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Alpina B5 Touring (F11) 4.4 V8 (540 Hp) BITURBO
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Alpina B5:
The Alpina B5 and D5 are a series of high performance executive cars manufactured by German Automobile manufacturer Alpina. Introduced at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, the car is the third generation of the B5 and succeeds the Alpina B5. Based on the BMW 5 Series , the car is available in both saloon and wagon bodystyles.
Based on the 540i X-Drive, but the B5 uses a modified 4. 4-litre N63 twin-turbocharged V8 called the N63TU2. Modifications include a re-designed air intake, cooling system, higher compression Mahle pistons, twin-scroll Garrett turbos, a larger intercooler, new NGK spark plugs and revised ECU map. A lighter exhaust system also reduces back pressure. This allows a higher power output of 447 kW and 800 N⋅m of torque. Due to the higher torque output, the 8-speed automatic transmission, manufactured by ZF, uses stronger internals. Alpina TCU mapping allows quicker shift times and launch control. The transmission allows 100 launches before disabling the feature to preserve reliability....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Touring (F11) Overview:
Alpina B5 (Touring (F11)). With 730 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1990 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.6 s). The top speed reaches 316 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
4.4 V8 (540 Hp) BITURBO Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This 4.4-liter V8 Biturbo engine delivers immense power and torque, providing effortless acceleration and a top speed exceeding 300 km/h. It's incredibly smooth yet brutally fast, perfect for high-speed cruising and spirited driving.
Fuel Economy
Given its substantial power output and V8 configuration, the combined fuel consumption of 10.6 l/100 km is respectable, though urban figures are significantly higher. It's not an economy car, but efficient for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional performance from the Biturbo V8
- • Luxurious and comfortable interior for long journeys
- • Practicality of a station wagon with ample cargo space
- • Exclusive and understated design compared to M models
- • Superb ride quality and handling balance
Cons:
- • High purchase price and running costs
- • Significant fuel consumption, especially in urban areas
- • Complex high-performance engine may incur higher maintenance
- • Limited availability due to its niche market
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Touring (E61): 2008 - 2011).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Alpina |
| Model: | B5 |
| Generation: | Touring (F11) |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.4 V8 (540 Hp) BITURBO |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 540 Hp @ 5200-6250 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 122.9 Hp/l [70mm more] |
| Torque: | 730 Nm @ 2800-5000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 4395 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 316 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.7 kg/Hp, 271.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.7 kg/Nm, 366.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1990 |
| Max. weight: | 2620 |
| Max load: | 630 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1670 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 560 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4913 mm mm [70mm more] |
| Width: | 1860 mm mm [14mm more] |
| Height: | 1453 mm mm [38mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2968 mm mm [82mm more] |
| Front track: | 1599 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1599 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 255/35 ZR20; 285/30 ZR20 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.5J x 20; 9.5J x 20 |
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