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Playing a supporting role: innovative new 8-speed automatic transmission.
All new BMW 5-Series models will feature an 8-speed automatic transmission, which brings smooth shifting, sportiness and efficiency to new levels of perfection. Compared to the exemplary 6-speed a ...

Safety
Besides options like lane departure warning, the 5 Series comes equipped with a suite of side curtain airbags and front-seat side-impact airbags. Rear seat-mounted airbags can be ordered as a $385 ...

Manual transmission
Switching off the engine 1. With the vehicle at a standstill, press the Start/Stop button. 2. Shift into first gear or reverse. 3. Set the parking brake. ...