We go above and beyond to be as accurate as possible in our listings and descriptions, but remember, we are still human just like you. Now they telling me i need a new transmission and car just hit 100K miles. The result is 240 horsepower, the same as last year's normally aspirated 3. The steering transmits less feel, the larger dimensions make it feel bulky on tighter roads and there's just a general feel of isolation that didn't exist before. The layout features a center display screen and a configurable display in the gauge cluster.
The Sport package adds bigger wheels, adaptive suspension dampers, a sport steering wheel, an increased top speed and the multicontour seats. Opting for the navigation system is recommended, as its screen is larger and much better-looking than the standard center display. All three models are offered with rear-wheel or xDrive all-wheel drive. Model value: The 5-Series lineup of models offers athletic and surefooted sedans that also offer a surprising level of comfort inside. The engine automatically restarts when the pedal is released. The iDrive controller, thanks to its physical buttons and menu structure, is pretty easy to figure out and provides a large amount of customization of the car's features. A clever night vision system is available, which helps spot and avoid animals in the darkness ahead, and a new Side View system mounts cameras in both front fenders, allowing the driver to see around corners that might otherwise be blind.
In fact it began to blow out hot air on a hot day. Data Unavailable Spare Bolt Pattern Data Unavailable Spare Tire Size Data Unavailable Interior Passenger Area Sedan-550i xDrive Front Head Room in. The unit is mated to an 8-speed automatic. . The 5-Series models have a roomy interior, with 10-way adjustable front seats that are excellent for long trips, enough back seat space for adults and a trunk with an impressive 18. Active Roll Stabilization simulates much stiffer anti-roll bars with an electronically controlled pump system and Active Steering helps steer the car back toward a more stable situation when the electronic stability control intervenes. Available in 528i, 535i and 550i trims, the five-seat 5 Series is offered with a twin-turbo V-8 550i , a single-turbo six-cylinder 535i and a new turbocharged 2.
I highly recommend Amati to purchase a car. I would stay away from this cars. We stopped in a parking lot and got out to look over the car. The instrument panel looks much like the one offered in the 7-series, with updated black panel displays and new steering wheel mounted navigation controls. The , Infiniti M, and are all stronger than the 5 in key areas and deserve close consideration. With its steeply raked hatch ending in a short, sedanlike trunk, the Gran Turismo measures about 6 inches longer than the 5 Series sedan. Though it carries the 5 Series name, this model shares as much with the larger 7 Series, and many of its measurements — including all seating dimensions — differ from those of the 5 Series sedan.
At this point I was told those things could be done, but the price was going to go way up. Data Unavailable Third Shoulder Room in. There is a wealth of other options available on every 5 Series trim, many of which are available within packages or as individual options. A clever night vision system is available, which helps spot and avoid animals in the darkness ahead, and a new Side View system mounts cameras in both front fenders, allowing the driver to see around corners that might otherwise be blind. I don't expect perfection, but this was extreme.
The 535 and 550 models come with a standard 6-speed manual transmission, while the 528 is offered with a new 8-speed automatic transmission with taller overdrive gears aimed at offering higher fuel economy. It needed a new battery. Every 5 Series also receives a recalibrated throttle, correcting the irritating lag that plagued last year's model. We will note in our listings any accessories that will be included, and provide a picture within the listing of all accessories. Unfortunately with a knee replacement, getting in and out was difficult cause the car is so low. Show full review Vehicle Overview Redesigned last year, the sixth-generation 5 Series gained a longer wheelbase, better fuel efficiency and more conventional styling than its predecessor. It's powered by a 560-hp version of the twin-turbo 4.
All-wheel drive is also offered on the 528i this year. The size class for cars is determined by the interior passenger and cargo volumes. If there's one thing that shouldn't be held against the 5 Series, however, it's the new four-cylinder engine. The voice recognition is probably the worst I've ever used. Technology is also a strong point in the 5-Series, with performance and safety standouts such as Active Steering, Active Roll Stabilization and a night vision system.
Cars leave th e factory with unattached accessories i. Rear-wheel-drive models get a standard six-speed manual or an optional eight-speed automatic; all-wheel-drive models are automatic only. Have they lost their minds? The M Sport package adds to those items a special aerodynamic body kit, special wheels and an M Sport steering wheel. The most challenging thing is the visibility. We are here to provide only the very best in quality and customer service. The pick up is terrific - and the power is there when you need it - and it is a powerful car. In Edmunds performance testing, a rear-drive automatic-equipped 550i went from zero to 60 in 5.
Don , the head of Service Dept was also very helpful in answering my questions. The 5-series Grand Turismo Wagon is a very fashionable and fun-to-drive alternative to a sport-utility vehicle. Driving Impressions It wasn't too long ago that the high-performance M5 was throwing down 400 hp. Inside you can add on four-zone automatic climate control, heated front and rear seats, ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a sport steering wheel, a split-folding rear seat, a power rear sunshade, manual rear side sunshades, a rear seat entertainment system, satellite radio and a premium sound system. All of these extra luxury and convenience features are available on the respective lower trim levels.
Called towing they could not tow it. The hatch opens in two sections: The entire hatch can be raised, or a section below the rear window opens separately to reveal a trunk behind the rear seats and below a cargo cover. Please do not make any assumptions regarding condition or equipment. We were asked what it would take for us to get the car and the list was ridiculous. The high-performance M5 model is reviewed separately. Rear side airbags are optional.