BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo

BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo

Manufacturer	BMW
Production	2009–
Assembly	Dingolfing, Germany
Class	Mid-size/executive car
Body style	5-door wagon/Liftback
Layout	FR layout
Engine	3.0L I6 4.4L V8 3.0L I6 Diesel
Transmission	8-speed automatic
Wheelbase	3,070 mm (120.9 in)
Length	4,998 mm (196.8 in)
Width	1,901 mm (74.8 in)
Height	1,559 mm (61.4 in)

The BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo (also referred to as the BMW 5 Series GT) is an executive or mid-size car from German manufacturer BMW, which was first displayed at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show as a concept car. It was designed by Christopher Weil. It is the first production-destined rendition for BMW's Progressive Activity Sedan (PAS) series of cars, its development code was F07.

The F07 platform provides a vehicle length traditionally found in a BMW 7 Series, but with the headroom found in a BMW X5. The F07 also features a unique "bi-modal" trunk, similar to the Twin Door concept on the Škoda Superb, which may be opened in a traditional car like fashion, or the entire hatch may be open in a traditional SUV fashion for larger objects.

The F07 Gran Turismo shares the same F01 7 Series-derived platform, powertrain, mechanical package, and dashboard with the F10 sedan. However the F07's fascia has different headlights and bumper, with a larger split-kidney grille similar to that of the F01 7 Series. The F07 also has a taller height resulting in a higher center of gravity, its longer length allows for more rear legroom, the rear passenger accommodation has optional "Executive" bucket seats for two instead of the three-seat bench, and it weights 400 pounds heavier compared to the F10. The F07 also features frame-less doors and a double-pane liftgate trunk.

On January 30, 2009 BMW released a video "BMW Concept: Scribble Video". The video was the first public introduction into the thought process behind the design of the progressive activity vehicle series and the upcoming 5 GT.

It launched as a 2010 model, with a price ranging from $57,500 to $99,170 in United States, during the fourth quarter of 2009. It is unknown if the car will feature an M variant.

Technology and equipment

The models include 8-speed automatic transmission, and BMW EfficientDynamics regenerative braking. Dynamic Drive Control with optional Adaptive Drive added COMFORT setting in addition to NORMAL, SPORT and SPORT+ modes, with reduced stability control intervention in the SPORT+ setting and in the traction mode.

The cargo capacity is increased to 590 litres (1,700 litres with folded rear seats). Other features include LED daytime driving lights. Optional features include 4-zone automatic air conditioning (standard in BMW 550i Gran Turismo), telecommunication and navigation systems, a USB port, a 80 GB hard disc for navigation data and music collection, a multi-channel audio system, a DAB double tuner, a DVD entertainment system at the rear, a Head-Up Display, a panorama glass roof, an electrically swivelling trailer hook.

In the 5er GT - partly against surcharge - are several driver assistance systems how:

• Adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go feature
• Blind Spot Information System,
• Lane departure warning system,
• Night vision
• Head-Up Display,
• Integral Active Steering (rear wheel steering)
• Rear view camera,
• Sideview (two cameras in the front bumper that look to the left and right)
• Topview (of the two additional cameras in the exterior mirrors, the side-view cameras, reversing camera and sensors from the PDC to create an overall picture of the vehicle and its environment, and show it from the air) and
• a speed limit display. For this, a camera will check street signs with speed limits. These are displayed in the speedometer, as well as head-up display.

Design and style

BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo (2009), rear view.

The 5 GT has dimensions mimicking in length the 7 Series, a height and trunk space slightly more than the 5 Series wagon, and headroom comparable to the BMW X5. It also features design cues from the BMW CS Concept, as well as new designs indicative of upcoming models. The vehicle has a coupe-like roofline, elevated seating, and a "bi-modal" trunk which operates like a sedan or a traditional SUV. For the first time on a 4-door BMW, the 5 GT features frameless doors. The headlights contain the new LED Corona rings slanted at an angle and extending into the fenders.

F07 models

The first production versions launched as 2010 models during the fourth quarter of 2009. The first three models released and their respective engine specifications were:

Models	Engine	Power	torque@rpm	acceleration (0-100 km/h)	top speed
535i Gran Turismo	2,979 cc (2.979 L; 181.8 cu in) I6 turbo	306 PS (225 kW; 302 hp)@5800	400 N·m (300 lb·ft)@1200–5000	6.3s	250 km/h (160 mph)
550i Gran Turismo	4,395 cc (4.395 L; 268.2 cu in) V8 twin turbo	408 PS (300 kW; 402 hp)@5500-6400	600 N·m (440 lb·ft)@1750–4500	5.5s	250 km/h (160 mph)
530d Gran Turismo	2,993 cc (2.993 L; 182.6 cu in) I6 turbo common-rail diesel	245 PS (180 kW; 242 hp)@4000	540 N·m (400 lb·ft)@1750–3000	6.9s	240 km/h (150 mph)
535d Gran Turismo	2,993 cc (2.993 L; 182.6 cu in) I6 biturbo common-rail diesel	300 PS (220 kW; 300 hp)@4400	600 N·m (440 lb·ft)@1500–2500	6.1s	250 km/h (160 mph)

Transmissions

Model	Type
535i Gran Turismo	8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP transmission)
550i Gran Turismo	8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP transmission)
530d Gran Turismo	8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP transmission)

External links

• BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo Official global site
• Official video produced by BMW
• BMW 5 Series GT details