BMW 5 Series: A Special Edition for the Discerning Gentleman
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April 22, 2016

BMW 5 Series: A Special Edition for the Discerning Gentleman


BMW 5 Series Celebration Edition BARON


BMW 5 Series Celebration Edition Baron


A Special Edition 5 Series for the Gentleman


On the 21st, BMW announced that it would release a special edition of the "5 Series," the "Celebration Edition Baron," in a limited run of 200 units starting Saturday, April 29th. This model is the second in a series of special limited editions commemorating BMW's 100th anniversary.


Text by YANAKA Tomomi



A Body Color Inspired by a "Gentleman's Suit"


Following the "i3 Celebration Edition Carbonite" which commemorated BMW's 100th anniversary, comes a special edition of the "5 Series" named "Baron," meaning "nobleman." The base model is the "523d," equipped with a 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder diesel engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, delivering a maximum output of 135 kW (184 ps) and a peak torque of 380 Nm (38.7 kgm).


The body colors include "Mineral Grey" and "Mediterranean Blue," inspired by a "gentleman's suit." The interior features Oyster-colored leather seats paired with wood trim, and is equipped with an aroma diffuser and front seat heater. Additionally, exclusive accessories such as a coat hanger for jackets and a special key case are provided.



BMW 5 Series Celebration Edition BARON | BMW 5 Series Celebration Edition Baron

BMW 5 Series Celebration Edition BARON | BMW 5 Series Celebration Edition Baron


Other features include an automatic trunk lid operation that opens and closes the trunk with the push of a button, and soft-close doors that gently close the doors automatically.


The limited production run is 200 units, with a price of 7.77 million yen.




BMW 5 Series Celebration Edition BARON
BMW 5 Series Celebration Edition Baron

Body Dimensions | Length 4,910 x Width 1,860 x Height 1,475 mm
Wheelbase | 2,970 mm
Vehicle Weight | 1,760 kg
Engine | 1,995cc Inline 4-Cylinder DOHC TwinPower Turbo Diesel
Maximum Output | 135 kW (184 ps) / 4,000 rpm
Maximum Torque | 380 Nm (38.7 kgm) / 1,750-2,750 rpm
Transmission | 8-Speed AT
Drivetrain | FR
Fuel Economy (JC08 Mode) | 16.6 km/ℓ
Tires Front/Rear | 245/45R18 / 275/40R18
Limited Production | 200 Units
Price | 7.77 Million Yen



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