As for styling, I love it. It improves on the 7-Series, especially in the rear where its cleaner decklid design is easier to warm up to. The lower edges of its triangular taillights draw a perfect line to the top edge of the raked C-pillar, a nice touch, while the 5's sculpted headlamp clusters are also wonderfully distinct.
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| BMW has created a worthy replacement for the current 5-Series, and further raised the bar for midsize sport/luxury sedans. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press) |
In the end BMW has created a worthy replacement for the current 5-Series, enhancing driving dynamics, increasing luxury and offering an impressive level of high-end features. It remains the benchmark, the midsize sport/luxury sedan to beat.
Specifications (530i):
- Base Price (MSRP): $66,500 (545i: $77,700)
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Layout: front engine, RWD
- Base Engine: 225-hp, 214 lb-ft of torque, 3.0-L, 24-valve, DOHC I-6
- Transmission: 6-spd manual (opt 6-spd auto with manual mode, 6-spd SMG)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight: 1,575 kg (3,472 lbs)
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Cargo Volume (trunk): 396 L (14.0 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 11.8 / 7.8 L/100 km (20 / 30 mpg)
- Warranty (mo/km): 48/80,000 comprehensive
- Direct Competitors: Acura 3.2 TL, Audi A6, Cadillac CTS/Seville, Chrysler 300M, Infiniti G35/I35/M45, Jaguar S-Type, Lexus GS, Lincoln LS, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Volvo S60/S80
- Web Site: www.bmw.ca
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