Overall, the new 5 Series holds onto some trademark characteristics from before. On the hood we find streamlined creases while the grille flaunts BMW’s double nostril underneath the centralized logo.
The headlights take after those of the new 7 Series, which is a replay of Chris Bangle’s stylistic touches. At night the new 5 Series adopts the Bavarian automaker’s signature headlight rings in front and boomerang-shaped LED lights in the rear.
The driver-oriented instrument panel keeps within German sobriety with its combination of wood, metallic leather inserts and quality plastics, providing a luxurious ambiance.
For its North American arrival, only two gas models will be available. The top of the line 550i comes equipped with a 4.4-litre V8 400 hp turbo engine that registers 0 to 100 km/h in 5 seconds. The BMW 535i includes a 3-litre V6 turbo that delivers 300 hp, but does not exceed 200 grams/kilometre of CO2 emission.
The 528i (6 cylinder, 258 hp), with the integral xDrive transmission option, will complete the range later in the year.
