The Top-of-the-line 5-series variant is set to draw customers who are looking for uniqueness and a car for all occasions

Once again defining a brand new segment in the market, BMW has announced the arrival of the all-new Gran Turismo in Oman. An embodiment of the leading premium automotive manufacturer’s commitment to innovation, the BMW Gran Turismo combines the characteristic features of a prestigious sedan, the functionality and space of an SAV and elements of a traditional grand touring car.

The exterior of the car combines the proportions so typical of a BMW, an elegantly stretched silhouette and a coupé-like roofline, as well as four doors with frameless windows to create one complete, harmonious unit. The front view of the car animates powerful dynamism through the sheer presence of the upright BMW kidney grille, large air intakes and dual round headlights slanted back at an attractive angle. For the first time the daytime driving light function is provided by corona rings with LED technology, while the rear end is enhanced by L-shaped rear light clusters with illuminated rows of lights in LED technology and a two-piece tailgate.

The luxurious interior of the BMW Gran Turismo enables the driver and passengers to vary the generous space inside the car to their individual, personal requirements. This superior feeling of comfort is further enhanced by the large window areas, the optional panorama glass roof, as well as high-class materials with supreme quality of finish.

Commenting on the arrival of the vehicle in Oman, Johnny Oommen, Head of Operations at Al Jenaibi International Automobiles, the exclusive importer of the BMW Group in Oman, said: “BMW has a proud history of pioneering automotive innovations, and the success of the BMW X6 proved that there is a healthy demand for a completely new segment of innovative and aesthetic vehicles. The BMW Gran Turismo is the only vehicle of its kind in the market right now.

“We are confident that this new model will strengthen BMW’s position in the luxury performance class, and our customers can be assured of a truly exceptional offering backed by excellent customer service,” Mr. Oommen added.

The BMW Gran Turismo enters the market carrying over BMW EfficientDynamics into a new segment in the automobile world, allowing the model to set new standards in terms of economy and emission management.

The Gran Turismo will enter the Omani market with eight-speed automatic transmission and two engine variants – the in-line six cylinder 535i and the V8 550i – both with twin-turbo technology. The BMW 535i Gran Turismo has a maximum output of 306 hp with a top speed of 250 km/hr and acceleration from 0–100 km/h in 6.3 seconds. The top-of-the-range engine, the BMW 550i Gran Turismo has a maximum output of 407 hp with a top speed of 250 km/hr and acceleration from 0–100 km/h in 5.5 seconds.