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BMW 5 Series Touring 540i xDrive MHT M Sport 5dr Auto [Tech Pack]

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	TWIN TURBO
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	2998
Trim	M Sport [Tech pack]
Price	£67,385
Engine Power - BHP	333
Acceleration	5.2
Top Speed	155 mph
WLTP - MPG - Comb	35.8
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	180
Length	4963 mm
Width	1868 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	560 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1850 kg

Driver Convenience

32GB hard disc drive (HDD) memory
Active Guard
BMW ConnectedDrive online services
BMW gesture control
BMW Head up display
BMW intelligent emergency call
BMW Live Cockpit Professional sat nav system with 12.3" instrument display and high resolution control display
BMW Teleservices
Brake pad wear indicator
Driving experience switch
Electric boot lid - electrically opening/closing rear tailgate
Electric Power Steering (EPS) with Servotronic
Enhanced bluetooth with wireless charging
iDrive controller with shortcut buttons
Multifunctional instrument panel
Oil sensor for level and grade
On board computer inc. average speed, fuel consumption, liquid crystal Info display, journey computer, outside temperature display, personal profile
On-board diagnosis - OBD
Powered by Operating System 7.0
Service interval indicator
Stop/start button
Wi-Fi hotspot

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

48V Mild hybrid technology
Drive performance control with ECO PRO comfort + sport mode
Engine cover with twin turbo designation
M sport suspension
Petrol Particulate Filter
Steptronic transmission with gearshift paddles on steering wheel

Entertainment

DAB Digital radio
Favourite buttons

Exterior Features

Acoustic glazing
All round anti-corrosion system
Automatic windscreen wipers and automatic headlight
Automatically dimming rear view mirror
BMW Individual high gloss shadow line includes exterior mirror frame, window frame surround, B pillar finish, air breather in high gloss black
Body colour door handles
Body coloured bumpers
Door handle illumination
Dynamic brake lights with LED technology
Electric front and rear windows with fingertip open/close + anti-trap facility and comfort closing function
Electrically adjustable and heated exterior mirrors includes integrated direction indicators and automatic parking function
Folding exterior side mirror with auto- dimming
Follow me home headlight function
Heated windscreen washer jets
High gloss black active air stream kidney grille
High gloss shadow line roof rails
Independent opening for tailgate window
LED daytime running lights
LED Headlights
LED third brake light
M designation on front side panels, left and right in chrome
M Sport exterior styling
Preparation for high beam assistant
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Trapezoidal visible exhaust tailpipes
xDrive designation on tailgate

Interior Features

12V power socket in front and rear
3 seat bench in 2nd row
40/20/40 split folding rear seats with additional mechanism in luggage compartment
Anthracite headlining
Armrest - front and rear integrated door trim, centre console includes storage compartment, rear centre includes 2 cupholders
Child seat ISOFIX attachment with rear outer seats includes top tether
Cup holders (2 front and 2 rear)
Front and rear footwell lights
Front reading lights
Height and length adjustable steering column and activation via lateral lever on the steering column
Lockable glove compartment with light
M door sill finishers
M specific pedals
M specific velour floor mats
Multifunction controls for leather steering wheel
Rear headrests
Retractable luggage compartment dividing net
Single front passenger seat
Three spoke sport M leather steering wheel

Packs

Ambient lighting pack - 5 Series
Connected package professional - 5 Series
M Aerodynamic pack - 5 Series

Passive Safety

Airbags - driver/front passenger, rear and side, first and second row seats head airbags, front passenger seat airbag deactivation
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Automatic Stability Control (ASC)
Brake assist function
Brake energy regeneration
Cornering brake control (CBC)
Crash sensor activating central locking release, hazard warning lights, fuel cut off and interior lighting
Deformation zones - front and rear with door reinforcements and bumpers up to 2.5 mph
DSC - Dynamic Stability Control
Dynamic brake control
Dynamic Traction Control - DTC
Electromechanical parking brake with automatic drive away release and auto hold function
Electronic brake force distribution
Engine drag torque control
Front and rear brake discs with interior ventilation
Front head restraints with anti-whiplash
Hill start assist
M Sport brake in high gloss blue painted brake callipers with M designation
Mechanical child proof lock on rear doors
Passive protection for pedestrians
Rear door child safety locks
Side impact protection
Three point seat belts for all four seats
Two tone horn
Tyre pressure indicator
Warning triangle and first aid kit

Security

Alarm system (Thatcham 1) with remote control and electronic engine immobiliser
Locking wheel bolts

Emissions - ICE

CO	0.071
HC	0.008
NOx	0.01
Particles	0.0002
Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	180
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH	192
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL	180
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High	166
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEH	180
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEL	166
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High	154
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEH	168
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEL	154
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low	273
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEH	280
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEL	273
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium	184
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEH	195
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEL	184

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	2998
Compression Ratio	11.0:1
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	6
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	82
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	94.6
Engine Layout	NORTH SOUTH
Gears	8 SPEED
Number of Valves	24
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb	35.8
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH	33.6
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL	35.8
WLTP - MPG - Extra High	38.7
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH	35.8
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL	38.7
WLTP - MPG - High	41.5
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH	38.2
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL	42.2
WLTP - MPG - Low	23.5
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH	23
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL	23.5
WLTP - MPG - Medium	34.9
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH	32.8
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL	34.9

General

Generation Mark	7
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	44E
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	89
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	86
NCAP Safety Assist %	78
Service Interval Frequency - Months	24
Service Interval Mileage	18000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	5.2
Engine Power - BHP	333
Engine Power - RPM	5500
Engine Torque - NM	450
Engine Torque - RPM	1600
Top Speed	155 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	245/40 R19
Tyre Size Rear	275/35 R19
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	Y SPOKE STYLE 845 M
Wheel Type	19" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height (including roof rails)	1498 mm
Length	4963 mm
Wheelbase	2975 mm
Width	1868 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2126 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	68
Gross Vehicle Weight	2535 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)	1700 l
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	560 l
Max. Loading Weight	685 kg
Max. Roof Load	100
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	2000
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	1850 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	12.4 m

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