2010 BMW M5 is a potent 4 door 5 passenger performance driving machine
The new 2009 2010 BMW M5 is a potent 4 door 5 passenger performance driving machine. It is perhaps the finest luxury sports sedan ever developed. BMW M5 is quite a ride even as a sedan. Driving a new 2009 2010 BMW M5, you quickly realize that you are driving one of the world’s most powerful automobiles.
This claim can be substantiated by revealing the 2009 2010 BMW M5’s performance specs. The new M5 is equipped with an 5.0 liter, v-8 engine that develops a horsepower of 394@6600 and torque of 368@3800 that is harnessed with a 6-speed manual transmission to keep your hand on all that power. The 2009 2010 M5 differs very little from last year’s model.
BMW M5 Specifications:
Engine
4.9L displacement double overhead cam (DOHC)
V8 cylinder configuration gas engine
32 valves variable valve timing
394 hp @ 6600 rpm 368 ft-lbs. @ 3800 rpm
premium unleaded fuel
DriveTrain
6-speed manual transmission rear wheel drive
rear limited slip differential
Exterior Features
alloy rims 18 x 9.5 in. rims
18 x 8.0 in. front rims P275/35ZR18 tires
P245/40ZR18 front tires performance tires
fullsize spare tire alloy spare wheel
variable intermittent rain sensing wipers power glass sunroof
rear defogger
Exterior Features
rear spoiler
Safety Features and Ratings
front and rear ventilated disc brakes 4-wheel ABS
emergency braking assist traction control
stability control front side-mounted airbags
front and rear head airbags front seatbelt pretensioners
rear door child safety locks child seat anchors
emergency interior trunk release rear center 3-point belt
2 front headrests 3 rear headrests
remote antitheft alarm system engine immobilizer
daytime running lights xenon high intensity discharge headlamps
headlamp high pressure washers front fog lights
Front Seats
5 person total seating capacity sport front seats
leather upholstery 16-way power driver seat
height adjustable driver seat driver seat with adjustable lumbar support
heated driver seat 16-way power passenger seat
height adjustable passenger seat passenger seat with adjustable lumbar support
heated passenger seat
Rear Seats
bench rear seat folding center armrest
Power Features
remote power door locks power windows
4 one-touch power windows power mirrors
heated mirrors exterior automatic dimming electrochromatic mirrors
reverse tilt passenger mirror provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Convenience
cruise control speed-proportional power steering
tilt and telescopic steering wheel audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
front and rear cupholders remote trunk release
front and rear door pockets front seatback storage
cargo net front console with storage
universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.) retained accessory power
Comfort
dual zone climate controls - driver and passenger interior active charcoal air filter
electrochromatic inside rearview mirror front and rear reading lights
dual illuminating vanity mirrors leather-wrapped steering wheel
front and rear floor mats
Memorized settings
memorized settings for 3 drivers memorized settings includes driver seat
memorized settings includes steering wheel memorized settings includes exterior mirrors
BMW M5 Information
There is so much state of the art technology in the new 2009 2010 BMW M5 that this will begin to sound like a technical manual rather that a review. BMW uses double-Vanos variable valve timing to maximize power and fuel efficiency all through the RPM range while reducing emissions. The power plant of the new 2009 2010 BMW M5 is a 32 valve aluminum 90 degree engine harnessed through a 6-speed transmission and a heavy duty clutch.
Pulling our heads out from under the hood, we can also enjoy the luxury exterior of the 2009 2010 BMW M5, including its optional 19 inch polished alloy wheels and tires. Offering new dimensions of power and performance, the new 2009 2010 BMW M5 is the future of high performance sports sedans. Engineered and designed with characteristic understated elegance, the BMW M5 pushes the envelope of the luxury sedan concept. The M5 is designed with confidence and smooth aerodynamic style. The sloping front end and stabilizing rear contour help keep the 2009 2010 BMW M5 stuck to the road and rolling straight.
BMW is known for its safety and performance enhancing features, such as the Emergency Reduced Engine Power which allows operation with cylinder shutdown up to 62-mph. Safety features include: dual stage driver airbag, door mounted front side airbags, and passenger airbag cutoff sensor activated by passenger weight. Many of these features were originated by BMW, and on the new BMW M5 are standard or optional features.