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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Fuel quality
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as containing
metal must not be used.
Refuel only with unleaded gasoline without
metallic additives.
Do not refuel with any leaded gasoline or gasoline
with ...
Integrated universal remote control
The conceptThe integrated universal remote control can replace as many as three hand-held
transmitters for various remote-controlled devices, such as garage doors and gates or lighting systems. The ...
Tone
Only treble and bass can be set in the rear. The
settings are made separately for the left and
right headphones.
Operation is the same as for the front tone. ...