Drivers can change lanes using just their eyes in new BMW 5-series sedan

The new BMW 5-series sedan allows drivers to change lanes just by looking in the outside mirror, the luxury car company said.  

The German automaker, which unveiled the new system Wednesday, said the "Active Lane Change Assistant" with eye confirmation is a “world first” and will be available October 2023. 

While driving the new BMW, the vehicle will suggest a lane change that can be carried out by the driver looking in the exterior mirror to confirm the change. The car then takes over the steering and changes lanes on its own, BMW said in a news release.  

“This comfort feature now achieves a new level of interaction between the driver and the vehicle,” BMW said. 

More features on the BMW 5-series sedan

The new highway assistant system, which works at speeds up to 85 miles per hour, allows drivers to travel long distances on the road without having their hands on the steering wheel as long as they maintain a “close eye” on traffic, BMW said.

The sedan also has automated parking, which can be controlled in the vehicle or by smartphone outside the vehicle for up to 220 yards. 

The BMW 5-series will be available in electric and gasoline-powered versions. The i5 eDrive40, an electric version, has a suggested retail price of $68,800, while the BMW i5 M60 is listed at $85,750. 

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