Interior and Design: 2017 BMW G30 5 Series

The latest 5 Series has just been revealed to the world. Aside from being more dynamic, the interior and design is also more luxurious than ever. The vehicle has been largely inspired and modelled from the current G11 7 Series so there are similarities that makes the 5 Series more high-end.

Athleticism, luxury and elegance are the main themes of the design language used for the 2017 BMW G30 5 Series. “The new BMW 5 Series will make a mature, confidently stylish and dynamic impression at every opportunity. The formal and precise design combines presence, aesthetic appeal and functionality in equal measure,” said Karim Habib, Head of BMW Design.

In terms of vital statistics, the new 5 Series is longer (36 mm), wider (6 mm) and taller (2 mm) than the previous model. It is bigger in measurement but it is designed in a way that it still looks leaner, muscular, and tighter all over.

The front end features headlights that connect with wider signature kidney grilles. All LED headlights are in an evolved version of the classic twin-circle BMW headlight. Adaptive LED headlights are also available, with BMW Selective Beam anti-dazzle high beam technology, boasting a range of up to 500 meters.

“For the first time, the new BMW 5 Series Sedan brings together two traditional BMW design elements which are normally separate from one another. The swage line turns up as it heads rearwards, moving from shadow to light and sweeping up the Hofmeister kink in its path rather than continuing into the rear. This upwards motion lends the car a forward-surging character, and the expressive, swooping surface imbues it with an undeniable muscularity,” said Habib.

BMW wanted the new 5 Series to be the perfect blend between luxury, technology and sportiness and this showed in the interior and design. “In the seventh model generation, we have upped the precision and the quality of finish considerably and revolutionized the display and control concept. The result is a BMW 5 Series that once again hits the mark as the ideal business sedan,” said Habib.

The interior is business-oriented, as the design was clearly taken from the 7 Series. This allows customers to experience 7 Series interior luxury, without having to pay a premium.

The interior features built-in soundproofing with sound absorbers built into the headliner eliminate interfering sounds in the particularly sensitive area close to the occupants’ heads for increase comfort and ease of conversation between passengers.

Another notable feature is the seat massage functions with eight different massage programs, each with a choice of three intensity modes, relax the muscles in the back and relieve the strain on the spinal discs while driving. The eight programs are subdivided into three categories: Mobilization, Relaxation and Vitality.

The interior features touch-sensitive seat controls, latest-generation of iDrive with touchscreen and Gesture Control, a new full-color Head-Up Display, two-zone climate control, optional four-zone climate control with ionized and fragranced air, and a choice between six different ambient lighting colors with eleven different effects and brightness adjustment.

The exterior design may not show a significant change but the overall interior and design has definitely improved.

Photo source: Bimmerpost