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BMW of North America and ALPINA are proud to announce that the new BMW ALPINA XB7 Sports Activity Vehicle® has begun series production at BMW’s Spartanburg, SC factory, and that the XB7 “Build Your Own” configurator is now fully functional at BMWUSA.com. Incidentally, dealer and customer orders for the XB7 model have already satisfied available production capacity through the balance of calendar year 2020. The BMWUSA.com site now features a fully functional ALPINA XB7 configurator for consumers to build examples of the 612-horsepower SAV in available colors, trims, and equipment configurations, complete with functionality to save and share example builds, and to search dealer inventory for similar matches. Traditional exterior colors ALPINA Blue Metallic and ALPINA Green Metallic will become available at later dates. Returning ALPINA customers will be eager to view the newest ALPINA wood interior trim, called Walnut Nature Anthracite (Black). An open-pore design with “floating” ALPINA logo affixed, optional Walnut Nature Anthracite joins standard ALPINA Myrtle wood trim and available ALPINA Piano Black trim, both of which were already available on ALPINA models offered in North America including the 2021 ALPINA B7 Sedan (0-60mph in 3.5 seconds, top speed up to 205mph). Additionally, US customers can view wheel and tire choices for the XB7, which begin with 21-inch ALPINA DYNAMIC light-alloy wheels with Run-Flat Summer or Run-Flat All-Season tires, and massive new 23-inch ALPINA CLASSIC forged-alloy wheels that save 28 pounds of unsprung mass and include bespoke-compound Pirelli P-ZERO “ALP” non-runflat summer tires. A compact spare is available as an option. more More than enough orders from US and Canadian dealers for the ALPINA XB7 have been received to keep the production line and ALPINA final assembly workshop busy past the end of 2020. News of the first-ever XB7 was received enthusiastically by North American dealers and customers, who began placing orders for the model after its mid-May announcement. With global sales of ultra-exclusive ALPINA models stable at just under 2,000 units annually, spotting an ALPINA model on the road anywhere in the world is perhaps only 25 percent as likely as seeing a Rolls-Royce motor car! As with any ALPINA model sold through BMW of North America, US-based BMW dealers may continue placing orders for the XB7 and will be advised regularly with lead-time estimates for production. The hand-finished ALPINA XB7, with seating for up to seven, is the first full-size BMW SAV to receive the refined ALPINA performance luxury treatment and follows the mid-size ALPINA SAV models including the ultra-high-performance diesel XD3 model and XD4 Sports Activity Coupe (neither offered in North America). The XB7, which started production in August for September deliveries in the US market, is based on the BMW X7 and advances the merits of that model with power, handling, and aesthetic details taken to previously unseen levels of development. A small galaxy of unique ALPINA parts ensure that the ALPINA XB7 specifications include a 0-60mph dash in 4.0 seconds, a top speed of up to 180mph, handling and braking to match the power, and a look and feel signature to ALPINA, with the attention to detail clients of the boutique automaker have come to expect since 1965. The BMW ALPINA XB7 is eligible for the Performance Center Delivery experience at the BMW Performance Driving School in Spartanburg, SC. MARKET LAUNCH The all-new BMW ALPINA XB7 became available to order from May 2020 with deliveries planned to commence in September 2020. Just as with the 2021 BMW ALPINA B7 Sedan, all official BMW dealers in the United States and Canada are eligible to sell and service the all-new ALPINA XB7. The XB7 has been featured on the Future Models page of the BMWUSA.com website, and the full Build Your Own page is now live on the site. ABOUT ALPINA AND BMW IN NORTH AMERICA ALPINA Automobiles, privately owned and operated since 1965, has enjoyed a decades-long technical partnership with BMW Group, providing development and testing services to the Munich-based automaker. ALPINA is recognized by the German Ministry of Transport as an independent automobile manufacturer. Selected BMW ALPINA automobiles (currently the B7 and XB7) are sold and serviced by the existing BMW dealer networks in the United States and Canada. These models are covered by BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty and applicable maintenance programs. ALPINA - MANUFACTURER OF EXCLUSIVE AUTOMOBILES Burkard Bovensiepen founded the automobile manufactory ALPINA Burkard Bovensiepen KG in 1965. Ever since, Buchloe has been home to probably the world’s most renowned automobiles based on BMW models, developed and produced by the independent family-owned business in cooperation with BMW. This close partnership forms the basis for the continued success of the ALPINA brand: individual automobiles are manufactured with great love for detail and technical finesse, which, however, at the same time meet the high quality and safety standards of series production. Since 1983, ALPINA is officially registered as an automobile manufacturer by the German Ministry of Transport, the Kraftfahrtbundesamt. Elegant understatement is at the very core of ALPINA’s brand philosophy, which is manifested in an interior with the focus on comfort, above-average driving performance and a discreetly sporty exterior. BMW ALPINA automobiles have regularly caused sensations, both on the road and the racetrack – the result of a remarkable model history. Founder Burkard Bovensiepen runs the company together with his sons Andreas and Florian.

2021 2 Series Convertibles began production in 6/2020. 2021 2 Series Coupes began production in 7/2020. Standard Equipment • SiriusXM Satellite radio with 1 year All Access subscription is now standard. • Advanced Real-Time Traffic Information is now standard. • Apple CarPlay compatibility is now standard. • Remote Services are now standard. Colors • Glacier Silver Metallic has been removed from 230i and 230i xDrive Convertibles. • Seaside Blue Metallic has been removed from 230i and 230i xDrive Convertibles. more Interior Trim • No changes. Convenience Package (230i and 230i xDrive models) • Pricing reduced from $2,050 to $1,700 on Coupes. • Pricing reduced from $1150 to $800 on Convertibles. • SiriusXM with 1 year All Access subscription removed from package (now standard). M Sport Package (230i and 230i xDrive models) • Pricing reduced from $4,550 to $4,200 on Coupes. • Pricing reduced from $3,450 to $3,100 on Convertibles. • SiriusXM with 1 year All Access subscription removed from package (now standard). Luxury Line Package (230i and 230i xDrive models) • This package has been removed for 2021. Premium Package (all models) • Pricing reduced from $2,500 to $1,600 on Coupes and Convertibles. • Advanced Real-Time Traffic Information removed from package (now standard). • Remote Services removed from package (now standard). • Apple CarPlay Compatibility removed from package (now standard). • Speed Limit Information removed from package (now standard). Track Handling Package (230i and 230i xDrive models) • This package has been removed for 2021. Stand-alone options • Upgraded Navigation pricing reduced from $1,700 to $900. • Non-sport seats for Luxury Package have been removed. Click here for more details.

Your world, My BMW. Clever app features let you easily interact with your BMW: destination input, vehicle data and status queries, activating the ventilation system before the start of a journey and contacting the BMW partner can all be done conveniently via a smartphone. All you need is a BMW vehicle from the 2014 model year onwards with the ConnectedDrive Services and a compatible smartphone. The My BMW app features a new, attractive design and impresses with an easy, intuitive menu structure. It can even handle data for several BMW vehicles, enabling you to always keep an eye on other cars within your household or small fleet. more Experience joy electrified! Detailed information about your charging status and charging history are just the start. On the profile tab you can personalize your account and even be rewarded for every purely electric kilometre you drive with a Plug-in Hybrid BMW. By doing so you will collect BMW Points which you can then redeem for BMW charging credit. Wherever you go the My BMW App is your mobility companion. Your world, My BMW.

M CERTIFIED IS YOUR GUARANTEE OF TOTAL EXCELLENCE Passport BMW is your Washington DC and Maryland BMW Dealer, and as one of the few M-Certified dealers in the United States, PASSPORT BMW has access to exclusive M models and materials, including previews of M products before they go to market. Passport BMW is the ONLY M Certified Washington DC BMW Dealer and is your Washington DC Expert in BMW M vehicles and BMW M specials and service. Our BMW M Certified expert sales associates and BMW M Certified expert service technicians have undergone rigorous and highly specialized BMW M vehicle training to gain special insights into the BMW M models. Using this highly detailed BMW M Certified training, we can provide you - our highly elite and selective BMW M vehicle client - with complete competence and confidence in all matters related to the Washington DC BMW high performance M series vehicles. Along with all BMW M-Certified dealers, PASSPORT BMW makes is a priority to live up to and EXCEED your expectations vis a vie the luxury New BMW brand and its stellar reputation of high performance so that we can exceed our clients demanding expectations of excellence in the BMW Washington DC market and the BMW Maryland Dealer market. Regarding the iconic designation that accompanies our highest performing vehicle series, we can confidently assert that when it comes to the Washington DC BMW M Series, no other letter in the alphabet strikes longing in the hearts of sports car aficionados like 'M' does. BMW's performance-tuning branch has been creating the world's most exceptional and most recognized sports cars since 1972, mixing BMW luxury and technology with cutting-edge powertrains and suspension. The result is an unbeatable mix of attributes that have made BMW M vehicles the envy of the sports car world, and the zenith of Washington DC BMW Performance and this icon of the sports-luxury driving experience. Passport BMW is proud to be a Washington DC BMW M certified dealer, which means we're a great place to buy a new or used BMW M car, get your M maintained or pick up BMW M parts and accessories. Our knowledgeable BMW M sales staff knows these vehicles inside and out, and they can answer even your most detailed questions. They'll take the time to hear you out and will assist you in finding the perfect M model for your lifestyle and needs. We carry a large stock of vehicles at our Suitland, Maryland BMW M dealership, which means there's no waiting when you shop with us. Our BMW M inventory has the most popular colors and option packages, so you can be sure you'll find the vehicle you want today. Whether you want a BMW M5, M6, M3, X5 M or X6 M, we have them ready and waiting to hit the open road.

BMW is very proud to be named a Wards 10 Best UX (User Experience) award winner for the BMW X7. Earlier this month, the X6 M was named a Wards 10 Best Interiors award winner for 2020. BMW X7 The seven-passenger BMW X7 arrived in 2019 and immediately resonated with BMW customers looking for the increased space and comfort of a three-row Sports Activity Vehicle without any compromises in performance or handling which BMW is renowned for. more The X7’s luxuriously appointed interior is underpinned by the very best technology that BMW has to offer. Now in its seventh generation, BMW’s iDrive and the new Live Cockpit Professional work together to offer the driver and passengers multiple ways to interact with their Ultimate Driving Machine. Two 12.3-inch fully digital displays and large colorful head-up display deliver information in an easy to use and intuitive format. From the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant’s voice control to the central touch screen, hand gestures and familiar iDrive rotary controller, ways of interacting with your BMW has never been more effortless. “We are grateful to the WardsAuto jurors for their continued vehicle testing in these unprecedented times to bring important information to the new car shoppers.” said Ralph Mahler, Head of BMW Product Planning and Strategy. “BMW first introduced the concept of iDrive nineteen years ago and with today’s seventh generation, it is truly the most intuitive interface in the industry. We want to offer our owners the choice to interact with their BMW in any way they want to, and our new user interface delivers on this promise.” “The X7, BMW’s largest vehicle ever, incorporates the first-rate drivetrain and interior one would expect from the German luxury brand, but it’s also designed to sooth the soul with a user experience beyond compare,” says Tom Murphy, WardsAuto Managing Editor. “The X7 has a ‘Caring Car’ menu as part of the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, which serves as a portal to personal wellness and rejuvenation. The X7’s infotainment system also has ‘Experience Modes’ to tailor your ride for optimum comfort. The driver can toggle through ‘Executive,’ ‘Expressive’ and ‘Well Being,’ each one adjusting comfort settings based on your mood or situation. Beyond all that, the X7 has quick phone pairing, wireless charging, WiFi connectivity, up to eight USB ports, brilliant graphics, an intuitive iDrive user interface and top-notch driver-assistance systems. You can’t ask for much more.” BMW X6 M When the BMW X6 was first introduced, it started a completely new Sports Activity Coupe segment in the industry. Now, twelve years later, in its recently launched third generation, the X6 and the 600 hp X6 M in particular continue to win over enthusiasts not only in the U.S. but around the world. “Customers are drawn to the X6 M’s muscular and outgoing personality.” said Ralph Mahler, Head of BMW Product Planning and Strategy. “We are especially proud of the global success story that this vehicle, designed for and built in the U.S. market, has become. The designers, engineers and product planners have all worked very hard to deliver on the customers’ expectations of their X6 M providing the absolute best combination of luxury and sport. We thank the WardsAuto editors for this important recognition and are happy to accept it on everyone’s behalf.” “There are certain design and styling elements that make a BMW interior unmistakable.” said Tom Murphy, WardsAuto Managing Editor. “The dramatic coupe-like profile makes the X6 look much sportier than a conventional SUV, and the interior amplifies these themes with carbon-fiber trim, tri-color stitching and a color scheme that demands your attention. But it’s the seats, with hexagonal quilting on Merino leather, that shine as the brightest star in the X6 M interior, with integrated head restraints and massive shoulder and hip bolsters that secure front-row occupants for the full experience of the Ultimate Driving Machine.”

BMW announces a very limited edition X7 for those seeking a darker and more mysterious side to their 7-passenger Sports Activity Vehicle. The 2021 X7 Dark Shadow Edition will be built at Plant Spartanburg (SC), BMW Group’s largest global production plant, starting this August for worldwide markets and in Q4 for the U.S. 600 vehicles will be built for customers around the world with approximately 75 units reserved for the U.S. Pre-ordering will kick off on July 23 at 6:01 p.m. EST on www.shopbmwusa.com/X7-Dark-Shadow-Edition-Pre-Order. A refundable $1,000 deposit will reserve one of the limited edition vehicles online with purchase details to be completed with your selected dealer later. The X7 Dark Shadow Edition is equipped with a very comprehensive selection of standard and optional equipment and packages. The only option at pre-order is the selection of second row Captain’s Chairs vs. the standard three-person bench seat. more BMW Individual design features The X7 Dark Shadow Edition will be painted in a BMW Individual Frozen Arctic Grey metallic matte finish, marking the first time this special paint is available on an X vehicle. Extended Shadowline high-gloss black trim is applied to the door window trim, B- and C-pillar covers, side-mirror base covers and roof rails, kidney grille and air breather trim. The tips of the M Sport exhaust system are also finished in black chrome. 22-inch M V-spoke bicolor matte Jett Black light-allow wheels are shod with mixed-size performance run-flat tires. The interior, which can be ordered in either a six or seven passenger configuration, also receives exclusive touches to set this X7 apart from the rest. BMW Individual Full Merino Leather in two-tone Night Blue/Black with contrast stitching covers the seats. The BMW Individual headliner is trimmed with Night Blue Alcantara. The upper dashboard, doors and armrests are trimmed in Night Blue Nappa Leather while the lower dash and front seatbacks are covered in Black Merino leather. BMW Individual Fineline wood trim with aluminium inserts on the upper console area finishes off the exclusive feel of this special X7. BMW Individual Piano Black trim on the lower center console is used as a backdrop for the limited-edition badge. Standard and optional equipment Standard equipment on the X7 Dark Shadow Edition includes: • 22-inch Style 755M wheels with mixed-size performance run-flat tires. • 8-speed Sport Automatic transmission • M Sport Brakes • M Sport Differential • M Sport Exhaust • Adaptive M Suspension • Two-axle air suspension • Remote Engine Start • Icon Adaptive LED with Laserlight • Active Protection • Automatic front seat belt tensioning • Automatic closing of windows and sunroof • Fatigue and Focus alert • Post-crash braking • Active Driving Assistant • Lane Departure warning • Active Blind Spot Detection and Protection • Pedestrian Warning with braking • Frontal Collision warning with City Collision Mitigation • City Collision Mitigation with braking • Speed limit information • Automatic high beams • Rear Cross-traffic alert • Rear Collision preparation • Driving Assistance Professional Package • Extended Traffic Jam Assistance for limited access highways • Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go • Active Lane Keeping Assistant with side collision avoidance • Automatic Lane Change • Evasion Assistant and front cross traffic alert • Cold Weather Package • Heated front and rear seats • 5-zone climate control • Luxury Seating Package • Front ventilated, massaging seats. • Executive Package • Panoramic Sky Lounge LED roof • Heated and cooled cupholders • Glass controls • Multi-contour seats • Bowers and Wilkins Diamond Surround Audio • Live Cockpit Professional with iDrive 7 and two 12.3-inch digital displays • Apple Car-Play and Android Auto Compatibility • SiriusXM with 360L and 1 year All Access subscription • Wireless charging for compatible mobile devices • WiFi Hotspot with complimentary 3-month or 3Gb trial • Head-Up display • Comfort Access keyless entry • Soft-close automatic doors • Acoustic glass • Rear manual side-window shades • Heated front seats, armrests and steering wheel • Leather dashboard • Ambient lighting • Drive recorder • Rear view camera and Surround View with 3D View • Park Distance Control Selectable options at the time of pre-ordering include: • 2nd row Captain’s Chairs in place of 2nd row bench seat.

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Becoming a better driver takes two: you, and your car. When you're both on the same page, that’s what we call Sheer Driving Pleasure. One of the sources of joy and fun is the steering, which enables you to go beyond expectations. With any BMW you don’t have to be an experienced driver to steer like a pro. Be confident, go out and thrill. The all-new BMW 4 Series Coupé with BMW Steering — making every driver a better driver.

BMW is proud to announce the addition of SiriusXM with 360L to many BMW vehicles starting from the 2021 model year. Available on the 2 Series Gran Coupe, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 8 Series, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7 and Z4 Roadsters, SiriusXM’s next generation platform expands audio entertainment options for the BMW owner by offering new features and listening options in and out of their vehicle. The first BMW models equipped with SiriusXM with 360L are expected to be available at BMW dealerships this summer. First available on BMW models in 2002, SiriusXM has been an important and well-received part of the integrated entertainment services offered to BMW customers. With the latest SiriusXM with 360L listening experience, drivers and their passengers gain access to more than 10,000 hours of SiriusXM’s recorded On Demand content whenever they want – including exclusive interviews, unique shows and live performances. With more live channels, an extensive selection of ad-free music, plus sports, wide-ranging entertainment and news, the new expanded platform offers almost limitless options. more “BMW produces some of the finest vehicles in the world, and their reputation for delivering the ultimate driving experience is well-deserved. BMW’s broad adoption of SiriusXM with 360L will give drivers a more rich, diverse and exclusive audio entertainment offering,” said Chris Paganini, VP, Automotive Partnerships, for SiriusXM. “SiriusXM with 360L will be available in several of BMW’s most popular 2021 models, meaning more drivers than ever can discover and enjoy exactly what they want, when they want, from SiriusXM’s variety of premium content.” New BMW vehicles equipped with standard SiriusXM with 360L include the top-tier 12-month All-Access subscription which also allows for listening on the SiriusXM app on mobile devices and on connected home devices. “For almost two decades, BMW drivers have been enjoying the unique entertainment content provided by SiriusXM. In-vehicle entertainment has always been important and today, our customers’ expectations have grown to include the choice to listen to exactly what they want to listen to in that moment,” said Ralph Mahler, Department Head, BMW Product & Strategy. “Just as we were back in 2002, we are excited to be one of the first to offer the new SiriusXM with 360L service to our owners and drivers. Offering entertainment options is as critical to us as offering a choice of how you wish to interact with your vehicle to make driving your BMW an exciting experience every single day. This experience must always be premium however and this premium experience is what our partnership with SiriusXM brings to the enthusiastic BMW owners.” New SiriusXM with 360L Platform Highlights include: On Demand: Choose from thousands of hours of On Demand shows, performances and interviews, available for the first time ever in your BMW, so you never have to miss a moment. For You: Search less and enjoy more — get personalized recommendations of channels and On Demand shows, curated just “For You” based on your listening history and SiriusXM favorites. Live Sports Category: Find NFL, MLB®, NBA, NHL®, college football and basketball games and other sports —in pre-game, in-progress or final states — in one location for quick access to the action. Favorite your team to get its broadcast whenever you tune in. Genre Category Menus: Easily browse and find the genre of channels and other content that fits your mood. Related: Get recommendations of channels and shows related to what you’re currently listening to, so there’s always something up next. Search: Just enter the artist name or channel you’re looking for to easily find what you want to listen to. Profiles: Create up to 5 SiriusXM user profiles so every listener has their SiriusXM Favorites and personalized recommendations just a touch away. Future Software Services and Updates BMW vehicles that feature SiriusXM with 360L will be equipped to receive software updates that will allow BMW owners and lessees to receive the latest features from SiriusXM. One expected future software update will enable 360L’s newest feature, Personalized Stations Powered by Pandora. With Personalized Stations Powered by Pandora, drivers can create their own ad-free music stations based on the artist they are listening to, then give songs a thumbs up or thumbs down within the SiriusXM service, or even skip songs, to create their own personal channel that plays more of what they want.

0.9% APR + Credit of up to $3,000 Click here to view inventory. more Must take delivery by July 31, 2020. Up to $3,000 credit applied against MSRP of new 2020 BMW models when financing through BMW Financial Services NA, LLC. Available credits: $3,000 off 2020 2 Series Gran Coupe, 2020 X3 30i and 2020 X5 40i. Credit may be combined with other offers unless otherwise stated. Qualified rate lock applicants must take delivery within 60 days of initial lock. This offer is contingent upon credit approval, and not all customers will qualify for financing. Availability of finance credit is subject to dealer participation. Visit your authorized BMW Center for important details. 0.9% APR financing for up to 60 months on any new 2019 and 2020 BMW model (including 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, 8 Series, Z4, X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7, i8). Rate is available from participating dealers to very well qualified customers with excellent credit history who meet BMW Financial Services credit requirements. A 60 month finance contract for a new 2019 or 2020 eligible BMW model and an APR of 0.9%, requires 60 month installments of $17.05 per $1,000 financed. No Down payment required. Taxes, title and registration fees extra. Customer liable for insurance, maintenance and repairs. Not all customers will qualify for down payment waiver or lowest rate. Other rates and payment terms available. Subject to availability. APR valid through July 31, 2020. Qualified rate lock applicants must take delivery within 60 days of initial lock. Visit your authorized BMW Center for important details. ©?2020 BMW of North America, LLC. The BMW name, model names, and logo are registered trademarks.

BMW is proud to present the updated 2021 BMW M5 and M5 Competition Sedans. The four-door M sedans, which offer supercar performance with everyday usability for up to five passengers, see the following notable changes: • New front and rear styling. • New, larger 12.3-inch touch screen central information display. • New wireless Android Auto compatibility in addition to Apple CarPlay. • New cloud-based BMW Maps navigation. • New TRACK mode for M5 Competition. • New bicolor Full Merino Leather in Black and Midrand Beige with Alcantara inserts (for M5 Competition). • New shock absorbers and fully recalibrated damper control system for M5 Competition. • New high-gloss black or red finish for standard compound brake calipers. • New Brands Hatch Grey and Motegi Red Metallic paint colors. • New BMW Individual paint colors Tanzanite Blue II metallic, Aventurine Red II metallic and the matte finish Frozen Bluestone metallic. • MSRP pricing is $103,500 for the M5 Sedan and $111,100 for the M5 Competition Sedan. Pricing does not include $995 Destination. more M V8 Power and Performance The 2021 BMW M5 is powered by the S63 4.4-liter TwinPower turbocharged V8 engine producing 600 hp @ 6,000 rpm and 553 ft-lbs. of torque from 1,800 – 5,690 rpm. The M5 Sedan accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.2 seconds and reaches an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph (190 mph when equipped with the optional M Driver’s Package). The M5 Competition Sedan’s engine tuning increases power to 617 hp @ 6,000 rpm and offers a 170 rpm-wider torque band, 553 ft-lbs. @ 1,800 – 5,860 rpm. The Competition model accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.1 seconds and reaches an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph (190 mph when equipped with the optional M Driver’s Package). The engine features two-turbochargers, cross-bank exhaust manifolds, direct injection and upgraded cooling and oil supply. The cross-bank exhaust manifolds improve turbocharger and throttle response by reducing the distance the exhaust gases need to flow to reach the turbochargers. Water-to-air intercooling helps reduce the temperature of the incoming air for improved power. The advanced cooling system is composed of two separate water circuits, one for the intercoolers and one for the engine and turbochargers. An electric cooling pump ensures that the turbochargers receive sufficient coolant flow even after the engine has been turned off. An additional engine oil cooler and transmission oil cooler ensure the M5 is capable of standing up to the higher thermal demands of track driving. The oil supply system features a secondary front chamber in the oil pan which is accessed by a map-controlled oil suction pump to insure effective oil supply during extreme lateral and longitudinal forces. M xDrive and Sport Steptronic transmission The rear-biased M xDrive all-wheel drive system distributes the available 553 ft-lbs. of torque between front and rear axles via an electronically-controlled multi-plate clutch while the Active M Differential further splits torque between left and right rear wheels. The driver can select from three xDrive modes including 4WD, 4WD Sport and 2WD. The Dynamic Stability Control system can be adjusted between three settings to further enhance driver control – DSC ON, MDM (M Dynamic Mode) and DSC OFF. The eight-speed M Steptronic transmission provides extraordinarily short shift times and fast, precise responses to every input of the accelerator. The Drivelogic switch on the gear selector lever allows three modes - efficient, sport or track with extremely rapid gearshifts. A transmission oil cooler ensures the transmission operates within its best temperature range even when the car is put through its paces on the track. Suspension and Steering The M5 features a double-wishbone front and five-link rear suspension design to deliver neutral steering behavior and precise chassis responses. The standard Dynamic Damper Control and M Servotronic steering offer a choice of electronic drive modes – COMFORT, SPORT and SPORT+. Each setting provides firmer suspension settings and increased steering force to make the M5 Sedan equally capable on city streets, winding roads and the most demanding race tracks. The 2021 BMW M5 Competition receives new shocks and a recalibrated damper control system to enhance ride comfort during high-speed highway driving as well as over bumps. Compared to the M5, the Competition model also sits 0.2-inches lower and features increased front negative camber, a firmer rear anti-roll bar, 10% firmer front and rear springs and toe-link ball joint mounts (vs. rubber bushings in the M5 Sedan). Wheels, Tires and Brakes The M5 Sedan is equipped with standard 19 x 9.5-inch front and 19 x 10.5-inch rear M alloy bicolor wheels with 275/40R19 front and 285/40R19 rear performance non-run-flat tires. The M5 Competition is equipped with 20 x 9.5-inch front and 20 x 10.5-inch rear forged M alloy wheels with 275/35R20 and 285/35R20 rear performance non-run-flat tires. The M5 Sedan is equipped with standard M Compound brakes with vented disks and blue six-piston front calipers. High gloss black or red calipers are available as no-cost options. The optional M Carbon Ceramic brakes with gold-finished calipers are 50 lbs lighter, not only reducing unsprung weight but also providing greater thermal stability and fade resistance under the most extreme braking conditions. Exterior Design The new, larger BMW kidney grille and redesigned front and rear bumpers highlight the more aggressive and functional appearance of the 2021 M5 Sedan. The kidney grille now extends further down into the front bumper and features a one-piece chrome surround element. The front bumper shows aggressive lines with larger air intakes on either side. The large hexagonal center intake area provides space for the oil cooler and radar sensor. New L-shaped light tubes within the slimmer, redesigned LED headlights give a more focused, modern appearance to the M5. In the rear, the signature M-specific quad exhaust pipes are framed by the more muscular, restyled rear bumper and diffuser. New rear L-shaped taillights feature a three-dimensional lens design. The M5 Competition comes with a black finish for the BMW kidney grille surround, the front fender side-gill mesh inserts, the exterior mirror caps, the rear trunk spoiler, name badges and rear bumper inserts. The tips of the Competition model’s M Sport exhaust system are finished in Black Chrome. Interior Equipment The interior of the 2021 M5 Sedan is highlighted by the standard Live Cockpit Professional with iDrive 7, a 12.3” digital instrument display and a 12.3” digital central touchscreen central information display (up from previous 10.25”). Standard navigation, Apple CarPlay Compatibility and Android Auto Compatibility are included. This benefits already enjoyed by Apple iPhone owners are now available to Android users, making it easier to access a large number of digital services from the car in the same way as on their smartphone. These include Google Assistant, Google Maps, music streaming services like Spotify and Amazon Music and the WhatsApp messaging service. M Mode button Accessing the various M mode settings is now easier on the 2021 M5, courtesy of the new M8. A single M mode button replaces the previous individual buttons for the engine, chassis, suspension, steering and xDrive system. Default Road mode – all standard and optional driver assist systems are fully operational. Full information displays in the digital instrument display and Head-Up display. Sport mode – Allows the driver to adjust or turn off various assist systems. The M View is activated for both the instrument cluster and Head-Up display. A tachometer, digital speed, selected gear and shift lights are displayed in the center with coolant temperature, tire pressure and longitudinal and lateral forces available to the left and right. Track mode – available on M5 Competition model and accessed by pressing and holding down the M Mode button. Designed for use on closed tracks, confirmation of this mode is required via the iDrive controller. Driver assistance system intervention is turned off. The audio system and center control display are turned off so the driver may concentrate on the road ahead with important information provided via the Head-Up and the digital instrument displays. Advanced Driver Assistance Systems and new BMW Maps The 2021 BMW M5 Sedan comes equipped with standard Assist features designed to deliver peace of mind and improved driving comfort. Included systems are Lane Departure Warning with steering correction (to keep you in the lane), frontal collision and pedestrian warning with braking function (which allows for reaction to vehicles, stationary objects, cyclists and pedestrians), blind spot detection, rear cross traffic alert (which warns of possible crossing traffic when backing up), rear collision preparation, automatic high beams and speed limit information. Optional on the M5 is the Driving Assistance Professional Package which adds Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Extended Traffic Jam Assist for limited access highways – a Level 2 autonomous assist system which helps to reduce fatigue in stop and go freeway traffic by allowing for extended hands free vehicle operation – Lane Keeping Assistant with side collision avoidance, Evasion Aid, Front Cross-Traffic Alert and Emergency Stop Assistant – which can help guide your BMW to the shoulder and bring it to a halt in a medical emergency situation. The navigation has also been improved with a new digital cloud-based feature called BMW Maps. The benefits are faster route calculations and dynamic recalculation based on precise real-time traffic data. The route is worked out using an anticipatory approach, meaning upcoming traffic along the entire route is factored into the calculation of the expected arrival time. Complete traffic data is now available for more minor roads, too. Hazard warnings transmitted online from the BMW fleet now reach the car even faster thanks to connected navigation. These improvements help to produce a very accurate estimate of arrival time and improved route guidance. The destination input function has also been improved and now lets the driver enter any word. Alternatively, the destination can be entered at any time simply by voice control. Plus, points of interest (POIs) along the route are described in greater detail, with reviews, opening times and photos. BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant The new 2021 M5 Sedan also offers the latest version of BMW’s Intelligent Personal Assistant to help interact with your car in a more natural way. Activated by a spoken prompt, such as “Hey BMW” or at the touch of a button, this digital companion learns the way you communicate to provide better and more accurate responses. Naturally spoken instructions can now also be used to open and close the car’s windows (partially or fully) or adjust the air conditioning. In addition, the driver can set rules by which the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant learns routines that increase convenience in specific situations. For instance, the driver’s window could be opened automatically when the vehicle reaches a chosen location via GPS coordinates, such as the entrance to a garage. Click here for the full article

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