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Basic Specs
| Base Price | $60,950 |
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Curb Weight (lbs) | 4365 |
| City (MPG) | 23 |
| Hwy (MPG) | 30 |
| Horsepower | 300@1500-5000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | TBD@TBD |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 |
| Length (in.) | 193.1 |
| Width (in.) | 73.2 |
| Height (in.) | 57.6 |
The BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is the newest hybrid to join the BMW family. Based on the 535i midsize luxury sedan, the ActiveHybrid 5 adds a gas-electric powertrain to achieve significantly improved fuel economy.
To create the ActiveHybrid 5, BMW took the 300 horsepower, 300 lb-ft of torque 3.0-liter TwinPower turbocharged inline-six cylinder from the 535, along with its eight-speed automatic transmission and then added a 55 horsepower, 155 lb-ft or torque electric drive system. The result is a combined peak 335 horsepower (the math may seem off, but its not, it has to do with when the power is available) and the ability to drive up to 37 miles per hour on electric power alone.
The electric power for the motor is provided from a lithium-ion battery with 96 cells and a usable capacity of 675 watt hours. BMW says the ActiveHybrid used both a 14.6 volt power supply and a 317 volt supply, with the two systems linked together through a voltage transformer.
Acceleration comes in at 5.7 seconds to sprint from a dead stop to 60 mph, which is slightly quicker than the 535i.
What about fuel economy? Those figures aren’t yet available, but expect them to improve upon the 20 city, 30 highway figures offered by the standard 535i sedan - particularly in the city. We also know that the combined rating is supposed to come in at 28 miles per gallon, but what that equates to for city or highway is not yet known.
Integrated into the standard Driving Dynamics Control is an ECO PRO mode, which is essentially a mode for those looking to hypermile. It modifies the driving systems for maximum efficiency, including making more frequent use of all-electric mode.
In ECO PRO mode, the combustion engine can be switched off and fully decoupled while coasting at speeds of up to 100 mph. Like all gas-electric hybrids, the ActiveHybrid 5 is also equipped with start-stop to eliminate fuel waste at traffic lights or in stop-and-go traffic.
Another way the ActiveHybrid 5 helps to deliver maximum fuel efficiency is through the use of the navigation system to analyze driving conditions based on a selected route, and adjust accordingly. This enables the drive components to be primed to deliver maximum efficiency based on available data.
If you aren’t in the mood for a leisurely drive, the ActiveHybrid 5 also offers Sport+, Sport, Comfort and Comfort+ (if optional Dynamic Damper Control is specified) modes. Other technologies included are Park Distance Control, a rear-view camera, Surround View, High-Beam Assistant, Parking Assistant, Active Blind Spot Detection, Lane Departure Warning, BMW Night Vision with pedestrian recognition and Head-Up Display.
Key Competitors
Fuel miser rivals to the ActiveHybrid 5 include the Lexus GS 450h, the Infiniti M Hybrid and the upcoming Mercedes-Benz E400 Hybrid.
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- General
- Body Style: Sedan
- Size: Midsize
- Market Segment: Luxury, Performance
- Weight: 4365 lbs
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- Exterior
- Length: 193.1 in.
- Width: 73.2 in.
- Height: 57.6 in.
- Wheelbase: 116.9 in.
- Ground Clearance: TBD
- Front Track: 63.0 in.
- Rear Track: 64.1 in.
- Weight Distribution: 49.2/50.8
- Drag Coefficient: 0.28
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- Interior - General
- Seats: 5
- Passenger Volume: TBD
- Cargo Volume: TBD
- Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): TBD
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- Interior - Front Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: TBD
- Head Room: 40.5 in.
- Shoulder Room: 58.3 in.
- Hip Room: TBD
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- Interior - Second Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: TBD
- Head Room: 38.3 in.
- Shoulder Room: 56.2 in.
- Hip Room: TBD
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- Propulsion
- Fuel Type: Gas
- Engine Type: 3.0L I6
- Power: 300 hp @ 1500-5000 rpm
- Torque: TBD lb-ft @ TBD rpm
- Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic
- Highway Fuel Economy: 30 mpg
- City Fuel Economy: 23 mpg
- Forced Induction: Turbocharger
- Direct Injection: Yes
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- Chassis
- Layout: Rear Wheel Drive
- Front Suspension: Double Wishbone
- Rear Suspension: Multi-Link
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- Wheels
- Front: 18" Aluminum
- Front Tires: 245 / 45
- Rear: 18" Aluminum
- Rear Tires: 245 / 45
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- Trailering & Hauling
- Trailer Weight: TBD
- Payload: N/A
- Tongue Weight: TBD
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