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Exterior
Sharing its platform with the recently redesigned 7 Series, the 5 Series' wheelbase has been extended about 3 inches. It now leads its class, BMW says. Up front, the car's signature kidney grilles ...

Side airbags
In a lateral impact, the side airbag supports the side of the body in the chest and lap area. ...

Adjusting the volume
Turn the knob until the desired volume is selected. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. ...