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11/2009
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Wide range of engines: four petrol engines, three diesels,
power range from135 kW/184 hp all the way to 300 kW/407 hp.
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Cutting-edge suspension technology featured as standard,
Dynamic Damper Control and anti-roll stability coming
as an option.
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Unique throughout the entire segment: Integral Active Steering
and Dynamic Drive.
The new BMW 5 Series Sedan offers Sheer Driving Pleasure in unique style,
remaining faithful to the philosophy of the brand while nevertheless setting
new highlights at the same time. The sedan is further enhancing its leading
position as the most sporting car in its segment, but also offers even more
driving comfort than its predecessor. This double progress in two areas
is ensured by the most advanced drivetrain and suspension technology.
The engine range featured in the new BMW 5 Series Sedan boasts
powerful and fast-revving petrol and diesel engines. Specifically, the range
starts at the top with a 300 kW/407 hp V8 petrol unit as well as straight-six
power units extending from 150 kW/204 hp all the way to 225 kW/306 hp,
with a 135 kW/184 hp four-cylinder diesel rounding off the portfolio from
an early point.
The suspension highlights a double track control arm front axle and the
Integral-V rear axle in a combination promoting both agility and driving
comfort and giving the car very harmonious anti-roll and transitional
behaviour.
Optional Dynamic Driving Control enables the driver to adjust the set-up
of the car to his personal preferences and wishes. As a further option the
new BMW 5 Series Sedan may be fitted with Dynamic Damper Control,
electronically controlled Dynamic Drive anti-roll stability management and,
as yet a further innovation in this class, BMW Integral Active Steering.
Top-of-the-range power unit: V8 petrol engine with
BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology.
The top engine in the new BMW 5 Series Sedan is a V8 petrol unit
with outstanding performance characteristics and efficiency all in one.
4. Driving Experience:
Unrivalled Dynamics,
Uncompromising Supremacy