Pricing | $45,050 - $62,500 |
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Drive Types | RWD, AWD |
Engines | 3.0l I6, 3.0l I6 T, 4.4l V8 T |
Transmissions | A8, M6 |
Fuel Economy | 15-22 (city), 22-32 (highway) |
The mid-sized 5-Series is a technological tour-de-force. A host of electronics, electronic driving aids, exotic materials and construction techniques set the 5-Series apart from the mainstream. Three engines are offered including two inline six-cylinder engines and a powerful turbocharged V8. The 5-Series also offers the xDrive all-wheel-drive system found in the X3 and X5. All models are available with a choice of 6-speed manual or automatic. The interior is relatively uncluttered given that a large number of functions are located within the iDrive system that dominates the center console. Unlike many of its competitors, the 5-Series emphasizes the "sport" in sport sedan. Only the 535i and 550i rear-wheel-drive models will be offered initially. The 528i and all-wheel-drive models will be added later in the year.
The sixth generation 5-Series features slightly larger proportions as it now shares an architecture with the larger 7-Series. The new models adopt a multilink suspension setup in the front and rear. Three engines are offered: an entry-level inline-six (528i), a turbocharged inline-six (535i), and the turbocharged 4.4l V8 (550i). A new eight-speed automatic transmission is offered but the six-speed manual remains. Both rear-wheel-drive and xDrive all-wheel-drive are offered.
Model/Trim/Package | Engine | Original MSRP | ||
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528i | 3.0l I6 (240-bhp) | A8 | RWD | $45,050 |
528i leather | 3.0l I6 (240-bhp) | A8 | RWD | $46,500 |
535i | 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $50,100 |
535i | 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) | A8 | RWD | $50,100 |
535i leather | 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) | A8 | RWD | $51,550 |
535i leather | 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $51,550 |
535i xDrive | 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) | A8 | AWD | $52,400 |
535i xDrive leather | 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) | A8 | AWD | $53,850 |
550i | 4.4l V8 T (400-bhp) | A8 | RWD | $60,200 |
550i | 4.4l V8 T (400-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $60,200 |
550i xDrive | 4.4l V8 T (400-bhp) | A8 | AWD | $62,500 |