BMW 5 ActiveHybrid 2013
BMW 5 ActiveHybrid 2013 — BMW brought the intelligent hybrid drive systems to the next level of development with the announcement of the new 2013 BMW 5 ActiveHybrid, as the latest generation of the model series which features an amazing combination force of combustion engine and electric motor, enhancing its efficiency and driving pleasure even further.
For the first time ever, the new 2013 BMW 5 ActiveHybrid features a BMW TwinPower Turbo V-6 in-line engine, along with an electric drive system and an 8-speed automatic gearbox, all in one model. The newest version of BMW ActiveHybrid technology now boasts the precisely controlled and extremely effective energy management to the combination, which even further gives this new premium executive car BMW 5 ActiveHybrid such an exceptional ratio of performance and fuel economy.
The 2013 BMW 5 ActiveHybrid's drive system produces output of 250 kW/340 hp, powering the car to be driven up to 60 km/h (37 mph) on electric power alone and sprints the BMW 5 ActiveHybrid from standstill to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 5.9 seconds, as well as limits the average fuel consumption as low as 6.4 - 7.0 litres / 100 kilometres (44 - 40 mpg imp) and lowers the CO2 emissions to 149 - 163 grams/kilometer. The 225 kW/306 hp 6-cylinder in-line engine features the BMW TwinPower Turbo technology planted in the new 2013 BMW 5 ActiveHybrid is the similar power engine widely known for its free-revving and pulling power, as well as efficiency in the BMW 535i.
While its 40 kW/55 hp developing electric motor, is supplied by a high-performance lithium-ion battery that's integrated into the luggage area. This superb power combination of the two drive systems is transferred to the rear wheels through the 8-speed automatic gearbox. Supporting the full-hybrid construction, for purely electric and emission-free driving in urban conditions, the new BMW 5 ActiveHybrid 2013 not only features the sportiest performance in the segment, but also a double-digit improvement percentage in fuel economy over the BMW 535i.
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