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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Lighter
Danger of burns
Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; otherwise,
there is the danger of getting burned.
Switch off the ignition and take the remote control
with you when leaving the vehicle so ...
Bluetooth audio
At a glance
Music files on external devices such as audio
devices or mobile phones can be played
back via Bluetooth.
Use of a mobile phone as an audio source.
The sound is output on the ...
Cargo
The trunk measures 14 cubic feet, which makes it similar in size to the Audi
A8's (14.6) but smaller than the Jaguar XJ's (16.4), LS 460's (18) and S-Class'
(16.3). It's quite deep and rectangular ...