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Perth Now
27-06-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
BMW 5 Series goes back to its inline six roots with special edition
BMW Canada has revealed the 2026 BMW 540i xDrive Legacy Edition, a heritage-inspired limited edition that marks the return of the inline-six 5 Series (sans PHEV tech) to the region. Just 151 units will be produced, claiming to 'embody the essence of the traditional 5 Series experience' thanks to the 'now legendary' 3.0-litre turbocharged inline six petrol engine under the bonnet, developing 375hp (280kW) of power and and 398 lb-ft (540Nm) of torque. Featuring intelligent xDrive all-wheel drive and a standard eight-speed automatic transmission, the 540i xDrive Legacy Edition can scoot from 0-100km/h in just 4.7 seconds, which makes the heritage special as quick to triple figures as the E60-generation V10-powered M5 from the 2000s-2010s. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert The current G60-generation 5 Series has been unavailable in 540i xDrive specification until the Legacy Edition, and BMW says the limited-run model has been 'carefully curated for customers who appreciate both heritage and performance'. Spec sheet headliners include no-cost option BMW Individual Manufaktur paintwork such as the beautiful Maldives Blue II Metallic shown here alongside a matching E34-gen 540i sedan; the M Sport Pro Package; 21-inch Individual alloy wheels; as well as an 18-speaker Bowers and Wilkins surround sound system. Pricing starts at $94,500 CAD (A$105,830), with orders opening back on 18 June in Canada. BMW says first deliveries are expected to begin during the fourth quarter of 2025. BMW Australia doesn't offer the 540i xDrive, though the 540d xDrive with its 3.0-litre inline six turbo-diesel is sold here. The mild-hybrid-assisted oiler makes less power but more torque (223kW/670Nm), good for a 5.2-second 0-100km/h dash. Supplied Credit: CarExpert The 5 Series range in Australia starts from $114,900 before on-road costs for the four-cylinder turbo 520i, with the inline-six 540d xDrive priced from $134,900 plus on-roads. The electric i5 eDrive40 kicks off from $155,900, while the high-performance i5 M60 starts from $215,900 – all prices exclude on-road costs. While the 540i xDrive Legacy Edition is destined exclusively for the Canadian market, Australian customers can specify the local 5 Series range with similar equipment, including the lovely Maldives Blue II Metallic BMW Individual Manufaktur paint (~A$7300) and the M Sport Plus Package (~A$3200). MORE: Explore the BMW 5 Series showroom
7NEWS
27-06-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
BMW 5 Series goes back to its inline six roots with special edition
BMW Canada has revealed the 2026 BMW 540i xDrive Legacy Edition, a heritage-inspired limited edition that marks the return of the inline-six 5 Series (sans PHEV tech) to the region. Just 151 units will be produced, claiming to 'embody the essence of the traditional 5 Series experience' thanks to the 'now legendary' 3.0-litre turbocharged inline six petrol engine under the bonnet, developing 375hp (280kW) of power and and 398 lb-ft (540Nm) of torque. Featuring intelligent xDrive all-wheel drive and a standard eight-speed automatic transmission, the 540i xDrive Legacy Edition can scoot from 0-100km/h in just 4.7 seconds, which makes the heritage special as quick to triple figures as the E60-generation V10-powered M5 from the 2000s-2010s. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The current G60-generation 5 Series has been unavailable in 540i xDrive specification until the Legacy Edition, and BMW says the limited-run model has been 'carefully curated for customers who appreciate both heritage and performance'. Spec sheet headliners include no-cost option BMW Individual Manufaktur paintwork such as the beautiful Maldives Blue II Metallic shown here alongside a matching E34-gen 540i sedan; the M Sport Pro Package; 21-inch Individual alloy wheels; as well as an 18-speaker Bowers and Wilkins surround sound system. Pricing starts at $94,500 CAD (A$105,830), with orders opening back on 18 June in Canada. BMW says first deliveries are expected to begin during the fourth quarter of 2025. BMW Australia doesn't offer the 540i xDrive, though the 540d xDrive with its 3.0-litre inline six turbo-diesel is sold here. The mild-hybrid-assisted oiler makes less power but more torque (223kW/670Nm), good for a 5.2-second 0-100km/h dash. The 5 Series range in Australia starts from $114,900 before on-road costs for the four-cylinder turbo 520i, with the inline-six 540d xDrive priced from $134,900 plus on-roads. The electric i5 eDrive40 kicks off from $155,900, while the high-performance i5 M60 starts from $215,900 – all prices exclude on-road costs. While the 540i xDrive Legacy Edition is destined exclusively for the Canadian market, Australian customers can specify the local 5 Series range with similar equipment, including the lovely Maldives Blue II Metallic BMW Individual Manufaktur paint (~A$7300) and the M Sport Plus Package (~A$3200).
Top Gear
24-06-2025
- Automotive
- Top Gear
This new straight-six BMW 540i honours the old E34 540i, and now we want an E34
This new straight-six BMW 540i honours the old E34 540i, and now we want an E34 BMW Canada reveals limited-run G60… but parks it next to a stone-cold classic Skip 11 photos in the image carousel and continue reading Turn on Javascript to see all the available pictures. 1 / 11 BMW Canada has revealed a limited-edition G60 5 Series and photographed it parked next to the old one it honours. And as nice as the new one is… we can't stop staring at the old one. If you're not already furiously typing 'E34 for sale' into your chosen internet sailboat, you might like to know more about this new [deep breath] BMW 540i xDrive Legacy Edition. Advertisement - Page continues below It's a straight-six 5er, devoid of electrification and filled with turbocharged horsepower. The 'legendary' 3.0-litre sixer kicks out 370bhp and 398lb ft of torque, which is what you'd consider extremely healthy. That's fed through an eight-speed auto to all four wheels to deliver 0-62mph in just 4.7s. That's right! Old M3 pace. Elsewhere there's a special blue paintjob, M Sport Pro pack, 21s, and tonnes of 'premium' equipment thrown into the mix including an 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins stereo. All for free. Well, not free, but all wrapped up in a single cost. We don't know said cost, but it doesn't matter because a) we don't live in Canada, and b) it's limited to just 151 cars. Which is probably still more than the number of healthy E34s available, especially if you're after a similar example to the 540i in these photographs. Advertisement - Page continues below Yes, E34 enthusiasts will be crying into their M-branded handkerchiefs, because the E34 540i was a V8, not a straight-six. So as nice and rare as a brand-new, straight-six BMW saloon is… we can't stop staring at the old one. Top Gear Newsletter Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox. Get all the latest news, reviews and exclusives, direct to your inbox. Success Your Email*
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Canada's PM Carney vows to ‘fight' Trump's tariffs, other world leaders weigh impact
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Wednesday evening vowed to "fight" the new round of tariffs announced by President Donald Trump, and said he would turn to other international partners to get through the rocky times ahead. "President Trump has just announced a series of measures that are going to fundamentally change the international trading system," Carney told reporters following Trump's Rose Garden announcement. "We're in a situation where there's going to be an impact on the U.S. economy, which will build with time. "In our judgment, it will be negative on the U.S. economy that will have an impact on us," he added, noting millions of Canadians will be impacted. Which Countries Impose The Highest Tariffs On The Us? While Trump did not issue any additional tariffs against Canada following the 25% tariffs already in place on all Canadian imports, the 10% tariff on its energy exports and the blanket tariff on all aluminum and steel, he did announce a 25% tariff on all foreign vehicle imports. He also pointed out that Trump said there could be future targeted tariffs against pharmaceutical companies, lumber and semiconductors — tariffs that will have wide affect on U.S. trading partners beyond Canada and Mexico, but across Europe and Asia. Read On The Fox News App "In a crisis, it's important to come together," Carney said. "It's essential to act with purpose and with force, and that's what we will do." Before the tariff announcement, Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said at an election campaign event on Wednesday that he supports "targeted, reciprocal" tariffs on American goods — and if his party wins the general election on April 28 and he becomes prime minister, he would like to sit down with President Donald Trump and create a new trade deal, replacing the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, which the president signed in 2020. Poilievre also said that Canada must maintain control of its border and freshwater and protect both its automotive industry and supply-managed farm sectors. David Adams, president and CEO of Global Automakers of Canada — a national trade association representing the Canadian interests of 16 automakers, including BMW Canada, Inc. and Nissan Canada Inc. — said in a statement, "Tariffs are taxes that hurt consumers by increasing costs, driving up inflation, and unfairly impacting workers on both sides of the border." "Governments should look to long-term solutions to remove these tariffs, prioritizing the elimination of regulatory barriers to industry competitiveness and providing automakers with flexibilities to respond in these uncertain times." Reactions from European Union leaders began to emerge following Trump's announcement that he will hit the EU with 20% tariffs on all imported goods, with disappointment, concern and commitments to continue negotiations with the U.S. Canada Stares Down Consequences Of Trump Tariff War: Job Losses, Grocery Price Hikes, Possible Recession Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, generally seen as a Trump ally, said Trump's tariffs were "wrong" and warned they would not only harm American and European pocketbooks, but aid Western adversaries. "We will do everything we can to work towards an agreement with the United States, with the goal of avoiding a trade war that would inevitably weaken the West in favor of other global players," Meloni said in a statement on Facebook. "In any case, as always, we will act in the interest of Italy and its economy, also engaging with other European partners," she added. Ireland's Deputy Prime Minister, Simon Harris, said he "deeply regret[s]" the new tariffs but said he is committed to working with Washington to end this tariff war. "I must be honest tonight that a 20% blanket tariff on goods from all EU countries could have a significant effect on Irish investment and the wider economy," he said, noting the effects would "likely be felt for some time." Chairman of the European Parliament's International Trade Committee Bernd Lange called for a united response from countries targeted by Trump. "While President Trump might call today 'Liberation Day,' from an ordinary citizen's point of view this is 'Inflation Day,' he said, reported Reuters. "Because of this decision, U.S. consumers will be forced to carry the heaviest burden in a trade war." Lange said the EU will respond through "legal, legitimate, proportionate and decisive" measures. Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter said her government would work to figure out the next steps. The U.K., along with the president of Mexico ahead of the announcement, said they would continue to work with the U.S. and would not rush to enforce reciprocal tariffs. Similarly, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said that while Trump's decision was "not the act of a friend," his country would not impose reciprocal tariffs, reported Reuters. He reportedly condemned the U.S. tariffs as totally unwarranted and said Australia will continue to negotiate to have the tariffs article source: Canada's PM Carney vows to 'fight' Trump's tariffs, other world leaders weigh impact
Fox News
03-04-2025
- Business
- Fox News
Canada's PM Carney vows to ‘fight' Trump's tariffs, other world leaders weigh impact
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Wednesday evening vowed to "fight" the new round of tariffs announced by President Donald Trump, and said he would turn to other international partners to get through the rocky times ahead. "President Trump has just announced a series of measures that are going to fundamentally change the international trading system," Carney told reporters following Trump's Rose Garden announcement. We're in a situation where there's going to be an impact on the U.S. economy, which will build with time. "In our judgment, it will be negative on the U.S. economy that will have an impact on us," he added, noting millions of Canadians will be impacted. While Trump did not issue any additional tariffs against Canada following the 25% tariffs already in place on all Canadian imports, the 10% tariff on its energy exports and the blanket tariff on all aluminum and steel, he did announce a 25% tariff on all foreign vehicle imports. He also pointed out that Trump said there could be future targeted tariffs against pharmaceutical companies, lumber and semiconductors — tariffs that will have wide affect on U.S. trading partners beyond Canada and Mexico, but across Europe and Asia. "In a crisis, it's important to come together," Carney said. "It's essential to act with purpose and with force, and that's what we will do." Before the tariff announcement, Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said at an election campaign event on Wednesday that he supports "targeted, reciprocal" tariffs on American goods — and if his party wins the general election on April 28 and he becomes prime minister, he would like to sit down with President Donald Trump and create a new trade deal, replacing the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, which the president signed in 2020. Poilievre also said that Canada must maintain control of its border and freshwater and protect both its automotive industry and supply-managed farm sectors. David Adams, president and CEO of Global Automakers of Canada — a national trade association representing the Canadian interests of 16 automakers, including BMW Canada, Inc. and Nissan Canada Inc. — said in a statement, "Tariffs are taxes that hurt consumers by increasing costs, driving up inflation, and unfairly impacting workers on both sides of the border." "Governments should look to long-term solutions to remove these tariffs, prioritizing the elimination of regulatory barriers to industry competitiveness and providing automakers with flexibilities to respond in these uncertain times." Reactions from European Union leaders began to emerge following Trump's announcement that he will hit the EU with 20% tariffs on all imported goods, with disappointment, concern and commitments to continue negotiations with the U.S. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, generally seen as a Trump ally, said Trump's tariffs were "wrong" and warned they would not only harm American and European pocketbooks, but aid Western adversaries. "We will do everything we can to work towards an agreement with the United States, with the goal of avoiding a trade war that would inevitably weaken the West in favor of other global players," Meloni said in a statement on Facebook. "In any case, as always, we will act in the interest of Italy and its economy, also engaging with other European partners," she added. Ireland's Deputy Prime Minister, Simon Harris, said he "deeply regret[s]" the new tariffs but said he is committed to working with Washington to end this tariff war. "I must be honest tonight that a 20% blanket tariff on goods from all EU countries could have a significant effect on Irish investment and the wider economy," he said, noting the effects would "likely be felt for some time." Chairman of the European Parliament's International Trade Committee Bernd Lange called for a united response from countries targeted by Trump. "While President Trump might call today 'Liberation Day,' from an ordinary citizen's point of view this is 'Inflation Day,' he said, reported Reuters. "Because of this decision, U.S. consumers will be forced to carry the heaviest burden in a trade war." Lange said the EU will respond through "legal, legitimate, proportionate and decisive" measures. Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter said her government would work to figure out the next steps. The U.K., along with the president of Mexico ahead of the announcement, said they would continue to work with the U.S. and would not rush to enforce reciprocal tariffs. Similarly, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said that while Trump's decision was "not the act of a friend," his country would not impose reciprocal tariffs, reported Reuters. He reportedly condemned the U.S. tariffs as totally unwarranted and said Australia will continue to negotiate to have the tariffs lifted.
