The manufacturer Bávarian Alpina is famous for being one of the best preparers of the Bmw house, in 2017 they decided to upgrade the medium series sedan 5.
For starters, the chosen engine is 4.4 liter gasoline and eight Biturbo V-cylinders taken from the M550i Xdrive, its original power produces 455 HP and 479 lb-ft of torque but improved to 608 HP and 590 lb-ft . of torque. but improved to 608 HP and 590 lb-ft. of torque. To control all this power to the 4 wheels, an 8-speed Steptronic automatic ZF transmission is used. This results in a 0 to 62 mph start (0-100 km/h) in an impressive 3.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 205 mph (330 km/h).
The exhaust system has also been improved, this time from the brand Akrapovic comes mounted on this B5 Biturbo that gives not only more power but a sharper and sportier sound. The suspension, direction and stability control have also been calibrated.
On the outside, it is adorned with several chrome moldings, it receives a more sporty body kit and a rear diffuser where the 4 integrated exhaust exits are embedded. Mount some 20-inch wheels along with Pirelli P-Zero 255/35 front and 295/30 rear tires. The brakes are disc on all 4 wheels and consists of 4 fixed pistons of 395 mm on the front axle and 398 mm on the rear axle.
For the interior, the Biturbo B5 includes leather-trimmed seats, some details in carbon fiber and aluminum, It also comes with a 3-spoke sports steering wheel and the cluster of the dashboard is fully customized where you can choose various configurations made by Alpina.
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