BMW ActiveHybrid in South Africa

Hybrid-related components: 40 kW synchronous electric motor, lithium-ion high-voltage battery – developed specifically for this model. Electric motor and eight-speed automatic transmission share the same housing. Hybrid model based on the BMW 5 Series Sedan, with familiar sporty and elegant body design. Striking design touches: lettering on the C-pillars and door sills, special kidney grille […]

BMW takes the development of intelligent hybrid drive systems to the next level with the introduction of the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 – another series-produced model in which a combustion engine and electric motor join forces to enhance both efficiency and the brand’s hallmark driving pleasure.

Full Hybrid Power comes to the 5 Series Sedan Woodcliff Lake, NJ – January 27, 2012….BMW takes the development of intelligent hybrid drive systems to the next level with the introduction of the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 – another series-produced model in which a combustion engine and electric motor join forces to enhance both efficiency and […]

Detroit, MI – January 9, 2011…On the  occasion of the North American International Auto Show, BMW today  announced the retail pricing of the new 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5. The  M.S.R.P. will be $61,845 (including the $895 Destination and Handling charge).

BMW takes the development of intelligent hybrid drive systems to the next level with the introduction of the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 – another series-produced model in which a combustion engine and electric motor join forces to enhance both efficiency and the brand’s hallmark driving pleasure.

BMW has developed its intelligent hybrid drive technology to the next level with a further ActiveHybrid production model. Again, a petrol engine is combined with an electric motor to enhance both efficiency and the brand’s hallmark driving pleasure. The BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is the company’s first model to combine a BMW TwinPower Turbo six-cylinder in-line […]

World premiere of the BMW ActiveHybrid 5, the most powerful and efficient full hybrid in its segment. Exceptional balance between power output (250 kW/340 hp) and CO2 emissions (149 g/km). Prominent electric driving experience; range under purely electric power: four kilometres (approx. 2.5 miles), top speed under purely electric power: 60 km/h (37 mph). Coasting mode […]

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