BMW 5 Series Sedan

Overview:

From being a company to a brand, this German company makes it look all so easy with its enthralling success over the years. Another successor of the company christened as BMW 5 Series responsibly carries the BMW's tag with its incomparable performance. The car is an executive/mid-size luxury car which was first produced by the company in 1972. The car has been filling the brand's treasure chest with a lot of praise and is presently the second best-selling model after the 3 Series and also fetched about 50% of the BMW's profit over the past years. BMW 5 Series is presently running in its sixth generation and is available in the sedan body style for the Sri Lankan markets. The 5 Series Sedan is elegantly designed to display a courtly look and the detailed aerodynamic lines that mark their existence on the elongated bonnet and the side profile of the car makes it look all the more divine. The notable feature of the car is its wide and well-established variant list and the car is fitted with a large number of petrol and diesel engine options to choose from. The car is pumped-in life by the BMW TwinPower Turbo petrol and diesel engines. The most dynamic diesel variant of the car is the M550d xDrive variant that drinks power from the 2993cc 6-cylinder diesel engine, that generates a maximum power output of 381hp between 4000 to 4400 rpm and a rumbling torque of 740Nm between 2000 to 3000 rpm. While, the most-ferocious petrol power-mill resting under the hood of the sedan is 4395cc 8-cylinder 32-valve BMW TwinPower Turbo petrol engine integrated with two turbochargers, Valvetronic, double-Vanos and petrol direct High Precision injection to extract every unit of energy from fuel and using it efficiently thereby squeezing out a maximum power output of 449hp at 5500-6000 rpm and a torque of 650Nm at 2000-4500 rpm. The interiors of the class is a beautiful blend of luxury and high-quality materials that is configured such as to display the soul sense of ergonomics. These interiors cocoons its passengers in a well-configured and dependable envelop of safety features, which include the stability assists, braking assists with Anti-lock Braking System and Electronic Brake-force Distribution, anti-dazzle high-beam assistant, parking assistant, head-up display, all-surround camera systems and active protection system.

Mileage and Fuel economy:

The well-defined large range of petrol and diesel engines that powers the exquisite sedan are integrated with the technology of Valvetronic double-Vanos and High Precision Injection. Owing to these technologies the car features an efficient engine operation at all speeds. The most efficient Sedan 518d diesel variant of the car displays a combined fuel economy of 4.9-4.5 litres/100km.

Power:

The most dynamic of all the variants is the Sedan 550i xDrive variant, which is poured-in life by a 4395cc 8-cylinder 32-valve BMW TwinPower Turbo petrol engine integrated with two turbochargers, Valvetronic, double-Vanos and petrol direct High Precision injection to extract every unit of energy from fuel and using it efficiently thereby squeezing out a maximum power output of 449hp at 5500-6000 rpm and a torque of 650Nm at 2000-4500 rpm. These mighty values surely makes you aware of the infinite capabilities the car is packed with.

Acceleration & Pickup:

The dynamically impressive 4395 cc petrol engine hugs a 8-speed automatic transmission, which collectively with the engine projects the car to achieve 100km/hr of speed from naught in just 4.4 sec. The technologies integrated with the engine keeps it well in the limits with a fuel economy of 9.2 to 9.3 l/100km.

Exterior:

The exterior design of the car displays elegance and grace in the soul essence of it. Flowing from the classy lengthened bonnet, through the aerodynamic grooves to the sporty rears the car never misses to steal a large number of fascinating glances at each road appearance. The dominating and eye-catching kidney grille with the shining chromed face, new optional LED headlights and the exclusive air vent design with the commanding wide front bumpers pours a self-confident elegance in the front look of the car. The sleek silhouette design of the car graciously compliments its long wheel base with the side appearance accentuated by the striking and spectacular 18 inch light alloy wheels. The rear of the car incorporates a sporty resemblance with the new L-shaped rear lamps and the well-tweaked rear spoiler and rear bumper.

Exterior Measurements:

The dynamic capabilities of the car is a conduct of its exterior dimensions. The low and elongated appearance of the car is crafted upon the dimensions, which reads- 4907mm x 1860mm x 1462mm (L x W x H) and a wheelbase of 2968mm, which assures a stable handling.

Interior:

As soon as you enter the interiors of the car an oasis of calmness surrounds you and makes your soul feel the pleasure of liveliness. The cockpit of the car redefines ergonomics with the features like the soul intuitive control panel, which can be used intuitively, driver-oriented center console and multifunctional instrument display in Black Panel Technology with 10.2” screen and the leather dressed 3-spoke multifunctional steering wheel. The artistic sense displayed by the wooden trim running all over the door panels, inlays and the center console further makes the comfort in the cabins more desirable.

Interior Comfort:

The cabins of the adorable Sedan has its own gravitational zone, which just captivates all your senses and doesn't allow you to escape the car readily. The captivating essence poured-in by the ultra-luxurious leather-wrapped seats, automatic climate control system, two 9.2” tilt adjustable color-screens that add to the entertainment system for the rear passengers along with DVD players and headphones, the Bang & Olufsen high-end Surround Sound system with 16 speakers and convenient storage compartments, armrests and headrests is worth a lot of praise.

Interior Measurements:

The luxury and comfort poured in the cabins is made more perceptible by the spacious and comfortable leg and shoulder room. The comfortable SUV also allows you to carry your luggage conveniently with you by gifting you a sufficient cargo volume of 396 litres.

Engine and Performance:

The car comes with a wide range of petrol and diesel engine options. It is powered by the soul-refined BMW TwinPower Turbo engines. Among which the most ferocious and enthralling engine option available is the 4395cc 8-cylinder 32-valve BMW TwinPower Turbo petrol engine integrated with two turbochargers, Valvetronic, double-Vanos and petrol direct High Precision injection, which maintains an efficient and precise combustion process at all engine speeds. This pumped-up engineering perfection gulps down a concentrated unit of fuel energy and generates a maximum power output of 449hp at 5500-6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 650Nm at 2000-4500 rpm. This dynamically impressive engine hugs a 8-speed automatic transmission, which collectively with the engine projects the car to achieve 100km/h of speed from naught in just 4.4 sec.

Stereo and Accessories:

The luxurious cabins of the sedan are added with a large list of stereo and accessories that adds to the convenience and technology. Talking about the audio system fitted in the car, the car encloses a superior quality Bang & Olufsen High End Surround Sound System giving a 1200 watts music output and is compatible with 16 speakers and allows you to choose between 'Studio' and 'Expanded' modes. This is available with the Navigation System Professional which acts as a superb driver's assistance. The car is also fitted with all the other accessories like Bluetooth function and USB slots. Along with this the car also has a rear entertainment system with two 9.2-inch colour screens and a DVD player and remote controller.

Wheels:

The 5 Series Sedan has been bestowed with a variety of rims starting from the basic 17 inch rims which can go upto 19 inches set depending on the variant you go for. The massive 19 inch sets on the 550d xDrive variant endorses 245/40 R19 tyre size at the front and 275/35 R19 at the rear.

Braking and Handling:

The enraged dynamism featured by the car is kept well in controls with the handling and braking assistance employed in the car. The car features BMW xDrive all-wheel drive system, which readily adapts to any type of road conditions from smooth highways to most inhospitable terrains. With attributes like the Integral Active steering system, the Dynamic Experience Control, the optional Dynamic Damper Control and air suspension at the rear axle, which gives an amazing road hugging experience. Coming over to the braking system, the car depends on four wheel solid disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) for the desirable precise retardation displayed by the car.

Safety and Security:

Along with all these luxuries the enchanting sedan keeps a hand of assurance on your heart with an extensive list of safety features. This list comprises of features like the purely dependable stability assists, braking assists with Anti-lock Braking System and Electronic Brake-force Distribution, anti-dazzle high-beam assistant, parking assistant, head-up display, all-surround camera systems, active protection system which enables reversible pretensioning of seatbelts and emergency braking at high speed or critical conditions. The car encases a braking system consisting of front and rear disc brakes, which fetches an efficient retardation and controlling for the car.

Pros

Particularly long variant list to choose from
Purely dynamic performance with precisely calibrated handling
Elegantly styled exteriors

Cons

Less competitive price
Base variant lacks power