6-speed auto-shift manual w/OD and auto-manual
6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
6-speed manual w/OD
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Manual, automatic or sequential manual
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Available Active Steering
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iDrive control system
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Up to eight airbags
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Handling
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Stability
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Ride comfort
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Blend of sportiness and refinement
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BMW's enthusiast-oriented reputation
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Wet-weather traction with RWD
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Seat comfort, especially in the rear
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Complex iDrive operation
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Electronic turn-signal control
Vehicle Summary
Renowned for its rear-wheel-drive handling prowess, BMW's 5 Series sedan was redesigned for 2004. In addition to the 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder in the 530, the German automaker offers a 2.5-liter inline-six in the 525 and a V-8 in the 545. Available features include adaptive xenon headlights, Active Steering and Active Cruise Control. An all-wheel-drive 530xi sedan and new sport wagon will debut during 2005. Read more
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