Disappeared since the middle of last autumn in which we peek inside, for the first time, the prototypes of the new BMW i5 take an important step forward discreetly showing progress under the bulky camouflage. Some interesting spy photos that reveal one of the characteristic details of the production model that will debut in 2023.
The development of the electric variant of the new BMW 5 Series continues, after a long time disappeared. The prototypes of i5 2023 they were seen for the last time in the middle of last November, when we had the opportunity to take a look inside. Since then, we have not seen any more test units, a period in which the production model has taken an important step forward, and that you can see in these spy photos.
The new generation of the 5 Series, and the unprecedented i5, will share the same exterior image, with special and specific details, in the second. This is the case of the double grille that will be presented with a closed panel, despite the fact that BMW’s camouflage specialists have taken pains to hide it with metal mesh. Two pieces flatter and more integrated into the front accompanied by thinner Full LED headlights. And beware, because in these images you can already see the new light signature which will show.
The new BMW i5 2023 progresses in its tests
Gone are the temporary projectors that until now were seen in the headlights, with separate indicators and looking independently. Now, you can see perfectly, and clearly, the Daytime running light and direction indicator light cord between the main headlamps, which will have two per lighthouse. And so, with the camouflage and everything, it already gives a good account of the characteristic sportsmanship of the brand and of the future electric saloon.
The same cannot be said of the opposite extreme, since production taillights remain provisional. The definitive ones of the production model will not take long to be noticed. A very slim pilot with a more modern and simple light signature. The alternative to the Mercedes EQE will continue to be offered as a sedan with the three well-distinguished volumes. Although the exterior will have its own personality, inside it will not be like that, because like the rest of the new models it inherits the large curved screen and the design of the dashboard and transmission tunnelas salient features.
The BMW i5 will be offered with an offer in parallel to the combustion model, with up to three versions that will comprise a single rear electric motor – the basic one «eDrive40»- and three with two electric motors and all-wheel drive for «xDrive40», «xDrive50” Y “M60xDrive». Approximately, between 350 and 600 hp of maximum power, associated with a powerful lithium-ion battery placed between the axles that will have a maximum capacity of 100 kWh to perform a maximum autonomy of the order of 600 kilometers with a single charge.