BMW 5 Series Touring : First Look

Motoring Channel - 28/January/2011

Munich, Germany - BMW has released its fourth generation 5 Series Touring in Australia.

The new 5 Series Touring is available in two models, the entry-level 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbodiesel 520d Touring that produces a maximum power of 135kW at 4000rpm and peak torque of 380Nm between 1750rpm and 2750rpm.

While the high performance 3.0-litre TwinPower Turbo straight six cylinder petrol 535i Touring produces a maximum output of 225kW at 5800rpm and peak torque of 400Nm from a low 1200rpm right through to 5000rpm.

The 535i can accelerate from 0-100km/h in just 6.1 seconds while offering combined EU fuel consumption figure of 8.5l/100km with CO2 emissions of 197g/km.

Meanwhile, combined fuel consumption for the 520d Touring is 5.3l/100km while CO2 emissions are just 139g/km. Mated to the standard eight-speed Automatic Transmission (the Sports Automatic transmission is optionally available), the 520d can cover the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.3 seconds.

Both models feature an eight-speed automatic transmission as standard.  In the case of the 535i Touring, this takes the form of an eight-speed sports automatic transmission.

In order to offer the greatest degree of versatility in its carrying capacity, the rear seat back splits and folds individually in three 40/20/40 sections providing a luggage capacity that ranges from 560 litres to 1670 litres.

Both models also feature a luggage cover as standard that is automatically raised when the tailgate or rear window are opened, full length floor rails with adjustable eyelets, and a luggage net.

The 5 Series Touring is available in Black or Alpine White or a choice of 11 other metallic exterior colours (non-cost option for 535i). Inside, the standard Dakota leather interior upholstery is offered in a choice of six colours with the optional Exclusive Nappa leather with extended contents available in a choice of Black or Oyster/Black.

Likewise, there is a range of non-cost trim options including high-gloss black, three different types of wood or Fine Brushed Aluminium.

To further enhance the sporting visual and dynamic appeal of the 5 Series Touring, a full M Sport Package is optionally available on both models that includes 18-inch double spoke alloy wheels and complete M Aerodynamics Package, Sports Seats, M leather steering wheel and interior trim highlights, and a lowered sports suspension (which can be deleted as a non-cost option).

Outstanding grip and stopping power is assured with the 520d fitted with 17-inch alloy wheels with 18-inch alloys on the 535i while the large vented disc brakes on both models are assisted by electronic systems including Antilock Braking System with Cornering Brake Control and Brake Assist and Dynamic Stability Control.

BMW 5 Series Touring Australian Pricing:
BMW 520d Touring - $92,800*
BMW 335i Touring - $138,900*

*Manufacturer’s Recommended List Price is shown and includes GST and Luxury Car Tax (LCT) but excludes dealer charges, stamp duty, statutory charges and on-road charges which are additional and vary between dealers and States/Territories. Customers are advised to contact their nearest BMW dealer for all pricing inquiries.

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