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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    Malfunction
    Comfort Access may not function properly if it experiences interference from local radio waves, e.g., mobile phones. If this occurs, open or close the vehicle using the buttons on the remote co ...

    Bypassing a section of the route
    Calculate a new route for a route section. 1. "Navigation" 2. "Route information" 3. "New route for" 4. Turn the controller. Enter the number of kilometers within ...

    Activating/deactivating the limit
    1. "Settings" 2. "Speed" 3. "Warning" ...