The next bmw 5 series is just around the corner and although the German brand has an excellent M5 CSThe team of alpine decided to gamble with an exquisite special edition of the B5, called GT and limited to 250 units, between the sedan and the Touring version. The prices are $157,920 euros for the sedan and $161,176 euros for the Touring variant, with deliveries agreed for July of this year.
Compared to the normal propellant of the B5, a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8, Improved air intake, intake muffler and engine ECU recalibrated. With this, the B5 GT now delivers 625 Hp and 627 lb-ft of torque, making it the sedan of Most powerful Alpina to date. Not only that, it’s more powerful than an Alpina B5 and the BMW M5 Competition, though slightly less powerful than the M5 CS.
The transmission, typically a ZF eight-speed automatic, also underwent a software revision for more efficient shifting. If we add to this the xDrive traction system, we can get a 0-100 in less than 3.4 seconds (3.6 seconds for the Touring version) and a top speed of between 322 and 330 km/h, depending on the bodywork.
Other extra improvements are found in its titanium exhaust (painted black), a stabilizer bar to reinforce the front end, four-wheel Brembo brakes and a lowered rear axle on the Touring model.
Of look, of course everything is elegance and sobriety. Alpina’s work is such that it makes an M5 look like a tuned car (technically it’s based on a 550i). Details are minimal, including very discreet skirts, body-color rear bumper (no piano black inserts) and the famous 20″ multi-spoke wheels in bronze (Marron Volciano). As an option, you can order the classic Alpina graphics that They go through the doors, which have a very elegant and distinctive design.
Inside, there are plenty of upholstery options, be it Nappa, Merion or Lavalina leather, as well as optional black Dakota leather sport seats with Alcantara inserts. Wood inserts, metallic bronze, commemorative badges and plaques, plus the Harman Kardon audio system complete the package.
The Alpina B5 GT It’s the ultimate road car, as powerful as an M5 but in a suit: the James Bond of sedans. bmw.
