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Innovative, dynamic, efficient: eight-speed automatic transmission
featured as standard.
All model variants come as standard with the eight-speed automatic transmis-
sion so far available only in the twelve-cylinder BMW 760i luxury performance
saloon. This new transmission combines gearshift comfort, sportiness and
efficiency of a standard never seen before, serving to an even greater extent to
reduce fuel consumption and emissions to a level even lower than with BMW’s
six-speed automatic transmissions used so far.
The new eight-speed automatic transmission excels through its innovative
gearset configuration providing additional gears and an even wider range of gear
increments without any negative effect on the size, weight, and inner efficiency
of the system.
All variants of the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo come as standard with
BMW EfficientDynamics, the various technologies offered varying from one
model to the other according to its particular character. Among other features,
Brake Energy Regeneration, on-demand control of the car’s ancillary units
such as the electrical coolant pump, the electrical steering assistance pump,
the map-controlled oil pump and the detachable a/c compressor, as well as
consistent lightweight technology, optimised aerodynamics including active
management and control of the air flaps and, finally, tyres with minimum roll
resistance ensure optimum fuel economy and emission management.
Cutting-edge suspension technology for even greater comfort,
dynamism, and precision.
The modern suspension technology of the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo serves
to ensure a wonderful motoring experience, driving supremacy and outstanding
safety at all times and under all conditions. One of the features that makes
this possible is the combination of a double track control arm front axle and
an Integral-V rear axle. In addition, the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo comes as
standard with air suspension on the rear axle, 18- and, respectively, 19-inch
light-alloy wheels (the latter on the BMW 550i Gran Turismo), and a high-
performance brake system.
DSC Dynamic Stability Control, finally, also comprises an electromechanical
parking brake with its own Auto-Hold function.
As an alternative to hydraulic rack-and-pinion steering with Servotronic featured
as standard, the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo is available as an option with
Integral Active Steering featured for the first time on the new BMW 7 Series.
| Categories | BMW 5-Series Manuals, BMW Manuals |
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| Tags | BMW 530d, BMW 535i, BMW 550i, BMW F07, BMW Gran Turismo, Brochure and Catalogue |
| Model Year | 2010 |
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