Let’s welcome the new 2020 ALPINA D5 Facelift that was unveiled earlier these days. Since BMW’s fantastic M550d quad-turbo model was phased out, the fresh ALPINA D5 is currently the most powerful diesel in the BMW family. The 3.0 liter straight-six cylinder engine with 3 turbochargers delivers a formidable output of 300 kilowatts (408 hp). the utmost torque of 800 Nm (590 lb-ft) is obtainable between 1750 and 2750 pm.
The BMW ALPINA D5 S Saloon accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and therefore the touring in 4.6 seconds. With a top speed of 286 km/h (178 mph) (Touring 283 km/h (176 mph)), the BMW ALPINA D5 S is one among the quickest of its kind. In cooperation with the specialists at ZF, the 8HP75 transmission has been specially designed to deal with the engine’s high torque.
To stop all that power, the ALPINA brake system comprises of four-piston mounted brake calipers with brake discs of 395 mm diameter on the front axle and floating brake calipers with brake discs of 398 mm on the rear. there’s also an optional high-performance brake with light-weight drilled composite brake discs and specific brake pads.
The ALPINA Sport Suspension is paired with the BMW ALPINA D5 S offering a good range of driving modes, from SPORT+ to COMFORT+. A mechanical limited-slip differential, using motorsport grade CNC machined components, is offered as an option.
Just like the refreshed ALPINA B5 Facelift, the ALPINA D5 S facelift is given a brand new look based on the M Sport package of the 5 Series. massive air intakes in the front apron increase cooling performance and emphasize the engine’s performance character. The ALPINA sports exhaust system with 2 twin tailpipes is fantastically integrated into the rear apron.
In addition, there are changes to the headlights, kidneys, and taillights compared to the 5 Series which supplies the power diesel from Buchloe a significantly additional dynamic appearance.
The ALPINA 20-spoke wheel style of the ALPINA CLASSIC 20’’ solid wheels are, of course, included. The wheels are optionally accessible in Black or Himalaya grey. The wheels are wrapped in the Pirelli P Zero tires.
And a bit like the petrol-powered ALPINA B5, this exciting diesel won’t be coming to the States.
