2010 BMW M5 Series

The elegant and powerful new 2010 M5 Series debuts with a 500 horsepower 5.0-liter, 40-valve V-10 engine matched with M-tuned suspension that brings the best out of every road. It's also jam-packed with technology that makes your driving experience fun, dynamic, and energetic. Standard features include a Logic7 Surround Sound stereo, a navigation system with real-time traffic information, and an on-board computer. Allautoreviews.com comments, "When you experience 2010 BMW M power, it is quite possible that you lose track of your destination, because arriving becomes irrelevant." 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.

Besides Logic7 Surround Sound, the audio system comes with an anti-theft AM/FM stereo CD system with MP3 capabilities, 13 upgraded speakers (including 2 subwoofers), Digital Sound Processing, Radio Data System (shows artist and station information), Auto-Store, and a 3-channel FM diversity antenna.

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 need it, it comes standard inside the new M5 Series. The interior comfort and convenience features include automatic climate control, 3-stage heated front seats, and a power tilt and telescopic steering wheel with automatic tilt-up. 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. You'll also enjoy a 2-way power glass moonroof with a remote. Other convenience features that come standard include a remote control key, a glove compartment with a rechargeable take-out flashlight, ground-illuminating lights in the door handles, an integrated 3-button Universal garage-door opener, a heated driver's door lock and rear window defroster, and a power outlet in the trunk, front passenger's footwell, and center console.

The new M5 Series comes with instruments and controls features that make driving easier, such as an M multi-function leather-wrapped sport steering wheel with SMG paddles, M Drive function, and cruise control. The BMW multi-function steering wheel allows you to concentrate more fully on the road by placing the most often used controls on the steering wheel. Instead of trying to reach across the dashboard you'll be able to make a hands-free phone call or change the volume for the audio system without taking your eyes off the road. Other nice control features include an external temperature display, a start/stop button, vehicle and key memory, and a voice command system. With the voice command system you can control things such as the telephone, climate control, navigation and sound systems with spoken commands.

Highlights from the long list of safety features included on the 2010 M5 Series 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. You'll also appreciate 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.