BMW 520I REVIEW FREE ON CURVY

The seventh gen 5 Series is here to reclaim its reputation, or at least some of it. Performance: (3/5) The 520i shares the same design engine as the '525i and. Negatives: Sluggish low rev takeoff, overly complicated controls, buying / running / maintenance costs. Positives: Refinement, comfort, road presents, motorway power, build quality, chassis, exclusivity. A full in-depth review of an e39 2001 BMW 520i. Find out how it drives and what features set the BMW 520i apart from its main rivals.BMW 520i review.

Rounding out the initial crop of models are the 530e plug-in hybrid ($51,400) and a higher performance M550i xDrive ($72,100), both coming this spring. The 530i ($51,200) has new turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder that can hit 60 mph in 5.8 seconds the 540i ($56,450) packs a new turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 that churns 35 more horsepower (for a total of 335 hp), sweeping to 60 mph in as little as 4.7 seconds. Those who prefer a more imposing presence might think the 5-Series is right-sized for solo driving.The performance, true to BMW tradition, comes in too many varieties to keep straight. Traditionalists who pine for ergonomic minimalism will find it too large, unless they happen to be hauling around four passengers. Taking its place are diamond-quilted hides, rich woods, and tasteful streaks of matte aluminum.

Bmw 520I Review Free On Curvy

Try to cruise hands-free on curvy roads at 40 or 50 mph and the car pinballs within the lane, bouncing between the double yellow and the side of the road.Best to leave the driving to the driver. If youвЂ™re away from your ride, you can do the viewing remotely via your cell phoneвЂ™s BMW Connected App.The 5 Series even drives itself, at least in slow-moving traffic. Want an outside view of your vehicle without the labor of turning your neck? Use 3D Surround View for a live perspective on your immediate surroundings, complete with easy-to-spin pan views through gesture control or the touch sensitive nav screen. CanвЂ™t be bothered to maneuver into or out of a tight spot? Use the key fob touchscreen and watch curbside while your 5 Series does the parking.