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BMW 5 SERIES (GASOLINE) (2003-CURRENT)
We Say...
A statement of individuality, the BMW 5 Series is bold and distinctive.  The design isn't pretty, but it sure is attention grabbing. The 5 Series also offers true sporting characteristics from the excellent steering, brakes and ride. The monster 550i aside, the best engines are actually the diesels.  List of standard equipment's not as high as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class despite the Merc being the cheaper one.
An individual success statement, excellent handling and response.
If you're considering a 5 Series, get the diesels.

Last Updated: March.14.2008
Ownership 550i 525i 520i
Price P 6,990,000 P 4,690,000 P 3,990,000
Vehicle Classification Ultra-Luxury Car
Warranty 2 years / unlimited mileage
Under the Hood
Engine 4.8 DOHC 32V V8 2.5 DOHC 24V I6 2.0 DOHC 16V I4
Maximum Output (bhp @ rpm) 367 @ 6300 218 @ 6500 156 @ 6200
Maximum Torque (Nm @ rpm) 490 @ 3400 250 @ 2750-4250 200 @ 3600
Fuel Type / Recom. Octane Gasoline / 95~ Gasoline / 95~ Gasoline / 95~
Fuel System / Aspiration Valvetronic, EFI / NA Valvetronic, EFI / NA Valvetronic, EFI / NA
Fuel Mileage (km/L) 5.49 (mfg.) 7.40 (mfg.) 8.60 (mfg.)
Transmission 6-speed AT 6-speed AT 6-speed AT
Dimensions and Weights
Length (mm) 4841 4841 4841
Width (mm) 1846 1846 1846
Height (mm) 1468 1468 1468
Wheelbase (mm) 2888 2888 2888
Curb Weight (kg) 1735 1605 1595
Body Type 4-door sedan 4-door sedan 4-door sedan
Engine / Drive F/R F/R F/R
Seating 5 5 5
Suspension and Tires
Front Suspension Independent,
MacPherson Strut		 Independent,
MacPherson Strut		 Independent,
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Independent,
Multi-Link		 Independent,
Multi-Link		 Independent,
Multi-Link
Front Brakes Vented Disc Vented Disc Vented Disc
Rear Brakes Solid Disc Solid Disc Solid Disc
Tires 225/50 R 17 (f & r) 225/50 R 17 (f & r) 225/55 R 16 (f & r)
Wheels Alloy 17 x 7.5 (f & r) Alloy 17 x 7.5 (f & r) Alloy 16 x 7.0 (f & r)
Safety Features
Airbags 8 8 8
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Yes, CBC (Corner Brake Control), DBC (Dynamic Brake Control), Start-Off Assist Yes, CBC (Corner Brake Control), DBC (Dynamic Brake Control), Start-Off Assist Yes, CBC (Corner Brake Control), DBC (Dynamic Brake Control), Start-Off Assist
Traction / Stability Control Yes, DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) Yes, DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) Yes, DSC (Dynamic Stability Control)
Other Safety Features 525i
Plus: none		 520i
Plus: none		 Tire pressure monitoring system; front and rear parking sensors
Exterior Features
Fog Lamps Front, rear Front, rear Front, rear
Other Exterior Features 525i
Plus: automatic HID headlamps (active)		 520i
Plus: automatic HID headlamps		 Automatic headlights; rain-sensing wipers; chrome window garnish
Interior Features
Steering Wheel Adjustment Tilt/telescopic, electric Tilt/telescopic, electric Tilt/telescopic, manual
Steering Wheel Material Leather Leather Leather
Seating Adjustment Electric (f) Electric (f) Electric (f, partial)
Seating Surface Leather Leather Fabric/leather
Other Interior Features 525i
Plus: none		 520i
Plus: wood accents; side rear sun shade		 Titanium matte accents; 60/40 split-fold rear seat
Convenience Features
Power Amenities Steering, door locks, windows and mirrors (heated, with fold); rear sun shade Steering, door locks, windows and mirrors (heated, with fold); rear sun shade Steering, door locks, windows and mirrors (heated)
Climate Control Auto, dual Auto, dual Manual
Audio System Stereo/6-disc/Aux with 13 speakers (i-Drive) Stereo/6-disc/Aux with 13 speakers (i-Drive) Stereo/6-disc/Aux with 8 speakers (i-Drive)
Other Convenience Features 525i
Plus: none		 520i
Plus: none		 i-Drive controller (climate, audio, personal settings, service interval); on-board computer (mileage, range, temperature); keyless entry with alarm, central locking and immobilizer
Our Take
Rating **** **** ***
More Information Drive, BMW 523i Executive

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