BMW 5-Series M5 (05-10) - Review

Review by Parkers on
Last Updated: 12 Dec 2007
4.5
BMWs M models have always had a reputation for superb engines, masses of driver appeal and useable performance. The M5 takes this to new levels however thanks a 5.
4.5 out of 5

Equipment

As you'd expect in the top of the range, high-performance BMW M5, the equipment tally is extensive and includes 19-inch alloy wheels, electronic damper control (EDC), sports suspension, adaptive xenon headlights, dynamic stability control, head-up display, hill start assist, launch control, front and rear parking sensors, rain sensors, electrically adjustable and heated front seats, leather upholstery, automatic air conditioning, electric windows front and back, three-spoke M Sports multi-function leather steering wheel with SMG paddles, CD stereo with auxiliary input and DAB digital tuner, sat nav and metallic paint. Of course there are still options available including Bluetooth connectivity, ventilated seats, soft close doors, a heated steering wheel and a TV function.

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  • 3x3 point rear seat belts
  • ABS
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm
  • Alloy wheels
  • Audio remote
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD
  • CD Multichanger
  • Cruise control
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric mirrors
  • Electric passenger`s seat
  • Electric sunroof
  • Front electric windows
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Heated seats
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
  • Lumbar support
  • Metallic Paint
  • Parking sensors
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
  • Remote locking
  • Roof rails
  • Sat Nav
  • Service indicator
  • Side airbags
  • Sports seats
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
  • Steering wheel reach adjustment
  • Traction control
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