BMW currently offers luxury drivers three hybrid options: the BMW ActiveHybrid X6, BMW ActiveHybrid 750i, and BMW Active Hybrid 750 Li. The award-winning German automaker has even started leasing the electric ActiveE to select drivers as part of a two-year field test...That's a total of four eco-friendly, hyper-fuel-efficient vehicles with zero compromise to performance. In March 2012, that number will grow to five.

The all-new 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 - perhaps the most approachable hybrid vehicle BMW has offered to date. Quite apropos, don't you think? BMW's fifth hybrid vehicle joins the 5-Series.

Braman BMW Jupiter thinks so at least. And, we're quite certain BMW ActiveHybrid 5 will have greater mass appeal than any of the aforementioned hybrid and electric vehicles. It's designed especially for luxury car consumers looking for a midrange 5-Series trim.

2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 At a Glance

- Engine: 3.0-Liter twin-scroll turbocharged inline-six-cylinder
- Motor: 55-horspower motor
- Battery Pack: Lithium ion
- Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
- Combined Horsepower: 335 hp
-  Wheels: Distinctive 18-inch
-  Standard Comfort and Convenience Features: Navigation system, four-zone climate control and more

As far as fuel economy is concerned, an official EPA estimate has not yet been released. BMW does, however, report the all-new 2012 ActiveHybrid 5 promises a double-digit improvement in mileage compared to its petrol-powered counterpart, the BMW 535i, which delivers 20 mpg city/30 mpg highway.

Interested in learning more about the forthcoming BMW ActiveHybrid5? Braman BMW Jupiter promises more details, closer to the car's March launch. In the mean time, feel free to browse our entire new BMW inventory online. Or, explore our vast assortment in person at 1555 W. Indiantown Rd. If you have any questions about BMW hybrid or electric powertrains, submit our online contact form.