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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Overview, instrument cluster with enhanced features
1. Messages, e.g. Check Control
Time
Date
2. Range
3. Computer
4. Navigation display
Service requirements
Miles/trip miles
5. Selection list, for instance radio
Current fuel consumpti ...
Dimensions
Width with mirrors, height with roof-mounted aerial
The two bottom values apply to L models.
Height with roof-mounted aerial 760Li: 58.7 inches/
1,490 mm
Width without mirrors
Length, wheel ...
Initializing after a power failure
After a power failure during the opening or closing
process, the roof can only be operated to a
limited extent.
Initializing the system
The system can be initialized when the vehicle
is statio ...