![]() ![]() Standard safety equipment includes stability control, antilock disc brakes, front-seat side airbags and front and rear side curtain airbags. However, the 535i xDrive wagon drops to 16/24/19 with the automatic, and the 550i returns 15/23/18 mpg. Fuel economy is very good in the 528i (18 mpg city/27 mpg highway and 21 mpg combined with the automatic) and almost the same in the 535i sedan (17/26/20 mpg), with only a minimal penalty if xDrive is added. The 550i is fleeter still, completing the same sprint in 5.4 seconds with a stick shift. We clocked a 535i with the manual transmission at 5.8 seconds from zero to 60 mph. Performance is adequate even in the base 528i, but for those who care about moving swiftly, the 535i won't disappoint. All three engines come with a standard six-speed manual or an optional a six-speed automatic. The sedans are rear-wheel drive by default, but the 528i and 535i sedans can be equipped with all-wheel drive. The 550i has a 4.8-liter V8 under its hood good for 360 hp and 360 lb-ft of torque. The 535i gets a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 that pumps out 300 hp and 300 lb-ft of torque. The 528i comes with a 3.0-liter inline-6 that produces 230 horsepower and 200 pound-feet of torque. So although the end is near, the 2010 BMW 5 Series still does things its way. But the 5 Series has faced them all and stood tall, continuing to be a favorite among our editors and shoppers alike. As such, the fully redesigned Mercedes E-Class, the sleek-looking Jaguar XF and even the very impressive Hyundai Genesis are worth close looks. Also, its standard steering may be too stiff for some drivers. Yet it is certainly pricey, and its advanced age has put it behind the electronic times in a few areas. The strong engines, along with an ideal ride/handling balance, spacious interior and impressive build quality are still the 5 Series' core strengths. In fact, the 535i is only a few tenths slower to 60 mph than the V8-powered 550i, while returning only 1 mpg less combined than the 528i. This torque-rich engine pulls hard from low in its rev range and effortlessly gets this BMW up to speed. Its twin-turbocharged inline-6 endows it with an ideal blend of seamless power and respectable fuel efficiency. Of all these, the 535i would certainly be our pick. Other than those updates, the 2010 5 Series continues to consist of the 528i, 535i and 550i sedans and 535i xDrive wagon. We suggest opting for the navigation system, which includes the higher-resolution screen and improved iDrive menus found in the all-new 7 Series. ![]() For 2010, all 5 Series thankfully get the latest iDrive knob and accompanying menu buttons, but without navigation, the same old convoluted menu structure remains. Regrets? The 5 has a few, but the most worthy to mention is iDrive, which has been harped on endlessly since its introduction in the early 2000s. Indeed, while newer competitors have surpassed this segment's elder statesman in certain areas, the 5 remains one of the finest vehicles in the world to travel each and every highway. ![]() With a completely redesigned model just a year away, the latest 5 is facing its final curtain, but does so while still remaining a top choice for a premium midsize luxury sedan. Like Frank Sinatra singing "My Way," the 2010 BMW 5 Series is looking at the tail end of its career. ![]()
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