Snapshot
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EPA Fuel Economy:
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City:
19
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21
Highway:
27
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30
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Available Engines:
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255-hp, 3.0-liter I-6 (premium)
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| Available Transmissions: |
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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New or Notable
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 What We Like
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 What We Don't
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| • | New AWD sedan and wagon for 2006 | | • | New 255-hp inline-six-cylinder | | • | Manual, automatic or sequential manual | | • | iDrive control system | | • | Up to eight airbags |
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| + | Handling | | + | Stability | | + | Ride comfort | | + | Blend of sportiness and refinement | | + | BMW's enthusiast-oriented reputation |
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| - | Wet-weather traction with RWD | | - | Seat comfort, especially in back | | - | Complex iDrive operation | | - | Electronic turn-signal control |
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Vehicle Summary
Renowned for its rear-wheel-drive handling prowess, BMW's 5 Series sedan was redesigned for 2004. A new high-output 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder powers the 530 for 2006, and all-wheel-drive and wagon versions are now offered. In addition to the 530, BMW also markets the less-powerful 525 and the V-8-powered 550.
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