xDrive BMWs hit the road in China

BMW Brilliance Automotive Ltd rolled out the BMW 328i xDrive, BMW 328Li xDrive and the new BMW 528Li xDrive with six different specifications in Shenyang, Liaoning province, on Thursday.

It is the first time BMW has offered its most intelligent all-wheel-drive technology on locally produced sedans, covering both the 3 and 5 Series. Prices for the cars range from 458,800 yuan ($73,400) to 645,600 yuan.

"The launch of the xDrive models will undoubtedly enhance the competitiveness of our 3 and 5 Series, which are already perceived as the best in their segments worldwide," said Peter van Binsbergen, senior vice-president for sales and marketing at BMW Brilliance.