over the next few months.

Technical data of the BMW iX5 Hydrogen:

• Maximum output overall drive system: 295kW/401hp

• Hydrogen tank capacity: 6 kg hydrogen (gaseous)

• Acceleration 0-100 km/h < 6 s

• Top speed: over 180 km/h

• Range: 504 km according to WLTP

Contact person:

Gabriele Fink, Leiterin Kommunikation Europa

Telefon: +49 89 382 51375

E-Mail: Gabriele.Fink@bmw.de

Die BMW Group in Österreich

Die BMW Group ist seit über 40 Jahren ein starker Motor für den Wirtschaftsstandort Österreich. Mit Investitionen von über 8,5 Milliarden Euro seit 1977 trägt das Unternehmen seit Jahrzehnten erheblich zur wirtschaftlichen Stabilität und zum Wohlstand in unserem Land bei. 8.000 Menschen besitzen heute bei der BMW Group in Österreich einen attraktiven Arbeitsplatz. Im Jahr 2022 verbuchten die österreichischen Gesellschaften der BMW Group rund 7,6 Milliarden Euro Umsatz. Damit gehörte man zu den umsatzstärksten Unternehmen im Land. Mit 16.316 neu zugelassenen BMW und 2.202 MINI war man 2022 mit 36,9 Prozent Segmentanteil der führende Hersteller von Premium-Automobilen in Österreich. BMW Motorrad verzeichnet 2022 1.582 Neuzulassungen. Der Anteil im Segment Motorrad über 500 cm³ beläuft sich auf rund 14 Prozent. Am Standort Salzburg befindet sich die BMW Austria GmbH, verantwortlich für den Vertrieb der Marken BMW, MINI und BMW Motorrad in Österreich. Die BMW Vertriebs GmbH, das Headquarter für die Region Zentral- und Südosteuropa, betreut von hier aus insgesamt zwölf europäische Länder. In Salzburg befindet sich ebenfalls das Headquarter von BMW Group Financial Services für Zentral- und Südosteuropa. Die dazugehörige BMW Austria Bank GmbH bietet von Salzburg aus Finanzdienstleistungen und fahrzeugbezogene Versicherungen sowie Händlerfinanzierung in Österreich, Polen, Griechenland und weiteren CEEU-Ländern an.

In Steyr/OÖ produzieren 4.500 Mitarbeiter im weltweit größten BMW Group Motorenwerk jährlich über eine Million Benzin- und Dieselmotoren. Hier befindet sich auch ein bedeutendes Entwicklungszentrum für die Erforschung und Entwicklung neuer Antriebe. Die BMW Motoren GmbH in Steyr gehört heute zu den umsatz- und exportstärksten Industrieunternehmen Österreichs. Im Juni 2022 verkündete das Unternehmen den Einstieg in die Herstellung von E-Antrieben ab 2025. Künftig werden in Steyr pro Jahr über 600.000 E-Antriebe produziert – parallel zur anhaltend hohen Produktionsauslastung mit Diesel- und Benzinmotoren. Das Entwicklungszentrum in Steyr spielt eine zentrale Rolle bei der Entwicklung und Konzeption im Bereich der Elektromobilität.

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Munich/Dubai. The vehicles in the BMW iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet, which launched in February this year, have completed an intensive round of hot-weather testing in the United Arab Emirates for the first time. The car’s fuel cell drive system performed impressively in the face of temperatures rising to 45°C, as well as sand and dust, varying gradients and significant fluctuations in humidity.

The highly efficient fuel cell system, the two hydrogen tanks, the electric motor and the power battery teamed up with the central vehicle control unit to demonstrate their outstanding performance and state of readiness. The Munich-based development team examined both the functionality of all the electric systems under the extreme conditions and the provision of the cooling power to enable the full performance of the vehicle. The vehicles were able to ensure the driving dynamics for which BMW is renowned.

The BMW iX5 Hydrogen goes around the world
Vehicles from the pilot fleet are currently in action in Europe, Japan, Korea, China, the USA and the Middle East. The aim is to shine a spotlight on the everyday usability of hydrogen-powered vehicles, and beyond that to gain important knowledge for the development of a potential series-produced model. The BMW Group is using the pilot fleet to provide support on a regional level for the development of a refuelling infrastructure which can be used with 700-bar refuelling technology across all categories of vehicle – from passenger cars and small vans to buses and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Synergies between different areas of application also offer important scope for developing a strong network of suppliers in hydrogen technology and reducing costs.

The BMW iX5 Hydrogen combines long-distance capability and short refuelling stops with locally emission-free driving. Provided the relevant framework is in place, the hydrogen fuel cell technology has the potential to serve as another pillar in the BMW Group’s future drive system portfolio.

As part of its ongoing transformation, the BMW Group is applying a “technology-open” approach when it comes to drive systems. The company is therefore adapting to different customer requirements, infrastructure standards and political and regulatory landscapes in the various regions of the world. This flexibility puts the BMW Group in the position to respond quickly to changing requirements in the markets in any situation and to present an attractive offer for as many customers as possible at all times.

The BMW iX5 Hydrogen has a fuel cell system generating output of 125 kW/170 hp and a highly integrated drive unit using fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology (the electric motor, transmission and power electronics are grouped together in a compact housing). The output of the overall drive system is 295 kW / 401 hp. The hydrogen needed to power the fuel cell is stored in a pair of 700-bar tanks made from carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP). Together, these tanks can hold around six kilograms of hydrogen. This storage capacity gives the BMW iX5 Hydrogen a range of 504 km (313 miles) in the WLTP cycle. 

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The integrated protection features of the new BMW X5 Protection VR6 were factored into the series production development process for the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV). They include an armoured body and safety glass designed specifically for this model. The latest version of the protection vehicle therefore also meets the stipulations of Germany’s Vereinigung der Prüfstellen für Angriffshemmende Materialien und Konstruktionen (Association of Test Laboratories for Attack-Resistant Materials and Constructions – VPAM, for short) with regard to ballistic resistance and blast resistance. The official certification for the complete vehicle was issued in accordance with the guidelines for Bullet Resistant Vehicles (VPAM BRV) and the guidelines for Explosive Resistant Vehicles (VPAM ERV, third edition).

The new design of the exterior and interior ensures there is barely any perceptible difference between the BMW X5 Protection VR6 and the equivalent standard model. Its inconspicuous appearance on public roads represents an additional safety factor for individuals requiring special protection. The upgraded powertrain of the X5 Protection VR6 teams up with the BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system and bespoke chassis technology to deliver the dynamic and assured performance that marks out an SAV from BMW and also enables flexible responses in potentially dangerous situations.

The BMW X5 Protection VR6 is the most powerful, most dynamic and worldwide biggest-selling vehicle of its kind. The new edition will celebrate its world premiere at the IAA Mobility 2023 international motor show in Munich. There it will be presented to the public for the first time together with the new BMW i7 Protection and new BMW 7 Series Protection. The new BMW X5 Protection VR6 has an outstanding skillset as a single vehicle for at-risk individuals. And it is also ideally suited to the role of support vehicle alongside the new protection vehicles based on the BMW 7 Series. Deliveries of the new model will get underway in February 2024.

Precisely modified design, discreet looks with a sporting flavour.

The precise upgrades for the exterior design of the new BMW X5 Protection VR6 centre around the new interpretation of the signature BMW headlights and kidney grille. The outline of the front lights is 35 millimetres narrower than before. Their arrow-shaped daytime driving light elements also perform the role of turn signal indicators. Matrix LED headlights with adaptive control and BMW Selective Beam non-dazzling high beam team up as standard. The BMW kidney grille is now bordered by clearly sculpted surfaces, and includes hallmark M double bars and the M logo.

The new design features borrow stylistically from the standard model with V8 engine to give the new BMW X5 Protection VR6 an understated appearance with a sporting flavour. Also playing their part here are the newly designed air breathers in the front wheel arches, the M exterior mirror caps in Black high-gloss, the BMW Individual roof rails in High-gloss Shadowline and the two pairs of exhaust tailpipes familiar from other M models. The likewise newly designed rear lights cut a striking figure at night in particular. The brand-typical L shape of the LED units for the rear lights and brake lights is reflected horizontally, creating a visually powerful, consistently illuminated X motif. Pulsating turn signal indicators at the rear round off the unmistakable light show.

The range of exterior paint finishes comprises all of the shades available for the new edition of the BMW X5. It also includes a large number of BMW Individual paint finishes and BMW Individual special paint finishes.

Progressive interior design with BMW Curved Display.

Offering generous levels of space and a raised seating position, the cabin of the new BMW X5 Protection VR6 also underscores the imposing character that traditionally marks out a luxury-class SAV. The protection vehicle has a four-seater layout in the interests of optimal comfort and safety. Thanks to the highly effective integration of its protection features, occupants can enjoy exactly the same amount of space and seating comfort as in the standard version of the BMW X5. The vehicle’s boot has a load capacity of 500 litres, while its maximum permissible payload has increased to 475 kilograms.

The new design of the cockpit brings a particularly progressive feel to the premium interior ambience. The new BMW X5 Protection VR6 is also now equipped with the fully digital BMW Curved Display. This consists of a 12.3-inch information display behind the steering wheel and a control display with a screen diagonal of 14.9 inches – both located behind a single glass surface.

The BMW X5 Protection VR6 features the upgraded BMW iDrive with QuickSelect, complete with the BMW Curved Display. It is based on BMW Operating System 8.5 and makes selecting and operating numerous functions even more intuitive and comfortable thanks to a new home screen and QuickSelect rapid-access tech.

Standard specification for the new BMW X5 Protection VR6 also includes four-zone automatic climate control, which comes with a separate control panel for the temperature and ventilation in the rear compartment. The central air vents in the front of the cabin are now slim in appearance and integrated into the newly designed instrument panel almost out of sight.

The instrument panel has surfacing in leather-like Sensafin as standard, together with a large trim strip in Fineline Black metal effect. Another new feature is the ambient light bar with crystalline surface structure and highly effective LED backlighting integrated below the trim element in the front passenger area. The control panel in the centre console also has an extremely modern design with additional touch-sensitive surfaces and a newly designed selector lever.

Sport seats in new Sensafin trim, M leather steering wheel and Surround View as standard.

The BMW X5 Protection VR6 is fitted with sport seats as standard. These offer outstanding lateral support when the driver is exploring the limits of the car’s handling agility. Their functionality includes lumbar support and electric adjustment options for the seat height, seat angle, backrest angle and backrest width – including a memory function on the driver’s side. The sport seats are heated and their new Sensafin surfaces can be ordered in a choice of four colours. BMW Individual Merino extended leather upholstery in four colour variants and BMW Individual full Merino leather upholstery in three different tones are included on the options list. Also available as an option are comfort seats with fully electric adjustment. These can be specified as an option with active seat ventilation and a massage function.

Standard specification for the new BMW X5 Protection VR6 also includes an M leather steering wheel, ambient lighting, a hi-fi speaker system and soft-close doors. The protection vehicle is also fitted as standard with the sensors and camera systems developed for the driver assistance systems in the BMW X5. Functions such as Surround View, Remote 3D View and the BMW Drive Recorder provide precise and detailed information on the area around the vehicle in all situations.

New V8 engine with 48V mild hybrid technology.

Effortless forward momentum and agile handling in any situation are the defining driving qualities of the new BMW X5 Protection VR6. The requisite drive power stems from a V8 engine whose latest incarnation boasts even more responsive power delivery and greater efficiency. The 4.4-litre unit harnesses the thermodynamic benefits of a cross-bank exhaust manifold, bank-symmetrical turbochargers and external engine oil cooling. Other new features include a reinforced crankshaft drive, improved turbocharging with a blow-off valve, an oil pump with increased capacity and a weight-minimised oil sump.

In addition to this, the eight-cylinder engine now also comes with 48V mild hybrid technology in the form of a crankshaft-mounted starter generator. Integrated into the housing of the eight-speed Steptronic transmission – which has also undergone an extensive upgrade – is an electric motor that generates an output boost of up to 9 kW/12 hp and 200 Nm (147 lb-ft) of torque, helping the engine to deliver a smooth, dynamic and, at the same time, efficient drive. The power needed for this is stored in a 48V battery that is charged extremely efficiently by recuperating energy on the overrun and under braking.

The new drive system generates a total maximum output of 390 kW/530 hp and peak torque of 750 Nm (553 lb-ft), propelling the new BMW X5 Protection VR6 from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.9 seconds. The protection model’s top speed is an electronically governed 210 km/h (130 mph).

Individually tuned chassis technology, Integral Active Steering and active roll stabilisation as standard.

The chassis technology on board the new BMW X5 Protection VR6 has been tuned precisely to its high power output and model-specific weight distribution. The standard Sport brakes deliver consistently high levels of stopping power, even under heavy loads.

The new BMW X5 Protection VR6 comes as standard with adaptive M suspension Professional, which includes not only the M Sport differential but also Integral Active Steering and an active roll stabilisation system. Turning the rear wheels in either the same or the opposite direction to the front wheels, depending on road speed, enhances the vehicle’s controllability at high speeds while also making it more agile in urban traffic and when manoeuvring. Active roll stabilisation, meanwhile, is able to reduce both body roll when taking corners at speed and the obtrusive effects caused by surface imperfections on one side of the vehicle when driving in a straight line. Operated using electric swivel motors, this system thereby improves both agility and steering precision in the new BMW X5 Protection VR6 and the vehicle’s ride comfort.

Integrated protection features, harmonious overall concept.

The new BMW X5 Protection VR6 succeeds in combining outstanding protection under armed attack with a discreet design and superb driving qualities. This is all thanks to its integrated protection features.

The armouring’s formed steel sections and the safety glass were specially developed for this model and harmoniously integrated into the vehicle’s overall concept on both a functional and design level. This meant that careful consideration was already given to aspects such as body gaps and the transitions between body and glass in the development phase.

Armoured body and safety glass turn the interior into a protective cell.

The armouring for the passenger compartment and the safety glass are core elements of the protection features. Formed sections made of high-strength steel that have been perfectly tailored to the body’s contours can be found in the area around the doors, side frame, roof and bulkhead. An armoured partition for the luggage compartment and an aluminium splinter guard for the underbody round off the body-related security measures.

Extended underbody armouring and additional armouring for the roof are available as optional extras for the new BMW X5 Protection VR6. Standard specification also includes a self-sealing fuel tank with a special casing that seals itself after being hit by a bullet to prevent any loss of fuel.

Model-specific convenience and security features.

A heating function for the windscreen and the front sections of the side windows comes as standard, as do electrically operated windows in the front. Another item on the model-specific standard equipment list for the new BMW X5 Protection VR6 is an intercom system for communicating with people on the outside. The controls for both this system and other model-specific functions can be found in an additional panel of switches in front of the selector lever on the centre console.

Further bespoke equipment features can be added to the new BMW X5 Protection VR6 to suit the intended purpose. These include flashing LED lights in the radiator grille at the front, flashing rear lights, roof-mounted light beacons including an acoustic signalling system and a roof antenna with an additional receiver for digital two-way radio. Flag poles are also optionally available for official occasions.

Signature brand qualities, model-specific protection features.

Besides the integrated protection concept, the test procedures compulsory for all models also play a part in enabling the new BMW X5 Protection VR6 to offer an uncompromising level of security while still retaining the comfort and driving dynamics for which BMW is renowned. The arduous test and calibration runs staged over the course of the production development process ensure that both the vehicle and its model-specific equipment features are ready to go and will work reliably even in extreme conditions.

The protection model is fitted with its bespoke chassis technology at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg in the US state of South Carolina, where the new BMW X5 Protection VR6 is being built alongside the regular variants of the SAV. The protection equipment and other model-specific security features are subsequently integrated by highly skilled experts in a “craft manufacturing” process, guaranteeing that the holistic security concept is implemented without any compromises.

Global service network, special driver training courses.

Customers around the world can take advantage of individual and discreet consultancy arrangements and an array of other services. This includes accommodating specific customer requests when it comes to equipping their vehicle with additional protection and/or convenience features. Service and maintenance for the protection models are provided by an international network of BMW service outlets, with the work carried out exclusively by trained experts in certified specialist workshops.

BMW also offers special Security driver training courses. These programmes, which BMW has been hosting for more than 35 years, are offered at various intensity levels depending on the prior knowledge of the participants involved and take place at several locations around the world. The training courses are led by highly qualified experts and their content ranges from comprehensive theory sessions to practical vehicle control exercises and tactical response training.

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Munich. At the IAA Mobility 2023 international motor show in Munich, the BMW Group will be presenting the most recent highlights of its ongoing transformation in the key action areas of electrification, digitalisation and circularity. The latest new models with electrified powertrains from the BMW, MINI and BMW Motorrad brands, plus Vision Vehicles and concepts for individual mobility in tomorrow’s world all serve to underline the company’s innovative strength in these fields. As the dawn of a new era in personal mobility approaches, the BMW Group is set to unveil its latest highlight, the BMW Vision Neue Klasse, which brings together the Group’s development expertise in the three crucial disciplines for the future of mobility.

The IAA Mobility show is being staged in Munich for the second time. For the BMW Group and its brands, this provides an excellent opportunity to enter into constructive dialogue on the future of individual mobility with local people, as well as with visitors to the show from outside Munich and other stakeholders. The IAA Mobility Summit at the exhibition centre and the BMW Group’s Open Space at Max-Joseph-Platz in the heart of Munich will be the main arenas where BMW, MINI and BMW Motorrad present their new products on 5 – 10 September 2023. Among the models visitors can acquaint themselves with here alongside the BMW Vision Neue Klasse is the fully electric BMW i5. And they can also experience the world premieres of the new fully electric MINI Cooper, new fully electric MINI Countryman and BMW CE 02 eParkourer.

Electric, digital, circular – the focus areas of the BMW Group.

The BMW Group’s presence at IAA Mobility 2023 revolves around the company’s rigorous focus on electric, digital and circular mobility for the future and the latest progress it has made in these areas. The BMW Vision Neue Klasse is joined by a selection of new models from across the Group’s brands whose electrified powertrains, digital innovations and resource-efficient manufacturing illustrate the ongoing process of change in a variety of ways.

The new products poised for launch by the BMW brand include the plug-in hybrid variants of the new BMW 5 Series. The new BMW i7 Protection – the first ever all-electric protection vehicle in the luxury sedan segment – is also making its debut at IAA Mobility 2023.

MINI is unveiling the members of the brand’s new model family for the first time with the help of two world premieres: the new fully electric MINI Cooper and new fully electric MINI Countryman will both be on show at the Open Space site. A new model with all-electric drive also forms the centrepiece of BMW Motorrad’s line-up at Max-Joseph-Platz. Conceived as a compact eParkourer with a trailblazing design, the new BMW CE 02 injects fresh impetus into the urban mobility scene.

Locally emission-free mobility sets the theme for the models on show.

The IAA Mobility show will be officially opened on 5 September at Munich’s exhibition centre. The BMW Group will be represented at its stand in Hall A2, where the BMW Vision Neue Klasse will be unveiled to kick off the event. The BMW i7 Protection all-electric protection vehicle will also be presented for the first time at the IAA Mobility Summit.

The IAA Mobility Summit is taking place under the banner “Experience Connected Mobility” and is aimed primarily at trade visitors. It will showcase trends and technological innovations for future mobility over the course of numerous talks, presentations and panel discussions. One of the central topics is the use of hydrogen as an energy source for current and future vehicles. BMW is carrying out pioneering work in this field with its development and practical testing of a Sports Activity Vehicle with a hydrogen-powered fuel-cell drive system. The BMW iX5 Hydrogen is also being exhibited at the Summit.

Locally emission-free mobility is also the dominant theme for the models awaiting visitors to the Open Space site. BMW has at least one purely electrically powered representative in all relevant model segments. The brand is presenting its entire line-up to the public, ranging from the BMW iX1 compact Sports Activity Vehicle via the BMW i4 and BMW i5 to the BMW iX and the BMW i7 luxury sedan.

The Open Space at Max-Joseph-Platz can be visited free of charge on 5 – 9 September from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and on Sunday 10 September from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition, BMW Welt will continue to provide an attractive destination for all automotive enthusiasts during IAA Mobility 2023. The current model portfolios of the BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad brands are presented here, along with the latest BMW and MINI Lifestyle collections. Plus, starting on 2 September 2023, BMW Lifestyle together with BMW M GmbH will be running a GOODS WITH FREUDE pop-up store in the Hofstatt shopping centre at No. 10 Sendlinger Straße. Located just a few minutes’ walk away from the Open Space, the store will feature both familiar lifestyle articles and the new BMW Lifestyle collection.

World premiere: the BMW Vision Neue Klasse.

At IAA Mobility 2023, the BMW Group is offering visitors a preview of the Neue Klasse – the forthcoming generation of models from BMW. The BMW Vision Neue Klasse brings together innovations from the areas of electrification, digitalisation and circularity in signature BMW style. The Vision Vehicle takes design, control/operation, efficiency and sustainability into a whole new dimension – one that it will be possible to experience on the road before long.

During IAA Mobility 2023, the BMW Vision Neue Klasse will be on show at both the Summit and the Open Space. The new Vision Vehicle incorporates the latest innovations in the BMW Group’s key future-focused fields. It therefore builds on the BMW i Vision Circular and the BMW i Vision Dee – which have already demonstrated the BMW Group’s development expertise in the areas of circular economy and digitalisation – and combines their qualities with further new developments in exterior and interior design, user experience and powertrain and battery technology.

World premiere: the plug-in hybrid variants of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan.

As well as the all-electric BMW i5, the brand is exhibiting two other model variants with electrified powertrains at IAA Mobility 2023. As early as spring 2024, two models featuring state-of-the-art plug-in hybrid technology will be added to the new BMW 5 Series Sedan range. Their six-cylinder and four-cylinder in-line petrol engines from the new modular generation of Efficient Dynamics units will each be combined with the latest BMW eDrive technology for plug-in hybrid systems. This will result in a notable increase in output and much sharper power delivery, while also significantly improving efficiency and electric range compared to the outgoing model generation.

The electric motor purpose-developed for the new plug-in hybrid system is integrated into the eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission together with its power electronics. The highly integrated drive unit contributes up to 145 kW/197 hp to the maximum combined output of 360 kW/489 hp in the case of the new BMW 550e xDrive Sedan (fuel consumption combined: 1.1 – 0.8 l/100 km [256.8 – 353.1 mpg imp]; electric power consumption combined: 22.5 – 20.1 kWh/100 km; CO₂ emissions combined: 24 – 19 g/km in WLTP cycle, provisional figures) and 220 kW/299 hp for the new BMW 530e Sedan (fuel consumption combined: 0.8 – 0.6 l/100 km [353.1 – 470.8 mpg imp]; electric power consumption combined: 21.4 – 18.9 kWh/100 km; CO₂ emissions combined: 19 – 14 g/km in WLTP cycle, provisional figures).

A BMW-patented innovation has been used to enhance the electric motor’s power delivery in the new plug-in hybrid models: a pre-gearing stage enables the nominal torque of 280 Nm (206 lb-ft) to be increased to effective torque of up to 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) at the transmission input for the motor. The compact electric motor is therefore able to boost torque by an amount that would normally only be possible using a larger unit and makes a clear difference both when accelerating off the line and putting in a rapid burst of speed. Electric range is now up to 79 – 90 kilometres (49 – 56 miles) in the WLTP cycle for the new BMW 550e xDrive Sedan and 87 – 101 kilometres (54 – 63 miles) in the WLTP cycle for the new BMW 530e Sedan.

The lithium-ion high-voltage battery’s space-saving positioning within the vehicle’s underbody has a beneficial effect on both the car’s centre of gravity and the capacity of its luggage compartment, which holds a total of 520 litres in the plug-in hybrid models – meaning it is just as large as that offered by their purely combustion-engined siblings. The usable energy provided by the high-voltage battery has climbed to 19.4 kWh. At the same time, maximum charging capacity has doubled compared to the outdoing models and now stands at 7.4 kW, enabling the high-voltage battery to be fully recharged from empty in 3.0 hours. When hooked up to a conventional domestic power socket, a full vehicle charge is completed in 9.8 hours.

World premiere: the BMW i7 Protection.

BMW is presenting a new generation of protection vehicles in the luxury sedan segment at the IAA Mobility 2023 show. The new BMW i7 Protection (electric power consumption combined in WLTP cycle: 30.0 kWh/100 km, provisional figure) is absolutely unique in this segment, as it is the world’s first ever certified protection sedan with an all-electric drive system. Driven by two powerful electric motors, it meets all the requirements of class VR9 protection without any limitations, as does the new V8-engined BMW 7 Series Protection (fuel consumption combined in WLTP cycle: 14.6 l/100 km [19.3 mpg imp]; CO₂ emissions: 328 g/km, provisional figures).

Both models blend the integrated protection concept channelled into the development of the new BMW 7 Series range with outstanding levels of ride comfort and spaciousness, advanced equipment features and the unbeatable dynamic prowess for which BMW is renowned. The concept centres around the new and unique BMW Protection Core, which forms a self-supporting body structure made from armour steel. This is then combined with features such as additional armouring for the underbody and roof, plus armoured glass. The result is customised protection from attacks with firearms or explosives for at-risk individuals. The glass in the new protection vehicles even meets the requirements for the highest class of civilian protection, VPAM 10.

The all-electric BMW i7 Protection is equipped with one electric motor at the front axle and another at the rear. Together they generate a combined output of 400 kW/544 hp and maximum combined torque of 745 Nm (549 lb-ft), and create an electric all-wheel-drive system. The new BMW i7 Protection sprints to 100 km/h (62 mph) from rest in 9.0 seconds, while top speed is electronically limited to 160 km/h (99 mph). The instantaneous, precisely orchestrated power delivery from the two motors guarantees exceptional traction and directional stability even when the car is being driven hard and performing challenging manoeuvres, such as when escaping from an attack.

Tuned and optimised specifically for this model, the chassis technology also makes allowance for the additional weight of its armouring, resulting in superbly assured performance in any situation. Another unique offering for this segment is the inclusion of Integral Active Steering as standard. This reduces the car’s turning circle, increases agility when cornering at speed and improves driving comfort for rear-seat passengers. The 20-inch light-alloy wheels are a further standout feature. The PAX tyres that also come as standard allow the car to continue its journey at up to 80 km/h (50 mph) even in the event of a total loss of pressure.

The latest generation of BMW iDrive based on BMW Operating System 8.5 is fitted, complete with the BMW Curved Display. The system is intuitive to use and operates in a way familiar to BMW drivers. The special functions relevant to occupant protection are also operated via BMW iDrive. The new protection vehicles can also be tailored precisely to any purpose, with items including a fresh-air supply system, a fire extinguishing system, flashing lights, radio transceivers and flag poles for when the car is on official duty, plus other special customer-specific options.

Trailblazing: the BMW iX5 Hydrogen.

The BMW iX5 Hydrogen presented at IAA Mobility 2023 provides further evidence of the company’s superlative innovative strength in the field of drive technology. A pilot series of the Sports Activity Vehicle with hydrogen fuel-cell drive, developed on the basis of the current BMW X5, has entered service for demonstration and test purposes with various target groups around the world. This allows selected test groups who haven’t been involved in the development process to get behind the wheel of the BMW iX5 Hydrogen and gain a direct impression of its attributes for the first time.

The BMW iX5 Hydrogen is equipped with the latest, fifth generation of BMW eDrive technology. The highly integrated drive unit at the rear axle draws its energy from a high-performance battery with li-ion technology that was specially developed for the hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle and generates maximum output of 295 kW/401 hp. The electric motor also doubles as a generator that feeds energy back into the high-performance battery on the overrun or under braking.

The model’s two 700-bar tanks made from carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) together hold six kilograms of gaseous hydrogen and can be refilled in three to four minutes. A chemical reaction takes place in the fuel cell system between the hydrogen and oxygen from the air, through which the electric power for the electric motor is generated. The BMW iX5 Hydrogen achieves a range of 504 kilometres (313 miles) in the WLTP cycle without having to refill the tanks. The hydrogen-powered SAV completes the 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) sprint in under six seconds and goes on to reach a top speed in excess of 180 km/h (112 mph).

The BMW iX5 Hydrogen combines long-distance capabilities and short refuelling stops with zero tailpipe emissions and hallmark BMW driving dynamics. Its hydrogen fuel-cell technology has the potential – provided the necessary basic conditions are in place – to serve as an additional pillar in the BMW Group’s future powertrain portfolio. As part of its ongoing transformation, the BMW Group is following an approach that embraces all technologies when it comes to drive systems. The company is therefore readying itself for differing customer requirements, infrastructure standards and political and regulatory frameworks in the various regions of the world. This degree of flexibility puts the BMW Group in a position to react quickly to changing requirements in the markets in any situation and to present as many customers as possible with an appropriate model offering at all times.

V prilogi je na voljo dodatno medijsko gradivo novega BMW X5 in novega BMW X6.

Najnovejša generacija tehnologije BMW iDrive, ki temelji na BMW Operating System 8, podpira ukrivljeni zaslon BMW in množico novih digitalnih storitev v BMW X5 in BMW X6. Standardni BMW Live Cockpit Plus vključuje BMW Maps, navigacijski sistem v oblaku. Opcijski BMW Live Cockpit Professional strankam nudi tudi projektor BMW Head-Up in funkcijo Augmented View. Ko vozilo miruje, lahko voznik in sovoznik na nadzornem prikazovalniku pretakata vsebino z YouTuba in dostopata do aplikacije Bundesliga In-Car (vsebina iz nemške nogometne lige).

Opcijski BMW Digital Key Plus omogoča strankam, da zaklenejo in odklenejo svoj novi BMW X5 ali BMW X6 prek varnostno izboljšane ultra širokopasovne (UWB) radijske tehnologije z združljivimi pametnimi telefoni z operacijskim sistemom iOS ali Android. Na voljo so tudi optimizirana integracija pametnih telefonov, osebno prilagojeni BMW ID in osebna kartica eSIM s podporo nove mobilne tehnologije 5G. V aplikaciji My BMW so zdaj vključene tudi digitalne storitve BMW Charging za BMW X5 xDrive50e.

Munich. The two new top models in the BMW X family exude a supreme presence with a corresponding performance. Their concentrated power is generated by the new 8-cylinder petrol engine – based on BMW TwinPower Turbo technology with a maximum output of 390 kW/530 hp – built into both the BMW X5 M50i (fuel consumption combined: 10,7 – 10,5 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined: 243 – 238 g/km) and the BMW X7 M50i (fuel consumption combined: 11,1 – 10,9 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined: 252 – 248 g/km) models. More than ever before, these new top-flight engines underline the sporty nature of the latest generation of the original Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) – and the first BMW X model in the luxury segment. Both models combine the V8 engine with the intelligent BMW xDrive all-wheel drive system and a model-specific suspension technology, developed with expertise from BMW M GmbH.

Like the drive and suspension technology, the model-specific design features of the new BMW X5 M50i and the new BMW X7 M50i have passed through a consistent design process that has resulted in an absolutely breath-taking motoring experience. Moreover, the exclusive nature of the new 8-cylinder models is reflected in the extremely high quality of their standard equipment. The new BMW X5 M50i and the new BMW X7 M50i will be produced from August 2019 at the BMW plant in Spartanburg in the USA and will be available from autumn 2019.

New V8 engine with outstanding power and characteristic sound.

The 4.4 litre drive unit of the new BMW X5 M50i and the new BMW X7 M50i emphasise the characteristic features of the 8-cylinder engines in terms of power development and torque to an outstanding degree. The new V8 engine turns in a very impressive level of performance – whether you prefer cruising calmly and confidently at low engine speeds or pulling out all the performance stops and laying down some sporty acceleration manoeuvres. Several components have been upgraded since the previous engine version; these include the crankcase, cylinder barrels, pistons, crankshaft and cylinder head – and above all, the freshly updated BMW TwinPower Turbo technology. The turbochargers positioned between the cylinder banks in the V compartment have been enlarged, while the direct petrol injection performs at a new maximum pressure level of 350 bar. The technology package also includes the newest versions of the fully variable VALVETRONIC valve control and variable double VANOS camshaft control.

The new V8 engine responds with great sensitivity to every movement of the accelerator pedal. The engine already generates its maximum torque of 750 Nm at 1 800 rpm – and it remains available up to an engine speed of 4 600 rpm. Accordingly, the power output is as strident as you would expect it to be. The maximum value of 390 kW/530 hp is activated between 5 500 and 6 000 rpm. As a result, the new BMW X5 M50i is able to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds. The new BMW X7 M50i completes its standard sprint in 4.7 seconds.

This supreme power development is accompanied by an impressive sound progression that is generated by the standard M sport exhaust system. Using the driving experience control, the driver can choose between an extremely sporty or a more comfort-oriented mode. The sheer bandwidth of the engine’s character then becomes all the more obvious. In the SPORT and SPORT PLUS modes, not only is the characteristic curve of the accelerator pedal configured for a dynamic driving style, but the power development and remarkable sound characteristics of the V8 engine are too.

8-speed Steptronic sports transmission, BMW xDrive and M sports differential for thrilling performance.

The performance features of both of these thoroughly sports-oriented SAV models are supported by the rather specific nature of the power transmission. The new V8 engine is combined as standard with an 8-speed Steptronic sports transmission, characterised by highly dynamic gear shift properties. Shift paddles are mounted near the steering wheel for manual control of the choice of gear. The Launch Control function enables traction-optimised acceleration with maximum dynamic performance from standing.

The latest version of the BMW xDrive system distributes the engine torque between the front and rear wheels in a manner that enables it to adapt quickly and precisely to the road conditions. The intelligent all-wheel drive system increases the agility and supreme traction of the new BMW X5 M50i and the new BMW X7 M50i as much as it enhances the driving stability in all weather and road conditions. These sporty characteristics are also supported in highly dynamic driving situations by the rear-wheel emphasis of the system’s design. In addition, the standard equipment of the new BMW X5 M50i and the new BMW X7 M50i also includes an M sports differential. The electronically controlled differential lock in the rear bevel gears limits the rotational speed balancing between the wheel on the innermost side of a bend and that on the outermost side and enables highly dynamic acceleration when exiting a bend. In addition, the M sports differential, which is interconnected with the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control), optimises traction and power transmission when driving on loose terrain and when different road friction values exist between the right and left rear wheels. This serves to prevent wheel spinning arising due to insufficient grip, with the torque being redirected to the other wheel.

Model-specific suspension technology for a superior drive.

The model-specific suspension of the new BMW X5 M50i and the new BMW X7 M50i has been painstakingly tuned to extract maximum potential from the outstanding drive design based on the know-how of BMW M GmbH. Both models employ a construction principle comprising a double-wishbone front axle and a five-link rear axle combined with specific kinematics and elastokinematics for the wheel suspension, independent suspension and damping settings, and 21 inch M light alloy wheels complete with mixed tyres. The standard equipment also includes electromechanical steering with Servotronic function and an M sport brake system with blue-coated brake calipers complete with M logo. Also available as optional equipment are 22 inch light alloy wheels, again fitted with mixed tyres.

The new BMW X5 M50i is equipped with Adaptive M suspension. One of two sets of characteristics can be selected for the electronically controlled dampers, which can be activated using the driving experience switches, comprising COMFORT and SPORT modes. The new BMW X7 M50i is fitted with adaptive dual axle air suspension, which is also available optionally for the new BMW X5 M50i. In the SPORT driving mode, as well as at speeds of over 138 km/h, this automatically results in a reduced ride height of 20 millimetres. However, the driver is also able to adjust the height of the body by activating a button in the cockpit; two levels are available, raising the height up to 40 millimetres above the standard setting; this is useful when driving off-road, for example.

Optional integral active steering is available for both models, which serves to further enhance the vehicle’s agility. It also results in enhanced superiority when it comes to lane changing and manoeuvrability in urban traffic, by co-steering the rear wheels either in the same or in the opposite direction, depending on the driving speed. A further increase in superiority and dynamics of the drive characteristics is produced by the integral active steering, the active electronic anti roll stabilizers, which ensures very fast and precise balancing of lateral roll forces during dynamic cornering, by means of electric swivel motors fitted to the front and rear axles. Both are an integral part of the optional Adaptive M Suspension Professional package for the new BMW X5 M50i and the optional Executive Drive Pro equipment available for the new BMW X7 M50i.

Design and equipment: exclusive appearance with a luxurious atmosphere.

Model-specific designer features serve to emphasise the exclusive and sporty nature of the new BMW X5 M50i and the new BMW X7 M50i the moment you see it. The extra-large air inlets in the front apron are a clear indication of the V8 engine’s cooling requirements. The unique design of the side sills and rear apron, the BMW individual high-gloss Shadow Line, and selected design elements in Cerium Grey similarly serve to underline the outstanding status of the 8-cylinder models.

The interior of the two top models of the BMW X family features an M leather steering wheel, a gear selector lever displaying the M logo, Vernasca leather upholstery with contrast stitching and perforated surfaces and interior strips in Aluminium Tetragon (BMW X5 M50i) or Fineline Black precious wood finish with high-gloss metallic effect, together ensuring a luxurious feel with a sporty touch. And as if that wasn’t enough, the standard equipment also comprises illuminated entry sills displaying the ’M50i’ logo, a headliner in Anthracite (BMW X5 M50i) or Alcantara Anthracite (BMW X7 M50i) and a Hi-Fi loudspeaker system (BMW X5 M50i) or Harman Kardon surround sound system (BMW X7 M50i).

Četrta generacija družinskega poglavarja BMW X. Novi BMW X5 odpira naslednje poglavje v zgodbi o uspehu ustanovitelja segmenta športnih terenskih vozil (SAV), od katerega je bilo prodanih že več kot 2,2 milijona enot. Nova izdaja vozila BMW X5 zajema domišljijo z jasnostjo oblikovanja, udobnimi, športnimi in avtoritativnimi voznimi lastnostmi ter inovativnimi funkcijami opreme. Proizvodnja v tovarni BMW v Spartanburgu (ZDA). Prihod na svetovni trg v mesecu novembru 2018.

Znatno večji od svojega predhodnika: dolžina se je povečala za 36 milimetrov na 4.922 mm, širina za 66 milimetrov na 2.004 mm in višina za 19 milimetrov na 1.745 mm. Medosna razdalja se je povečala za 42 milimetrov na 2.975 mm.

Zunanjost uporablja robusten in jasen oblikovni jezik, ki je novost za modele BMW X. Močno izklesane površine, natančne poteze. Velika rešetka v obliki dvojne ledvičke BMW z enodelnim okvirjem, privlačna značajska črta in dinamična strešna linija, zadnje luči imajo tridimenzionalno obliko.

Notranjost izžareva klasično in sodobno avro, zahvaljujoč prefinjenim materialom, harmoničnemu oblikovanju in inovativnemu konceptu upravljanja.

Lično presojena individualizacija z izvedbama BMW xLine in M Sport, poleg tega so na voljo tudi posebne možnosti opreme iz programa BMW Individual.

Laserska luč BMW s prilagodljivimi LED žarometi je na voljo izbirno. Viri svetlobe imajo osupljivo zasnovo; leče so razporejene v značilni X-obliki; značilna modra barva laserske luči BMW.

Prvi model BMW, ki je na voljo z 22-palčnimi platišči iz lahke zlitine (izbirno). M platišča iz lahke zlitine v obliki dvojnih krakov in lahka aluminijasta platišča iz BMW Individual so v tej velikosti na voljo od prihoda na trg.

Vstop na trg novega vozila BMW X5 s štirimi različicami motorjev: novo razvit bencinski motor V8 s 340 kW/462 KM v BMW X5 xDrive50i (ni na voljo v Evropi), vrstni šestvaljni bencinski motor z 250 kW/340 KM v BMW X5 xDrive40i (kombinirana poraba goriva: 8,8 – 8,5 l/100 km; kombinirane emisije CO₂: 200 – 193 g/km)* in dva vrstna šestvaljna dizelska motorja z 294 kW/400 KM v BMW X5 M50d (kombinirana poraba goriva: 7,2 – 6,8 l/100 km; kombinirane emisije CO₂: 190 – 179 g/km)* ter 195 kW/190 KM v BMW X5 xDrive30d (kombinirana poraba goriva: 6,8 – 6,0 l/100 km; kombinirane emisije CO₂: 179 – 158 g/km)*. Vse pogonske enote imajo vrhunsko tehnologijo za obdelavo izpušnih plinov, vključno s filtrom za bencinske delce ali katalizatorjem SCR in izpolnjujejo emisijski standard EU6d-TEMP. Osemstopenjski menjalnik Steptronic je vgrajen standardno.

BMW xDrive, inteligentni sistem štirikolesnega pogona z novim, učinkovitejšim nadzornim sistemom in poudarkom na zadnjih kolesih, je vgrajen standardno. Zapora diferenciala na zadnji premi zagotavlja občutno povečano okretnost, oprijem in smerno stabilnost pri pospeševanju iz zavojev in v drugih dinamičnih voznih razmerah.

Prvi model BMW X z izbirnim paketom Off-Road. Dvoosno zračno vzmetenje, ščitnik za podvozje spredaj in zadaj ter posebni prikazi v kombiniranem instrumentu in na nadzornem prikazovalniku. Izbira štirih načinov vožnje, ki so na voljo s pritiskom gumba. Višina vozila od tal in odzivi BMW xDrive, DSC, menjalnika in pedala za plin so nastavljeni tako, da omogočajo optimalno nastavitev za vožnjo po pesku, kamenju, gramozu ali snegu.

Dinamični nadzor blažilnikov z elektronsko krmiljenimi blažilniki je na voljo standardno. Novi sistemi podvozja, prvič na voljo v modelu BMW X: dvoosno zračno vzmetenje, ki omogoča prilagoditev višine vozila od tal do 80 milimetrov. Integralno aktivno krmiljenje, prilagodljivo M vzmetenje Professional z aktivno stabilizacijo nihanja okoli vzdolžne osi.

Debitantski nadzorni in prikazovalni sistem BMW Live Cockpit Professional je nameščen standardno. Nadaljnji razvoj operacijskega sistema iDrive, ki vključuje popolnoma digitalni kombinirani instrument in 12,3-palčni nadzorni prikazovalnik. Jasna grafika in ploščata struktura menija, zasnovana za upravljanje na dotik, zagotavljata hiter dostop do nastavitev in funkcij. Situacijsko povezani in prilagodljivi prikazi oskrbujejo voznika s pravimi informacijami ob pravem času.

Večja enostavnost uporabe z večmodalno interakcijo zaslona na dotik, upravljalnika, glasovnega upravljanja ali upravljanja s kretnjami BMW.

Nova generacija projiciranega zaslona BMW z večjo projekcijsko površino (zdaj 7 × 3,5 palca), optimizirano 3D-grafiko in dodatno vsebino za prikazovanje.

Izbirna tretja vrsta sedežev (predvidoma na voljo od 12/2018 dalje) ponuja dva dodatna sedeža; udoben vstop in izstop zahvaljujoč funkciji električnega nagiba sedežev v drugi vrsti.

Dvodelna ločena vrata prtljažnika, prostoročno odpiranje in zapiranje obeh delov z izbirnim komfortnim dostopom. Avtomatsko prekrivalo za prtljago pa se lahko električno povleče pod dno v prtljažniku (predvidoma na voljo od 12/2018 dalje). Zmogljivost prtljažnika se lahko poveča s 645 na največ 1.860 litrov.

Standardno usnjeno oblazinjenje v novi različici Vernasca in izbirno usnje Merino iz BMW Individual sta na voljo v štirih barvah.

Nove možnosti zagotavljajo notranjosti izjemno udobnost: večfunkcijska prednja sedeža z masažno funkcijo, štiripodročna avtomatska klimatska naprava, ogrevani nasloni za roke, hlajena/ogrevana držala za pijačo v sredinski konzoli, panoramska steklena streha Sky Lounge s 23-odstotno večjo stekleno površino, paket ambientalnih osvežilcev zraka za odišavljanje notranjosti, Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System (predvidoma na voljo od 12/2018 dalje) in sistem zabavnih vsebin za zadnje sedeže Professional z 10,2-palčnim zaslonom na dotik (predvidoma na voljo od 12/2018 dalje).

Prvič se pojavijo steklene prevleke (izbirna možnost) za novo zasnovano prestavno ročico, upravljalnik, gumb start/stop na sredinski konzoli in regulator glasnosti avdio sistema.

Telefonija z brezžičnim polnjenjem za združljive mobilne telefone. Ključ z zaslonom BMW prikazuje podatke o stanju vozila in omogoča uporabniku nadzor nad funkcijami vozila.

Posodobljena ambientalna osvetlitev (izbirna) s funkcijo Welcome Light Carpet za vstopno območje do vozila in dinamična razsvetljava notranjosti z utripajočo osvetlitvijo na instrumentni plošči (pri sprejemanju dohodnih telefonskih klicev) ter v vratni oblogi in kljuki na vratih (ko so vrata odprta med delovanjem motorja).

Inovativni paket sistemov za pomoč vozniku naredi še en korak k avtomatizirani vožnji: Driving Assistant Professional vključuje pomoči, kot so nadalje razvit aktivni pomočnik za uravnavanje hitrosti s funkcijo Stop&Go, pomočnik pri krmiljenju in za ohranjanje vozila na voznem pasu, opozorilo pri menjavi in za zapustitev voznega pasu, zaščita pred bočnim trkom, pomoč pri izogibanju, opozorilo pred prečnim prometom, opozorilo za prednostno cesto in opozorilo za napačno smer.

Prvič je na voljo pomočnik za zaustavitev v sili; po potrebi samodejno zavira vozilo in ga usmeri na stran ceste.

Parkirni pomočnik z avtomatskim vzdolžnim in prečnim usmerjanjem. Novi pomočnik za vzvratno vožnjo prevzame krmiljenje, da manevrira vozilo po poti, ki je bila nedavno vožena naprej – na razdalji do 50 metrov. Parking Assistant Plus pa vključuje tudi funkcije Surround View, Top View, Panorama View in Remote 3D View.

Celoten obseg storitev iz BMW ConnectedDrive. Popolna povezljivost med vozilom in digitalnimi napravami uporabnika prek pomočnika osebne mobilnosti BMW Connected. Digitalni ključ BMW omogoča uporabniku dostop do vozila in zagon motorja kar z njegovim pametnim telefonom. Opozarjanje na nevarnosti zagotavlja povezljivost z drugimi vozili BMW. Brezžična nadgradnja programske opreme "po zraku". Integracija Microsoft Office 365 in Skype for Business.