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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Switching on/off the automatic climate
control
Switching off
With the blower at its lowest
setting,
press the left side of the button to
switch off the automatic climate control.
Switching on
Press any button to switch the automatic clim ...
Safety switch for the rear
Press the button on the driver's door if
children are being transported in the
rear.
This locks various functions so that they cannot
be operated from the rear: safety switch. ...
1982: the second generation - four-door, Convertible, Touring and BMW M3,
plus the first diesel engine for the sports sedan
The new BMW 3-Series oozed progress and variety out of every pore, as its
fresh new design, optimised aerodynamics, improved space and comfort, higher
output and additional body and engine variant ...