## BMW 5 Series Long-Wheelbase Variant Released

The BMW 5 Series long wheelbase variant has been revealed by the company. It was revealed alongside the all-electric i5. 

![BMW 5 Series LWB Variant](https://strapi-file-uploads.parkplus.io/BMW_5_Series_LWB_e898966a4e.jpg)

The LWB variant gets an illuminated kidney grille within a bronze frame. The bronze accents can be found on the alloy wheels, window frames, door panels, and bumpers too. The “C” pillar gets an illuminated “5” badging that lights up in white (blue for the i5).

The BMW 5 Series LWB cabin sports a 31.1-inch 8K touchscreen curved display, four-zone climate control, dual-tone theme, flat bottomed steering wheel, Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system, leather upholstery, and headrest cushions among others. 

BMW 5 Series LWB engine specifications are yet to be disclosed, we can expect the car to be offered with both petrol and diesel powertrain options. And the all-electric i5 is likely to be available in the eDrive40 and M60 trim options. 

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**By: Sumesh Soman**

The BMW 5 Series long wheelbase variant has been revealed by the company.

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Mahindra XUV 7XO Reservations Start at ₹21,000 in India

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The ₹4.10 crore Mercedes-Maybach GLS Celebration Edition was introduced in India.

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