BMW 5 series car hit the Indian market as a luxury car of +D segment in the year 2007. There are five variants of its sedan model which comes with a powerful engine that is boosted by perfect transmission system ensuring gear changes are smooth. BMW 5 series launched both its diesel and petrol variant in India. The car comes with super luxurious interiors, high tech instruments and comfortable rear seat space. So definitely it can be said that on top of its power packed package, the car also flaunts some magnificent features. The front part of the BMW 5 series sedan sports a dynamic and curvy look. The radiator grille and graceful headlights adds a lot of beauty to the car’s front.
The exteriors of the car look more aggressive than ever before. It sports the new high beltline making the car look tougher and smarter. The sedan’s wide wheelbase provides extra rear seat space, imposing silhouette, sleek flowing lines and short overhangs. The car is stretches 4841mm in its length and is 4841 mm in width. The 5 Series cars are tall with the height of 1,468mm and a wheelbase of 2888mm. The fuel tank capacity of the car is 70 litres. The next is the awesome interiors the car comes with, while inside the car, you will see the luxurious features complementing the exteriors of the car very well.
The seats height can be adjusted partially whereby the driver’s seat can be adjusted electrically and comes with memory functionalities. The BMW 5 series offers an enjoyable and smooth ride without any difficulties. Seats of the BMW 5 series cars are fitted with Dakota leather upholstered cabins. Apart from its truly marvelous interiors, the journey gets a lot better with the addition of its entertainment system. It comes along with Hi-Fi music output through loudspeakers and a music system with the assistance of a six CD changer. The central console and dashboard is decorated with sleek wooden trims. The sun blinds on the side of the rear windows and sunroof with slide/tilt options are the basic features common to all cars in the BMW 5 series. All these features make the car look absolutely stunning.
To the Indian customers BMW 5 series offers 5 models the 530i, 525i, 530d, 530d highline and 520d. The engine options of the cars are as follows:
• BMW 5 Series 520d is powered by a 1995cc engine and promises to deliver a mileage up to 8.0kmpl in city and 11kmpl on the highway.
• BMW 5 Series 525i is powered by a 2497cc engine and promises to deliver a mileage up to 7.5kmpl in city and 10.8kmpl on the highway.
• BMW 5 Series 530d is powered by a 2993cc engine and promises a mileage of 9.0kml in city and 12.0kmpl on the highway.
• BMW 5 Series 530d Highline is powered by a 2993cc engine and promises a mileage of 8.5kmpl in city and 11.5kmpl on the highway.
• BMW 5 Series 530i is powered by a 2996cc engine gives promising a mileage of 7.4kmpl in city and 10.6kmpl on the highway.
The power packed features along with its fuel economy is what makes the car sustain its top position. Driving these cars is a real pleasure as all of the models of the BMW 5 series come with electronic chassis control system.
The DSC or Dynamic Stability Control prevents traction loss and during unstable situations like over steering and under steering. The sedan’s dynamic stability control expedites wheel slip which helps in boosting up the sporty driving style. The six speed auto transmission present in all the models increases the dynamic receptiveness of the engine. As a result shifting gears seems to be effortless and there is less power loss. The safety features of the cars depend on some advanced technologies. The occupants of the car therefore can enjoy a protected and comfortable ride. BMW 5 series comes fitted with the side, passenger and driver air bags along with the driver head airbags. This is generally aimed towards passengers in the rear and front seats. Across the windows in the side there is another curtain air bag.
The wheels of the sedan have 5 twin spokes radiating from the hub. The spokes are made of light alloy and the 17 inch wheels provide light weight and excellent strength. The wheels are aerodynamically optimized and help in reducing loss of flow in the wheel area and airflow separation. The rear and front wheels are fitted with wheel spoilers that reduce lift and improve flow of air around the tyres.
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