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BMW 550 Gran Turismo

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  • 5dr 550i Gran Turismo RWD
    Starts at
    $63,900
    15 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr 550i xDrive Gran Turismo AWD
    Starts at
    $66,200
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas V8
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Google Maps search function
RWD
Only available as a sedan
Up to eight airbags
Lane departure warning system

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+ 360-hp V-8
Handling

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Expert 2010 BMW 550 Gran Turismo review

our expert's take
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Vehicle Overview

BMW’s 5 Series is the automaker’s next step up in size and price from BMW’s best-selling 3 Series. The top-level 550i is only available as a rear-wheel-drive sedan, unlike other 5 Series models that can be had in wagon and all-wheel-drive configurations. The 5 Series competes with luxury sedans like the Audi A6, Lexus GS and Acura RL.

For 2010, there is a new high-performance version called the 550i Gran Turismo.

(Skip to details on the: 5-Series Gran Turismo)

New for 2010
Other than the Gran Turismo model, there are no significant changes for 2010.

Exterior
The BMW 550 doesn’t stray from the conventional BMW styling, as it has short overhangs (the distance between the end of the fender and the bumper) and a twin-kidney grille. The 550 has subtle door-sill and front and rear bodywork extensions.

  • Xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
  • Adaptive headlights turn in the direction of the steering wheel
  • LED turn signals
  • Front and rear parking sensors with graphic display
  • Metallic paint
  • 17-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires
  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Optional 19-inch light-alloy wheels with performance run-flat tires
  • Optional headlight washers

Interior
For 2010, BMW has upgraded the optional iDrive system, which controls the navigation system, to make it easier to use.

  • Leather trim
  • Power tilt/telescoping steering wheel
  • MP3 jack
  • Push-button start
  • Available head-up display projects car’s speed and navigation directions on windshield
  • Available heated front and rear seats
  • Available HD radio
  • Available active cruise control automatically slows car when approaching a slower-moving car

Under the Hood
While other 5 Series models use six-cylinder engines, the 550i uses a 4.8-liter V-8 making 360 horsepower and 360 pounds-feet of torque.

  • Six-speed manual transmission
  • Available six-speed automatic
  • Rear-wheel drive

Safety
Safety features include:

  • Electronic stability system
  • Antilock brakes
  • Front, side-impact and side curtain airbags
  • Rear side-impact airbags optional
  • Optional lane departure warning system sends a vibration through the steering wheel when car drifts from lane

5-Series Gran Turismo
For 2010, BMW added a hatchback version of its rear-wheel-drive 5 Series, dubbed the 5 Series Gran Turismo. Upstream of the outgoing 5 Series sedan — itself due to be replaced soon — the Gran Turismo sports a restyled interior and a streamlined exterior, both with cues from BMW’s recently redesigned 7 Series flagship. With its steeply raked hatch ending in a short, sedan-like trunk, the Gran Turismo measures about 6 inches longer than the 5 Series sedan. The hatch opens in two sections: The entire hatch can lift, or a section below the rear window opens separately to reveal a sedan-like trunk behind the rear seats and below a cargo cover. The area offers 15.5 cubic feet of cargo volume, a bit more than the outgoing sedan’s 14.0 cubic feet. For additional storage capacity, the seats fold down in a 40/20/40 split.

The 550i Gran Turismo can accommodate four or five, depending on the backseat configuration. Interior features include the 7 Series’ Black Panel gauge and climate displays, which incorporate BMW’s traditional gauge themes into an electroluminescent display. A next-generation iDrive system, already used across various other BMW models, offers better screen resolution and more shortcut keys than its predecessor.

The Gran Turismo’s sole drivetrain — a twin-turbo V-8 that’s good for 400 horsepower — works through a new eight-speed automatic transmission. Back to top

2010 BMW 550 Gran Turismo review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

BMW’s 5 Series is the automaker’s next step up in size and price from BMW’s best-selling 3 Series. The top-level 550i is only available as a rear-wheel-drive sedan, unlike other 5 Series models that can be had in wagon and all-wheel-drive configurations. The 5 Series competes with luxury sedans like the Audi A6, Lexus GS and Acura RL.

For 2010, there is a new high-performance version called the 550i Gran Turismo.

(Skip to details on the: 5-Series Gran Turismo)

New for 2010
Other than the Gran Turismo model, there are no significant changes for 2010.

Exterior
The BMW 550 doesn’t stray from the conventional BMW styling, as it has short overhangs (the distance between the end of the fender and the bumper) and a twin-kidney grille. The 550 has subtle door-sill and front and rear bodywork extensions.

  • Xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
  • Adaptive headlights turn in the direction of the steering wheel
  • LED turn signals
  • Front and rear parking sensors with graphic display
  • Metallic paint
  • 17-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires
  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Optional 19-inch light-alloy wheels with performance run-flat tires
  • Optional headlight washers

Interior
For 2010, BMW has upgraded the optional iDrive system, which controls the navigation system, to make it easier to use.

  • Leather trim
  • Power tilt/telescoping steering wheel
  • MP3 jack
  • Push-button start
  • Available head-up display projects car’s speed and navigation directions on windshield
  • Available heated front and rear seats
  • Available HD radio
  • Available active cruise control automatically slows car when approaching a slower-moving car

Under the Hood
While other 5 Series models use six-cylinder engines, the 550i uses a 4.8-liter V-8 making 360 horsepower and 360 pounds-feet of torque.

  • Six-speed manual transmission
  • Available six-speed automatic
  • Rear-wheel drive

Safety
Safety features include:

  • Electronic stability system
  • Antilock brakes
  • Front, side-impact and side curtain airbags
  • Rear side-impact airbags optional
  • Optional lane departure warning system sends a vibration through the steering wheel when car drifts from lane

5-Series Gran Turismo
For 2010, BMW added a hatchback version of its rear-wheel-drive 5 Series, dubbed the 5 Series Gran Turismo. Upstream of the outgoing 5 Series sedan — itself due to be replaced soon — the Gran Turismo sports a restyled interior and a streamlined exterior, both with cues from BMW’s recently redesigned 7 Series flagship. With its steeply raked hatch ending in a short, sedan-like trunk, the Gran Turismo measures about 6 inches longer than the 5 Series sedan. The hatch opens in two sections: The entire hatch can lift, or a section below the rear window opens separately to reveal a sedan-like trunk behind the rear seats and below a cargo cover. The area offers 15.5 cubic feet of cargo volume, a bit more than the outgoing sedan’s 14.0 cubic feet. For additional storage capacity, the seats fold down in a 40/20/40 split.

The 550i Gran Turismo can accommodate four or five, depending on the backseat configuration. Interior features include the 7 Series’ Black Panel gauge and climate displays, which incorporate BMW’s traditional gauge themes into an electroluminescent display. A next-generation iDrive system, already used across various other BMW models, offers better screen resolution and more shortcut keys than its predecessor.

The Gran Turismo’s sole drivetrain — a twin-turbo V-8 that’s good for 400 horsepower — works through a new eight-speed automatic transmission. Back to top

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
4 years / 50,000 miles
Maintenance
4 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Certified Pre-Owned Elite with less than 15,000 miles; Certified Pre-Owned with less than 60,000 miles
Basic
1 year / unlimited miles from expiration of 4-year / 50,000-mile new car warranty
Dealer certification
196-point inspection

Consumer reviews

4.2 / 5
Based on 11 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.5
Performance 4.2
Value 3.8
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.0

Most recent

  • Love but expensive

    I love the car, the look, and the interior are definitely me. My issue is the sunroof stopped working, you the latch that holes the screen back broke, and will cost at least $1400 to fix. The hydraulics air brakes started acting up and not working correctly under extremely cold weather. The car does not have Bluetooth that will connect to the music from your phone, so you have to buy an extra external port like an MP3 player that will plug in. The Vanos bolts had to be replaced and cost a lot of money.. this car is beautiful but is expensive to keep up with. BMW= Break my wallet.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • In all my years of buying cars, this is the worst.

    I bought this car with 23,000 miles; the tires blew out, the retracting roof is history, $5000 to repair. Now the check engine light came on, and the car shut down; they are telling me it could cost anywhere from 6 to 7 thousand to repair. I'm floored. I don't have that kind of money. I'm joining a class-action lawsuit.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
    13 people out of 15 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • A pretty lemon.

    This car drinks oil like it has holes in the oil pan. Class Action Lawsuit. Google it. BMW lost. But the consumers didn't exactly win. Good luck finding a BMW service center that will do the work required to right the wrong.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 2.0
    6 people out of 7 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • I could melt inside

    I love this vehicle. Just bought it and love it! It is very comfortable, I love the soft-close feature, so many buttons and features, elegant...
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • GREAT CAR TO DRIVE

    THE CAR IS A GREAT PERFORMER, WAS LOOKING FOR A SPORTY SEDAN AND THIS FIT THE BILL. VERY LUXURIOUS AND COMFORTABLE AND PLENTY OF POWER TO BOOT, GREAT EXPERIENCE.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Best Performing Car I've Owned

    Hatchback sedan that'll blow your socks off. Interior comfort with amazing seats front and back. DVD and Moonroof are a bonus for hauling the kiddos. Sport Mode is only mode you should ride in, but comfort makes sense for long trips.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Very good driving car and has lots of room

    This car meets all my needs and as lots of leg room for the kids in the back.its also very fun to drive and as lots of power.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Awesome, Fast and Reliable Car

    My 2010 BMW 550 Gran Turismo is an awesome car! I bought it used with 10k miles 4 years ago and now it is 73k. Over years, I learned to tame my desire to push the car too fast, becauseI was getting too many speeding tickets - this car can go 130mph and you don't even feel it :-)) It still looks and feels like new, no issues outside of normal maintenance and a few minor issues when the car had 20k - all under warranty. Car is FAST-FAST-FAST, SUPER COMFORTABLE and LARGE --- AWESOME looking. I plan to keep this beemer for long time.. Highly Recommend to anyone in the market for GT. 5 STARS
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • The best car I"ve ever Had

    I Love it Fast Comfort Excellent Better Then Mercedes or Audi Looks Nice :) And worth value for the money
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • The Dream Car

    This is the best car I've ever had. I had Audis, Acuras, other BMWs - the Gran Tursimo 550i is by far the best of them. 1. The car is a rocket! It is really screaming fast. 2. Handling is very sharp for the size - it is truly the BMW. Note, it is not as sharp as my old 535i though, as Gran Turismo is a bit taller than sedan and feels much larger than a regular 5-series. However - the handling is still excellent. 3. All the tech toys really work well. The car has a fantastic Navigation system with a HUGE screen, which displays traffic in real time and is very easy to use. The iPod connector works super well with my iPhone. The heads-up display is very useful - really like my speed projected on the windshield. The parking rear and side cameras are really nice and all sensors work well. 4. The cabin is very spacious overall. It has really large panoramic sunroof - which is very pleasing to look inside and out. 5. The seating position is very comfortable due to Gran Turismo being taller than regular sedan. The seating position feels like in X5, which is great for my lower back in long trips. 6. The rear seats are really big - like in 7 series and can recline. 7. The car had 0 problems so far - knock-knock on the wood. 8. The trunk is really convenient once you get used to it. It is truly a hatchback and since the rear seats can fold down - I get really nice space for all the stuff I want to transport - almost like in a SUV. 9. It is UNUSUALLY styled - people stare at your car everywhere you go in admiration. I really like it being rare. And I really like its look - it is certainly a beautiful car. 10. The gas mileage is not bad for 8-cylinder beast - I get an average 19mpg - which beat my expectations. MY GRAN TURISMO ROCKS!!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Best performing car I've ever owned or driven

    Bought used (a dealer loaner for a year and a half). Acceleration is uneven (up to 20 MPH) from a dead start (twin-turbo), but very fast to 60 and 100. Handling is awesome. Haven't driven in snow/or ice yet (it is the xDrive model). A short learning curve for the DVD/Nav system and park distance control with camera. I've never had a car with Nav or camera/PDC. BMW dealer very fair in price. It's not a popular BMW model in the US so the pricing has really come down over the year and a half since it's delivery. I haven't needed to call the agent or dealership yet in the one month that I've had the car. Service can't be commented on yet. This is my 4th BMW, but first since 2001 5 series model. There's much more room for pax in this car than a 5 series (cab dimensions are more like the 7 series sedan). Entering and exiting the car is easier that the lower line sedans, but shorter that the tall X5 ( I'm 6' and 190 lbs.). Price is $10k cheaper than the X5 similarly equipped. I paid for one with four options/packages: panarama sunroof, sport drive, upgraded stereo, winter comfort package. It had 23k miles. Mileage is within the range published: 16 in the city, 22 highway.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2010 BMW 550 Gran Turismo?

The 2010 BMW 550 Gran Turismo is available in 2 trim levels:

  • 550i (1 style)
  • 550i xDrive (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2010 BMW 550 Gran Turismo?

The 2010 BMW 550 Gran Turismo offers up to 15 MPG in city driving and 21 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2010 BMW 550 Gran Turismo reliable?

The 2010 BMW 550 Gran Turismo has an average reliability rating of 4.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2010 BMW 550 Gran Turismo owners.

Is the 2010 BMW 550 Gran Turismo a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2010 BMW 550 Gran Turismo. 81.8% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.2 / 5
Based on 11 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.5
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 3.8
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.0

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