Overview:
The BMW 5-Series has always been a benchmark of midsize luxury sport-sedans worldwide. These 'ultimate' driver's cars live up to the reputation of being among the best cars in the world. The New 5-series truism include three diesel variants 520d, 530d and 530d Highline and two petrol variants 525i and 530i. The new 5-series
Distinctive in a look-alike market, the '5' delivers just about everything you could ask for in sport-sedans: comfort and convenience, sporting image and plenty of interior space. Loaded with standard and optional features, the car gives you the wheels for some great driving, come rain or sun. The 5-Series comes with a classy cabin, a blend of sporty themes and traditional wood-and-leather trim. The 5-series was conceptualized and named after the fifth BMW series in the new series of cars being launched by BMW. Top competitors to the BMW 5-Series include the Mercedes Benz E-Class and the Audi A6.
Powertrain and Performance:
The 5-Series flaunts precision handling, impressive power and outstanding brakes. BMW features two 6-cylinder petrol engines -- the 2.5L and 3L and one 2L 4cyl and two 3L 6cyl- diesel engines. The engines are mated to 6-speed automatic transmission. The new 2L engine pumps out 177 bhp @ 4000 rpm and the 3L engine generates 235 bhp @ 1750 rpm. The petrol engine produces a massive 212 bhp on the 2.5L, while the 3L powertrain churns out 255 bhp power. The power is transmitted to the rear wheels through 6-speed automatic. All the engines are potent enough and have strong pull throughout the power band. The 2L diesel engine gets a maximum torque of 350 Nm @ 1750 rpm, while the 3L diesel engine generates max torque of 500 Nm @ 1750rpm. The petrol variants 2.5L and 3L displacement generates delivers torque of 246Nm @ 4000 rpm and 300 Nm @ 2400 rpm, respectively. The automatic transmission is flawless and always in the right gear to accelerate.
The advanced suspension system is redesigned to suit Indian road conditions; its balanced suspension keeps the car glued to the road and flattens out the bumps, delivering an even ride quality for the passenger. The sedan benefits from a responsive steering and gives precise output. BMW is known for its class engineering and this sedan follows the league.
Build and Styling:
The iconic 5-Series looks sleek, with feline headlights in a curvy front-end, muted haunch with minimal embellishment and wrap-around taillights. Rigged out with adaptive bi-xenon headlights, adaptive brake lights, rain-sensing windshield wipers, heated mirrors, cast alloy wheels and run-flat tyres, the design lines make for a stellar package.
Standard features on the 5-series include remote keyless entry, automatic headlights, fog lights and 17" and 18" (530i and 530D highline) wheels. The driver-oriented cabin displays plush, detailed interiors. The 5-Series dash features BMW's double wave theme over the instrument cluster and the dash. The overtly comfortable standard seats of the BMW 5-Series sedan combine outstanding materials with excellent craftsmanship. The car features partial electronic adjustment for seat-height and backrest, plus electric adjustment of driver's seat with memory functions. A power glass roof with tilt/slide functions and sunblinds on the rear window and rear side window are standard features. The 530d Highline model comes fitted with an advanced infra red night vision that allows for visibility at upto 300 meters, which is twice the range of any other car in India.
Convenience abounds in ten-way power front seats, multi-function steering wheel, automatic climate control, power windows, AM/FM/CD with 10 speakers and Bluetooth-cellular interface. Increased cabin space and stowage capacity put the 5-Series on a better footing competitively. The cars available in India are redesigned to offer innovations like a start-stop button, Park Distance Control, firmer suspension tuning, Active Front Steering (AFS), Cornering Brake Control and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.
All the 5-Series models come packed with luxury features: automatic climate control, AM/FM/CD/10 speakers/2sub-woofers, Hi-Fi loudspeaker system, power tilt-and-telescope Sport leather clad steering wheel, vehicle and key memory (sets seat and climate preferences for the driver), automatic headlights and fog lights.
