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The BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo (also referred to as "5 Series GT") models are the 5-door fastback versions of the F10 5 Series model range and use the model code F07. The F07 uses the F10 platform and shares many components with the other 5 Series models. It was released in 2009. Engine choices were turbocharged straight-6 petrol, straight-6 diesel and V8 petrol. At launch, all models were rear-wheel drive ("sDrive"), with all-wheel drive ("xDrive") models being added in 2010. For the following G30 generation, the Gran Turismo models were moved to the 6 Series model range and renamed the G32 6 Series Gran Turismo.

all-wheel drive sdrive fastback

1. Development and Launch

On 30 January 2009, BMW released a video called "BMW Concept: Scribble Video", which outlined the thought process behind the design of the upcoming 5 Series GT.[1][2]

The 5 Series GT was introduced as the BMW Concept 5 Series Gran Turismo at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.[3][4][5] The rear seats on the concept version are two folding bucket seats separated by a center console,[6][7] whereas the production model has three rear seats (although an option called "executive class seating" reverts to two rear seats). The concept version has 21-inch wheels and a paint colour called "Fluid Cuprite".

The production version of the 5 Series GT was unveiled at the 2009 International Motor Show Germany in Frankfurt[8] and sales began in the fourth quarter of 2009.[9][10] In most countries the 5 Series GT was sold alongside previous generation E60/E61 5 Series sedan and wagon/estate models, therefore the 5 Series GT was the first model released of the F07/F10/F11 5 Series generation. In the United States, the 5 Series wagon models were discontinued after 2010, therefore the 5 Series GT is considered a replacement for the E61 wagon.[11]

2. Body

530d GT- rear (Germany). By M 93 - Self-photographed, Attribution, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=10984605

The 5 Series GT uses the platform from the F01 7 Series, resulting in a wheelbase of 120.7 in (3,066 mm), a front track width of 63.4 in (1,610 mm) and a rear track width of 65.1 in (1,654 mm).[12][13] When combined with the raised roofline, this results in more passenger and luggage space than the E61 5 Series wagon/estate and similar headroom to the E70 X5 and F01 7 Series.[14][15][16] The cargo capacity is 439 L (15.5 cu ft) with the seats raised, or (1,801 L (63.6 cu ft) with the rear seats flat and the partition stowed.[17][18]

The 5 Series GT has a coupe-like roofline, taller proportions than traditional fastback sedans and has been described as a "7 Series hatchback".[11][19] The 5 Series GT shares several design cues with that of the F01 7 Series, such as the design of the tail-lights.[20]

The tailgate has a unique two-way opening mechanism, which may be opened in a traditional car-like fashion, or the entire hatch may be open in a traditional SUV fashion for larger objects.[21][22] The 5 Series GT features frameless doors, which is a first for a four-door BMW model.[23][24][25]

With a kerb weight of 4,938 lb (2,240 kg) for the 2010 550i GT model, the 5 Series Gran Turismo is 400 lb (181 kg) heavier than the 2009 750i (which uses the same N63 4.4 L biturbo V8 engine).[22]

3. Equipment

The equipment available on the 5 Series GT includes:

  • Regenerative braking[11]
  • Flaps which automatically close the radiator air intakes to reduce aerodynamic drag[26]
  • Driving mode selector (which is called "Dynamic Drive Control" and adjusts the suspension, steering, electronic stability control and throttle response according to the driving mode- Comfort, Normal, Sport and Sport+),[13]
  • LED daytime driving lights,[27]
  • Four-zone automatic air conditioning[28]
  • An 80 GB hard disc for navigation data and music collection[29]
  • Head-Up Display[29]
  • Panoramic glass sunroof[28]
  • Electrically retractable trailer hook[30]
  • Radar cruise control which can completely stop the car and accelerate from a standstill ("Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go")[31]
  • Blind spot monitoring[18]
  • Lane departure warning system[18]
  • Night vision[32]
  • Rear-wheel steering (called "Integral Active Steering")[33]
  • Side-facing cameras in the front bumper ("Sideview")[29]
  • A virtual overhead graphic of the car- created from combining the camera images- to assist with parking ("Topview")[32]
  • Speed limit display,[28] which uses a camera to recognise street signs and display the speed limit on the speedometer and head-up display.
  • LED headlights[33]

4. Transmissions

All models use an 8-speed automatic transmission with a manual control ("Steptronic") mode.[34]

5. Models

Sales of all-wheel drive ("xDrive") models began with the 530d xDrive and 550i xDrive in June 2010, followed by 535d xDrive and 535i xDrive in September 2010.[35]

5.1. Petrol Engines

Model Years Engine Power Torque Accel.[36] Top speed
535i 2009–2017 N55B30
I6 turbo		 225 kW (302 bhp)
@5800 rpm		 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft)
@ 1200–5000 rpm		 6.3 250 km/h (155 mph)
(limited)
535i
xDrive		 2010–2017 N55B30
I6 turbo		 225 kW (302 bhp)
@5800 rpm		 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft)
@ 1200–5000 rpm		 6.3 250 km/h (155 mph)
(limited)
550i 2009–2012 N63B44
V8 turbo		 300 kW (402 bhp)
@ 5500–6400 rpm		 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft)
@ 1750–4500 rpm		 5.1 250 km/h (155 mph)
(limited)
550i
xDrive		 2010–2012 N63B44
V8 turbo		 300 kW (402 bhp)
@ 5500–6400 rpm		 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft)
@ 1750–4500 rpm		 5.1 250 km/h (155 mph)
(limited)
550i 2012–2017 N63B44
V8 turbo		 331 kW (444 bhp)
@ 5500 rpm		 650 N⋅m (479 lb⋅ft)
@ 2000–4500 rpm		 5.0 250 km/h (155 mph)
(limited)
550i
xDrive		 2012–2017 N63B44
V8 turbo		 331 kW (444 bhp)
@ 5500 rpm		 650 N⋅m (479 lb⋅ft)
@ 2000–4500 rpm		 4.8 250 km/h (155 mph)
(limited)

5.2. Diesel Engines

Model Years Engine Power Torque Accel.[36] Top speed
520d 2012–2017 N47D20
I4 turbo		 135 kW (181 bhp)
@ 4000 rpm		 380 N⋅m (280 lb⋅ft)
@ 1750 rpm		 8.9 213 km/h (132 mph)
530d 2009–2012 N57D30
I6 turbo		 180 kW (241 hp)
@ 4000 rpm		 540 N⋅m (398 lb⋅ft)
@ 1750–3000 rpm		 6.9 240 km/h (149 mph)
530d 2012–2017 N57D30
I6 turbo		 190 kW (255 hp)
@ 4000 rpm		 560 N⋅m (413 lb⋅ft)
@ 1500 rpm		 6.2 245 km/h (152 mph)
530d
xDrive		 2010–2012 N57D30
I6 turbo		 180 kW (241 hp)
@ 4000 rpm		 540 N⋅m (398 lb⋅ft)
@ 1750–3000 rpm		 6.9 235 km/h (146 mph)
530d
xDrive		 2012–2017 N57D30
I6 turbo		 190 kW (255 hp)
@ 4000 rpm		 560 N⋅m (413 lb⋅ft)
@ 1500 rpm		 6.2 242 km/h (150 mph)
535d 2010–2012 N57D30
I6 turbo		 225 kW (302 hp)
@ 4400 rpm		 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft)
@ 1500–2500 rpm		 6.1 250 km/h (155 mph)
(limited)
535d 2012–2017 N57D30
I6 turbo		 230 kW (308 hp)
@ 4300 rpm		 630 N⋅m (465 lb⋅ft)
@ 1500 rpm		 5.7 250 km/h (155 mph)
(limited)
535d
xDrive		 2010–2012 N57D30
I6 turbo		 225 kW (302 hp)
@ 4400 rpm		 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft)
@ 1500–2500 rpm		 6.0 250 km/h (155 mph)
(limited)
535d
xDrive		 2012–2017 N57D30
I6 turbo		 230 kW (308 hp)
@ 4300 rpm		 630 N⋅m (465 lb⋅ft)
@ 1500 rpm		 5.6 250 km/h (155 mph)
(limited)

6. Model Year Changes

6.1. 2012 Facelift

The F07 facelift (also known as LCI) models began production in July 2013[37] for the 2014 model year. Changes include:[38][39][40]

  • Styling changes to front bumper and grille
  • LED directional headlights (Adaptive Headlights) and revised tail-lights
  • Revised tailgate and increase in luggage capacity by 60 L (2.1 cu ft)
  • Updated iDrive system

7. Production

The 5 Series GT was produced in the Dingolfing factory.[41][42]

In the United States, 2,848 units were sold in 2010.[43]

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