New Century BMW of Alhambra, CA is your BMW Dealership for the All New 2010 BMW M5.

Read below for more detailed information on the 2010 BMW M5: BMW M5 Sedan

 

 

That's hard to say about a car that packs a scintillating 5.0-liter V10 pumping out 500 horsepower. Acceleration is invigorating, to say the least, and autobahn speeds are achieved without a drop of sweat. This is a supremely fast car that likes going supremely fast. Interestingly, the full 500 hp is only available when selected by the driver using the MDrive performance settings. The default setting is 400 hp -- the same output as the previous M5's V8 -- which sort of seems like dating Scarlett Johansson and asking her to wear a muumuu. Nonetheless, keeping those 100 extra horses at bay should help prevent the average driver from overdoing things on the way to the grocery store. Rear-wheel drive, 500 hp and a free-revving V10 with an 8,250 redline can be a volatile combination.

Speaking of simpler, BMW has made the standard iDrive electronics interface a more user-friendly piece of technology starting halfway through the 2010 model year. We strongly suggest waiting to get one of these cars. You'll be able to tell the difference between the two systems by the new design's menu buttons for frequently used functions (stereo, navigation, telephone) that are now adjacent to the control knob. Redesigned menus are also more logically arranged now, while the navigation system features a hard drive and real-time traffic information.

 

Style Comparisons

The 2010 BMW M5 is a high-performance variant of the midsize 5 Series luxury sedan. Standard equipment on its lone trim level includes 19-inch wheels; performance tires; adaptive xenon headlamps; front and rear parking sensors; M sport settings; auto-dimming mirrors; a sunroof; dual-zone automatic climate control; a power tilt-and-telescoping steering column; heated front seats; power sport seats with power-adjustable side bolsters, headrests and thigh supports; front-seat memory; leather upholstery; iDrive electronics interface; navigation system with real-time traffic and voice commands; Bluetooth and a 13-speaker Logic7 surround-sound system with a CD player.

Options include soft-close automatic doors, keyless ignition and entry, fold-down rear seats, upgraded power front seats, a power rear sunshade and manual rear side shades, extended leather trim, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, a head-up display, an upgraded sound system, satellite radio, HD radio and an iPod interface.

Trim Engine Trans. Wheels Audio System Seating MSRP Current Vehicle: 4dr Sedan (5.0L 10cyl 7AM) N/A 7-speed automated manual transmission N/A     $85,500

Powertrains and Performance

The 2008 M5 boasts a high-revving 5.0-liter V10 that generates a maximum 500 hp at 7,750 rpm and 383 pound-feet of torque at 6,100 rpm. Sending power to the rear wheels is the standard seven-speed sequential manual gearbox (SMG), an automated-clutch manual that can be placed in a fully automatic mode or operated manually via the gearshift lever or steering-wheel-mounted paddles. A six-speed traditional manual transmission is a no-cost option.

In performance testing, the SMG-equipped M5 went from zero to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds, while a manual-equipped car did the same sprint in 4.7 seconds. Estimated fuel economy is 11 mpg city/17 mpg highway and 13 mpg combined with both transmissions.

Dimensions
Exterior
Length: 191.5 in.	Width: 72.7 in.
Height: 57.8 in.	Wheel Base: 113.7 in.
Curb Weight: 4012 lbs.	Gross Weight: 5071 lbs.
Interior
Front Head Room: 37.7 in.	Front Shoulder Room: 57.3 in.
Rear Head Room: 37.8 in.	Rear Shoulder Room: 57.2 in.
Front Leg Room: 41.5 in.	Rear Leg Room: 36 in.
Luggage Capacity/Maximum Cargo Capacity: 14 cu. ft.	Maximum Seating: 5
Performance Data
Performance
Acceleration (0-60 mph): 4.8 sec.	Braking Distance (60-0 mph): 111.7 ft.
Base Number of Cylinders: 10	Base Engine Size: 5 liters
Base Engine Type: V10	Horsepower: 500 hp
Max Horsepower: 7750 rpm	Torque: 383 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 6100 rpm	Drive Type: RWD
Turning Circle: 40.7 ft.

 

Fuel Data

Fuel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.5 gal.
EPA Mileage Estimates: (City/Highway)
Manual: 11 mpg / 17 mpg Automatic: : 11 mpg / 17 mpg
Range in Miles: (City/Highway)
Automatic: 203.5 mi../ 314.5 mi. Manual: 203.5 mi. / 314.5 mi

Safety

Standard safety equipment on the 2010 BMW M5 includes stability control, full-length side curtain airbags and front-seat side airbags. Rear-seat side airbags and active head restraints are optional.

Safety Features
Antilock Brakes: Standard	Four Wheel Antilock Brakes: Standard
Depowered Airbag: Standard	Passenger Airbag: Standard
Head Airbag: Standard	Side Airbag: Standard
Child Safety Seats: Not Available	Traction Control: Standard
Stability Control: Standard

Interior Design and Special Features

Build and materials quality inside the M5 are outstanding, and the commodious backseat makes this an easy car to live with every day. The standard 16-way-adjustable front seats are superb, while the two available seat upgrades give the M5 some of the best seats presently for sale, in both comfort and adjustability.

 

 

 

 Source: www.edmunds.com