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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Illuminated vanity mirror* in
the rear
Folding down
Press the button.
The vanity mirror folds down.
The angle can be adjusted by hand.
Folding up
Press the mirror up. ...
Self-leveling suspension
The concept
The self-leveling suspension keeps the vehicle
height and ground clearance constant. The
height of the vehicle at the rear axle is maintained
at a predefined level under all load co ...
Folding down head restraints
Extending/retracting head
restraint
Only fold down head restraint if no passengers
are in the rear. Fold out retracted headrests
again if passengers are being carried in the
rear; otherwise, ...