BMW 5 Series/i5 Secures 2024 World Luxury Car Title At New York Auto Show

The 2024 World Car Finals, energized by Brembo, culminated at the New York International Auto Show, unveiling the victors across six distinguished categories. The BMW 5 Series / i5 clinched the title of the 2024 World Luxury Car, marking a significant milestone as BMW's ninth accolade in the history of the World Car Awards. Bernd Körber, Senior Vice President of BMW Brand and Product Management, shared their pride in receiving this esteemed award, highlighting it as a testament to BMW's allure among discerning customers globally.

The BMW 5 Series / i5 emerged victorious from an initial roster of thirteen global contenders, ultimately outpacing finalists such as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV. Criteria for the World Luxury Car category include a minimum annual production volume of 5,000 units, luxury-car level pricing in primary markets, and availability in at least two major markets on two different continents from January 1, 2023, to March 30, 2024.

The New York International Auto Show organizers lauded the World Car Awards for two decades of excellence and extended congratulations to all winners. Daniele Schillaci, CEO of Brembo, also congratulated the victors while underscoring the role of advanced technologies and trends in sculpting the automotive landscape.

The Road to the World Car Awards is an esteemed annual event that sees over 100 international jurors evaluating and voting on eligible vehicles across six categories. Their insights and evaluations are shared on World Car TV, offering reviews and commentary on the competing vehicles. This journey commenced on September 22, 2023, leading up to its conclusion at the New York International Auto Show.

In its 20th year, the World Car Awards continues to honor automotive excellence, leadership, and innovation amidst the dynamic shifts within the global industry. The awards assess new or significantly redesigned vehicles available in various markets across continents, identifying winners in categories such as World Car Design, World Performance Car, and World Electric Vehicle.

The Geneva International Motor Show (February 26 to March 3, 2024) stands as a beacon for future mobility trends and remains one of the most prestigious motor shows worldwide. Recently expanding its presence with GIMS Qatar, it continues to captivate audiences with visions of automotive futures. Meanwhile, the New York International Auto Show holds the distinction of being North America's first and most attended auto show. Owned and produced by the Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association, it presents nearly 1,000 new cars and trucks, spotlighting new ideas and technological innovations in the automotive sector.