2010 BMW 5-Series Overview

2010 BMW 5-Series: Overview: The 2010 BMW 5-Series sees no major changes pending a redesign due in calendar 2010 as a 2011 model. This premium-midsize car comes as a sedan or wagon. Also offered is a separate 5-Series wagon called the Gran Turismo (see separate report). Rear-wheel drive BMW's xDrive or all-wheel drive is available, depending on model selection. The lineup starts with the 528i, Which comes as a sedan only with rear-or all-wheel drive. One step up are the 535i sedan and wagon. The former comes with rear-or all-wheel drive, while the Latter is AWD only.

                                    
                                   MSRP: $ 45.800 - $ 85.500 Invoice: $ 42.135 - $ 78.660

All 528 and 535 models have a 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine, Which makes 230 horsepower in the 528s and 300 in the turbocharged 535s. The top-end 5-Series models are the 550i and high-performance M5 sedans. The 550i has a 360-horsepower 4.8-liter V8, and M5 has a 500-horsepower 5.0-liter V10. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard on all 528, 535, and 550i versions. A 6-speed automatic is a no-cost option. Standard on the M5 is a 7-speed automated-manual transmission, no clutch pedal Which has and can be set to shift like an automatic.
A conventional 6-speed manual is offered at no charge. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, ANTISKID system, front-and rear-side airbags, and head-protecting tubular side airbags. BMW Assist emergency and concierge service is so standard.