The 2010 BMW M5 Series Brings New Meaning to the Words 'Powerful' and 'Luxurious' |
 The new 2010 M5 Series has all of the graces of the BMW M Series class. With a 500 horsepower 5.0-liter, 40-valve V-10 engine and M-tuned suspension that brings the best out of every road, the 2010 M5 Series is ready to deliver an awe-inspiring performance. It comes as little surprise that Car and Driver magazine called it, "the most desirable sedan in the world at any price." Whether you want to delicately finesse the roads, or dominate them, you'll appreciate the performance and efficiency features that come standard on this elegant powerhouse. These include a 7-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox with Drivelogic, a 3-way catalytic converter with a heated oxygen sensor, 10 individual electronically controlled throttle butterflies, and Digital Motor Electronics with on-board diagnostics. Digital Motor Electronics ensures optimum engine performance under all conditions by constantly using sensors to monitor engine functions from ignition to fuel injection.
The handling, ride, and brake features on the 2010 M5 give you the confidence to tackle roads that would inspire fear in other sports cars. All-season traction with an M variable differential lock comes standard, as does Dynamic Stability Control with M Dynamic Mode. DSC prevents wheel slip in extreme situations when the vehicle may be about to veer off course. Combined with M Dynamic Mode, DSC gives BMW enthusiasts free range to explore their sports ambitions by increasing drive slip for both longitudinal and transverse dynamics at all speed levels. The brakes are 4-wheel BMW M vacuum-assisted ventilated, cross-drilled anti-lock compound disc brakes. The new M5 Series also comes with independent suspension with M calibration and includes stiffened dampers, springs, and anti-roll bars; and modified rear axle geometry. Vehicle-speed-sensitive variable-assist power steering with M Driving Dynamics Control is also included.
Exterior grace, speed, and style is matched by interior decadence in the 2010 M5 Series. The Merino leather upholstered 18-way power-adjustable M sport front seats come with a 2-setting memory system for both front seats, 2-way thigh support, 4-way lumbar support, headrests, and adjustable seatback side bolsters.
You can take those curves with your own hero soundtrack playing thanks to the awesome audio system included on this M5. It comes with an anti-theft AM/FM stereo CD system with MP3 capabilities, Digital Sound Processing, Radio Data System (shows artist and station information), 13 upgraded speakers (including 2 subwoofers), a 3-channel FM diversity antenna, and Auto-Store.
The sleek and sophisticated exterior of the M5 has come a long way from the boxy exterior of the 1988 M5, as has the exterior technology. Advanced features include an M Mobility system with lifetime BMW tire assistance, Xenon adaptive headlights, and heated side-view mirrors with electrochromic auto-dimming, power fold-up feature, and automatic tilt-down of the passenger's side-view mirror when the vehicle is shifted into reverse gear. Adaptive headlights turn with the vehicle's wheels to ensure that you get a good view of what's around the bend. Other great exterior features include heated windshield washer jets and door locks, rain-sensing windshield wipers, automatic headlight control, a headlight washing system, and Park Distance Control with front and rear sensors. Park Distance Control allows you to more easily maneuver into and out of tight spaces by using ultrasonic sensors to detect your vehicle's nearness to the car behind it or in front of it. A series of warning tones that increase in speed alert the driver when the two bumpers are getting close.
If you think you might like to have it, it already comes standard on the 2010 M5 Series. The interior is plumb full of comfort and convenience features and cutting-edge technology, such as 3-stage heated front seats, automatic climate control, and a power tilt and telescopic steering wheel with automatic tilt-up. You'll also enjoy a 2-way power glass moonroof with a remote. The power windows come with key-off and "one-touch" up and down operation, an anti-trapping feature, opening from remote, and closing from exterior lock. Other convenience features include a glove compartment with a rechargeable take-out flashlight, a remote control key, a power outlet in the trunk, front passenger's footwell; and center console, ground-illuminating lights in the door handles, a heated driver's door lock and rear window defroster, and an integrated 3-button Universal garage-door opener.
The 2010 M5 Series includes an M multi-function leather-wrapped sport steering wheel with SMG paddles, M Drive function, and cruise control. Other intstruments and controls features include a start/stop button, an external temperature display, a voice command system, and vehicle and key memory. The MDrive button on the steering wheel allows the driver to save their favorite driving settings.
Various safety features comprised on the new M5 include BMW Assist with Bluetooth wireless technology for hands-free calling, a remote keyless entry security alarm system, automatic front safety belt pretensioners, and a front and rear-seat Head Protection System. The air bags include front door-mounted side-impact air bags, and a driver's and passenger's front airbag supplemental restraint system with advanced technology such as dual-threshold deployment, dual-stage deployment, and front-passenger seat sensors designed to prevent unnecessary airbag deployment.
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