The BMW 5 Series' sporty limited edition "M Spirit" | BMW
BMW 523i M Spirit | BMW 523i M Spirit
BMW 523d Touring M Spirit | BMW 523d Touring M Spirit
The 5 Series Gets a Sporty "M Spirit" Styling
On Monday, October 29th, BMW announced the launch of the "523i M Spirit" and "523d Touring M Spirit" special editions for the 5 Series, featuring sporty exterior styling. Sales have commenced.
Text by YANAKA Tomomi
Equipped with Head-Up Display and Driving Assistant Plus
A sporty special edition has arrived for the 5 Series, which underwent a full model change last year, evolving into its seventh generation after an eight-year hiatus.
The "523i M Spirit" sedan is based on the "523i" model, powered by a 2.0-liter gasoline engine producing a maximum output of 135kW (184ps) and peak torque of 135kW (184ps). Meanwhile, the wagon-type "523d Touring M Spirit" is based on the "523d Touring" model, featuring a diesel engine with a maximum output of 140kW (190ps) and 400Nm (40.8kgm) of torque. Both are paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
The special editions adopt the M Sport package, including sporty exterior design elements, M Sport suspension, and a dedicated steering wheel. The agile image is further enhanced by 18-inch alloy wheels.
Additionally, they are equipped with a Head-Up Display and Driving Assistant Plus, which enables partial autonomous driving.
The "523i M Spirit" sedan is priced at 6.95 million yen, and the "523d Touring M Spirit" wagon at 7.65 million yen.
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BMW 523i M Spirit | BMW 523i M Spirit
Body Dimensions | Length 4,945 x Width 1,870 x Height 1,480mm
Wheelbase | 2,975mm
Engine | 1,998cc Inline 4-cylinder DOHC Gasoline
Max Output | 135kW (184ps) / 5,000rpm
Max Torque | 290Nm (29.6kgm) / 1,350-4,250rpm
Transmission | 8-speed AT
Drivetrain | FR
JC08 Mode Fuel Economy | 13.9km/ℓ
Seating Capacity | 5 people
Price | 6.95 million yen
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BMW 523d Touring M Spirit | BMW 523d Touring M Spirit
Body Dimensions | Length 4,950 x Width 1,870 x Height 1,500mm
Wheelbase | 2,975mm
Engine | 1,995cc Inline 4-cylinder DOHC Diesel
Max Output | 140kW (190ps) / 4,000rpm
Max Torque | 400Nm (40.8kgm) / 1,750-2,500rpm
Transmission | 8-speed AT
Drivetrain | FR
JC08 Mode Fuel Economy | 19.4km/ℓ
Seating Capacity | 5 people
Price | 7.65 million yen
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