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Alpina B5 Touring (G31, facelift 2020) GT 4.4 V8 (634 Hp) AWD Switch-Tronic
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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 (G31, facelift 2020) Overview:
Alpina B5 (Touring (G31, facelift 2020)). With 850 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2155 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.4 s). The top speed reaches 328 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.
GT 4.4 V8 (634 Hp) AWD Switch-Tronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This GT variant offers truly astonishing, supercar-rivalling performance for a station wagon, with blistering acceleration and immense top speed.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a high-output V8, fuel consumption is significant, averaging around 12 l/100 km under mixed driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Supercar-level performance in a practical station wagon body
- • Luxurious and high-quality interior with bespoke Alpina touches
- • Exceptional long-distance grand touring comfort and refinement
- • All-wheel drive system provides superb traction and stability
- • Exclusivity and unique blend of sportiness and luxury
Cons:
- • Very high purchase price and significant running costs (fuel, insurance, maintenance)
- • Steering feel, while precise, is less raw than some direct competitors
- • Limited availability and specialist servicing requirements
- • Can be perceived as understated by some compared to more overtly aggressive rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Sedan (F10 LCI, Facelift 2013): 2013 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Alpina |
| Model: | B5 |
| Generation: | Touring (G31, facelift 2020) |
| Modification (Engine): | GT 4.4 V8 (634 Hp) AWD Switch-Tronic |
| Start of production: | January, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 634 Hp @ 5500-6500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 144.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 850 Nm @ 3500-5000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 4395 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | BiTurbo, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 12 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-ISC-FCM |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 328 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.4 kg/Hp, 294.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.5 kg/Nm, 394.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 10.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2155 |
| Max. weight: | 2620 |
| Max load: | 465 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1700 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 560 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4978 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Width: | 1868 mm mm [8mm more] |
| Height: | 1466 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2975 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2126 mm |
| Front track: | 1611 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1596 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Switch-Tronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 255/35 ZR20 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 8.5J x 20 |
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