BMW decided to play on the strings of nostalgia and remind fans what a true “five-series” used to be like. The special series BMW 540i xDrive Legacy Edition is dedicated to the legendary E34 generation — a sedan that in the late 80s and early 90s became a true symbol of style, speed, and a slightly dangerous charm.
This model is also remembered and loved in Ukraine. However, in the 90s, not everyone liked it — more often people feared its owners than admired them. But over the years, as passions subsided, the E34 began to be regarded with warmth, as a car that embodied its era and had a special, almost hooligan character.
The new Legacy Edition special version will be released in a limited run — only 151 units for Canada. The car combines modern technology and respect for traditions. Under the hood is a 3.0-liter inline turbocharged six-cylinder engine producing 380 hp, which enables acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds. All-wheel drive and an -speed automatic transmission make handling more confident, and the Bowers & Wilkins audio system with 18 speakers promises incredible sound.
Against the backdrop of its predecessor, the E34, the new model looks more massive: the length has increased from 4720 mm to 5060 mm, and the wheelbase from 2761 mm to 2995 mm. But it is this difference between generations that is clearly shown in the BMW photoshoot: the sky-blue newcomer next to the classic E34 in the same color scheme looks like a dialogue between the past and the present.
Adding to its special appeal is the fact that the regular 540i version is not available in Canada — there is only the less powerful 530i xDrive or the heavy plug-in hybrid 550e. Therefore, the Legacy Edition is a true gift for fans willing to pay for exclusivity and a piece of the 90s spirit.