The all new BMW 5 series plug-in hybrid was unveiled to the Sri Lankan market by Prestige Automobile Pvt. Ltd., the sole authorized importer and distributor of BMW, MINI and Hyundai vehicles in Sri Lanka, at an event held at Park Street Mews, Colombo, recently. It is the latest addition to the BMW 5 series family, and offers many features and premium luxury when it comes to sedan terrain. The new model has evolved drastically from its predecessors. The new 5 Series plug-in hybrid is equipped with a series of ground-breaking features such as gesture control, which allows the user to control the display with hand gestures, professional navigational system, display key, remote control parking to reduce the hassle when parking in tight spaces and a new cutting-edge interface design with email exchange facilities. The driver display is also a high definition display which can be configured as per the customer’s choice. The new hybrid is packed with a range of electronics and it has taken BMW’s ultimate driving experience to the next level. Prestige believes that it was the right to introduce the BMW G30 5 series at a time when the automobile industry is adopting to more tech-driven automobiles. The new plug in hybrid is more aerodynamic and cutting edge in every way. The new hybrid model also offers standard BMW 5 series features such as efficient eDrive technology which synchronizes the electric motor with an 8-speed Steptronic transmission, ABS, ASC and DTC (Dynamic Traction Control), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), Dry Braking function, Fading Compensation, Start-Off Assistant. The exceptionally powerful 2.0-litre engine allows the driver to experience sheer driving pleasure while maintaining extremely high fuel efficiency, and producing Iow carbon-emissions.
