2006 BMW 525i

Beneath the powerfully distinctive and athletic styling, the character of the 5 Series is defined by an array of automotive innovations that combine to deliver a level of driving dynamics that others could only hope to equal.
Advanced intuitive control systems combine with uncompromising craftsmanship, luxurious materials and a tangible measure of increased spaciousness to create an interior environment without peer in this class.

Yet the more things change, the more they remain the same. When you get behind the wheel of the new 5 Series, the experience is, as always, incomparable. As with every BMW, it's all about the drive - a level of sheer driving pleasure that elevated the new BMW 5 Series even further above the ranks of conventional luxury sedans.

The world's first Active Steering system is standard on all models. Basically, this remarkable innovation delivers variable assistance, adjusting the steering ratio depending on vehicle speed; when parking, the wheel requires less than 2 turns lock-to-lock. At highway speeds, the assistance reduces, allowing for more relaxed, yet precise vehicle control.

The optional BMW Dynamic Drive suspension control system further adds to the outstanding handling characteristics by reducing body roll by more than 80%.

There is also the option of revolutionary Adaptive Headlights. The swiveling headlights follow steering movements, illuminating up to 90% of the road in bends.

Such innovations are seamlessly integrated into the new lightweight body - up to 70kg lighter than the previous 5 Series, depending on equipment levels fitted.

Once you experience this remarkable combination of advanced driving systems on the road, any conventional luxury car becomes an inconceivable proposition.

The new BMW 5 Series continues to wear the heart of BMW performance technology on its sleeve, so you can continue to enjoy the choice of the world's best straight-six or legendary V8 engines.

This is the BMW 5 Series you simply must drive.

Characterised by outstanding responsiveness and turbine-smooth power delivery, the six-cylinder 141kW 525i and the 170kW 530i effortlessly surge from 0-100km/h in 8.7 seconds and 7.1 seconds respectively. The Double VANOS ( Variable Camshaft Control) maximizes efficiency regardless of engine speed or accelerator position.

The powerhouse of the range is the 545i, featuring a V8 engine with Valvetronic valve timing and a fully variable intake manifold. This provides an awesome 245kW of power at 6,100 rpm, propelling the 545i to 100km/h in just 5.9 seconds.

Harnessing and optimizing the power and torque of the straight-six and V8 engines is a new 6-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic gearshift. This supremely smooth, responsive transmission delivers a seamless flow of power to the road, at the same time maximising fuel economy and intelligently adapting to individual driving styles.

Dynamic driving has indeed evolved to a new level.

5 Series M Sport Package

The new 5 Series M Sport Package accentuates and enhances both the dramatic looks and on-road dynamics of the new 525i, 530i and the 545i V8-powered flagship.

The beauty of the M Sport Package is more than skin deep. In addition to the exterior aerodynamic improvements, there are tangible sporting additions to the interior as well as further refinement of the already beautifully balanced suspension.

Anyone seeing the M Sport Package-equipped 5 Series cars will immediately note the deeper, more aggressive front facia. Large circular fog-lamps are set into flared gills flanking the enhanced under-bumper air intake with its dark mesh lattice.

Subtly fluted side skirts run between wheel arches that now accommodate 18-inch light alloy M Double Spoke wheels, sized at 8J x 18 and shod with runflat 245/40 R18 tyres.

At the rear, a further extension to the lower valance reinforces the impression that the car is hugging the road.

A more sporting and agile, yet still comfortable ride is delivered courtesy of stiffer springs, recalibrated dampers and a 15 mm lower ride height.

The new 5 Series M Sport Package echoes the suspension set up of the forthcoming high-performance M5, sharing links and bushes, to provide the perfect mix of handling and comfort.

Inside, an anthracite roof lining is added along with an M Sport steering wheel and body-hugging sport seats finished in Dakota Leather trim, available in Beige, Truffle Brown, Auburn or Amethyst. In the 545i, Comfort Seats with a high degree of personal adjustability for ultimate positioning are standard.

Newly developed Aluminium interior trim strips and M Door Sill finishers complete the interior. Wood trim in place of Aluminium is optionally available.

The six-cylinder powered 525i and 530i feature satin chrome exterior window surrounds, with high gloss satin (black) chrome for the even more muscular V8-equipped 545i.

Source - BMW

Five Times Around. History of the BMW 5 Series.

Sales of the BMW 5 Series already amount to more than 5.5 million units in five model generations – and now a new chapter is starting in the highly successful story of the BMW 5 Series Sedan.While the sixth generation naturally follows the great heritage of its predecessors, its roots go back much further. As early as in the 1960s, BMW developed a strong and distinctive profile as a manufacturer....
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