Now, Alpina is offering us more of the B5 Biturbo magic, releasing a new set of images for the refined vehicle.
The newcomer is based on the current F10 generation of the 5 Series and is an alternative to BMW’s F10 range topper, the M5 (which hasn’t been launched yet).
The B5 Biturbo uses the same powerplant as the upcoming M5. We are talking about the 4.4 liter twin-turbocharged V8 that produces 500 hp and a maximum torque of 516 lb-ft (the M5 might offer a small power and/or torque premium).
The unit pushes the sedan past the 62 mph mark in 4.7 seconds and on to a top speed of 191 mph (307 km/h).
However, all that grunt doesn’t make the B5 Biturbo a planet-killer. Instead the vehicle manages to deliver good fuel economy and CO2 emissions figures (Alpina claims that these are class-leading). The saloon offers a combines cycle fuel economy of 21.8 mpg and emits 252 grams of CO2 per km.
Alpina and BMW’s M division normally use different engines for their vehicles, as the two aim to offer different feelings. The first delivers a smooth experience, while the latter is focused on performance.
This is why the B5 Biturbo and the M5 will be separated by transmissions. The M5 should come with a dual-clutch gearbox, while the Alpina B5 Biturbo uses an eight-speed Switch Tronic automatic transmission.
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