2027 BMW i5 LWB Makes India Debut; Bookings Open

BMW India has showcased the new all-electric i5 Long Wheelbase (LWB), ahead of its launch in the coming weeks. Bookings for the sedan are now open, and it is expected to go on sale as a more comfort-oriented alternative to the i5 M60 already on sale in the country. Unlike the i5 M60, the BMW i5 LWB will be locally assembled, which should bring the price tag below that of its imported sibling. The sedan will be rolled out from the BMW Group Plant in Chennai.

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In terms of dimensions, the i5 LWB is certainly sizeable, measuring 5,175mm in length, 2,156mm in width and 1,520mm in height. More importantly, it has a 3,105mm wheelbase, which is 110mm longer than that of the standard i5. The longer wheelbase is expected to offer increased legroom and more cabin space.

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Moving on to the powertrain, the BMW i5 LWB will be offered with an 81.6kWh battery pack paired with an electric motor delivering a peak 264 bhp. BMW claims an MIDC range of up to 669km. BMW claims the LWB sedan can accelerate from 0-100km/h in 6.7 seconds.

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At launch, the i5 LWB will be available in a limited-run First Edition spec restricted to 99 units. The First Edition units will come finished in a Carbon Black Metallic paint paired with titanium bronze trim inserts, with the cabin featuring edition-specific open-pore wood trim and Silver Bronze trim accents. To make it more distinctive, there will also be First Edition laser engraving on the dashboard. On the feature front, BMW has said that the First Edition will get a rear seat entertainment package as standard.

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Other features on offer will include the BMW Curved Display housing the central touchscreen and digital instrument cluster, four-zone auto climate control, powered front seats, a Bowers & Wilkins audio system, wireless phone charging pad and more. BMW has also confirmed rear axle air suspension for the long-wheelbase sedan.

Expect prices to be under Rs 1 crore (ex-showroom).