Vehicle Overview

Redesigned for 2011, the sixth-generation 5 Series offers a longer wheelbase, better fuel efficiency and more conventional styling than its predecessor. Available in 528i, 535i and 550i trims, the 5 Series sports a new twin-turbo V-8 (550i) and single-turbo six-cylinder (535i), with eight-speed automatics available across the board. Competitors include the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Audi A6 and Infiniti M.

High-tech options include BMW's Adaptive Drive system, a self-parking feature and lane departure and blind spot warning systems. When it hits dealerships, the 5 Series will come as a rear-wheel-drive sedan; expect all-wheel-drive variants and eventually a high-performance M5 to follow.

For 2010, BMW introduced the 5 Series Gran Turismo hatchback.

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    AUTO program
    Press the button. Air volume, air distribution, and temperature are controlled automatically: Depending on the selected temperature, AUTO intensity, and outside influences, the air is directed ...

    Units of measure
    Setting the units of measure To set the units for fuel consumption, route/distance and temperature: 1. "Settings" 2. "Language/Units" 3. Select the desired menu item. 4. S ...

    Operation
    Adjusting the volume Turn the knob until the desired volume is reached. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. The vehicle automatically adjusts the volume of the microphon ...