BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo

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BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo
Overview
ManufacturerBMW
Production2009–2017
AssemblyDingolfing, Germany
DesignerChristopher Weil[1]
Body and chassis
Body style5-door Fastback
LayoutFR layout,
F4 layout
RelatedBMW 5 Series (F10)
BMW 7 Series (F01)[2]
Powertrain
EnginePetrol:
3.0 L N55 turbo I6
4.4 L N63 turbo V6
Diesel:
2.0 L N47 turbo
3.0 L N57 turbo I6
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,070 mm (120.9 in)
Length4,998 mm (196.8 in)
Width1,901 mm (74.8 in)
Height1,559 mm (61.4 in)
Curb weight1,990 kg (4,387.2 lb) - 2,215 kg (4,883.2 lb)[3]

The BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo (also referred to as "5 Series GT") models are the 5-door fastback versions of the F10 5 Series model range and use the model code F07. The F07 uses the F10 platform and shares many components with the other 5 Series models. It was released in 2009.

Engine choices were turbocharged straight-6 petrol, straight-6 diesel and V8 petrol. At launch, all models were rear-wheel drive ("sDrive"), with all-wheel drive ("xDrive") models being added in 2010.

For the following G30 generation, the Gran Turismo models were moved to the 6 Series model range and renamed the G32 6 Series Gran Turismo.[4]

Development and launch

On 30 January 2009, BMW released a video called "BMW Concept: Scribble Video", which outlined the thought process behind the design of the upcoming 5 Series GT.[5][6]

The 5 Series GT was introduced as the BMW Concept 5 Series Gran Turismo at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.[7][8][9] The rear seats on the concept version are two folding bucket seats separated by a center console,[10][11] whereas the production model has three rear seats (although an option called "executive class seating" reverts to two rear seats). The concept version has 21-inch wheels and a paint colour called "Fluid Cuprite".

The production version of the 5 Series GT was unveiled at the 2009 International Motor Show Germany in Frankfurt[12] and sales began in the fourth quarter of 2009.[13][14] In most countries the 5 Series GT was sold alongside previous generation E60/E61 5 Series sedan and wagon/estate models, therefore the 5 Series GT was the first model released of the F07/F10/F11 5 Series generation. In the United States, the 5 Series wagon models were discontinued after 2010, therefore the 5 Series GT is considered a replacement for the wagon.[15]

Body

BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo

The design is similar in length to the 7 Series, has a height and trunk space that is slightly larger than the 5 Series (E61) wagon, and headroom comparable to the BMW X5.[16] The vehicle has a coupe-like roofline, elevated seating, and a unique "bi-modal" trunk which operates like a sedan or a traditional SUV. For the first time on a 4-door BMW, the 5 Series GT features frameless doors.

The F07 platform of the 5 Series GT provides a vehicle length traditionally found in a BMW 7 Series, but with the headroom found in the BMW X5 crossover SUV. It has taller proportions than traditional fastback sedans.[17] 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.[18] Autoblog has suggested that similar vehicles include the Mercedes-Benz R-Class and the Lincoln MKT.[19] Edmunds Insideline has suggested that BMW has designed the 5 Series GT as "sedan-style utility" while the BMW X6 fastback crossover SUV (released the year before, in 2008 as a 2009 model) was meant as a "coupe-style utility".[15]

The 5 Series Gran Turismo, despite being badged as part of the midsize 5 Series lineup, has been described by Edmunds Insideline as a "7 Series Hatchback in Reality". This is as the GT's 120.7-inch (3,070 mm) wheelbase, 63.4-inch (1,610 mm) front track and 65.1-inch (1,650 mm) rear track are shared with the full-size short wheelbase 7 Series (F01), giving the GT considerably larger dimensions than the 5 Series (F10).[15][20] Indeed, the F07 5 Series GT shares design cues with that of the F01 7 Series; notably the shape of the headlights flanking a larger split-kidney grille, as well as its rear "L"-shaped taillights with a chrome reflector strip. The 2010 BMW 550i GT weighs in at 4,938 pounds (2,240 kg), which is 400 pounds (180 kg) heavier than the 2009 BMW 750i, and consequently the 550i GT's driving dynamics suffer compared to the 2009 BMW 750i and 2009 BMW X6 xDrive50i, despite sharing the same 4.4 L biturbo V8 engine.[19]

Equipment

EfficientDynamics features include regenerative braking, active aerodynamics, low resistance tyres, intelligent lightweight design, intelligent energy management. 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, an 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.[21]

In the 5 Series GT, there are several optional driver assistance systems:

The headlights contain the new LED Corona rings slanted at an angle and extending into the fenders.

The BMW 5 Series GT is roughly US$3,000 more than the equivalent BMW 5 Series sedan, being priced comparably to a similarly equipped BMW X5 midsize crossover SUV, and significantly less expensive than the BMW 7 Series.

The F07 Gran Turismo shares the same F01 7 Series-derived platform, powertrain, mechanical package, and dashboard with the upcoming F10 5 Series. However, their front fascia has different headlights and bumper air intakes, while their taillights also differ. 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 weighs 400 pounds (180 kg) heavier compared to the F10. The F07 also features frame-less doors and a double-pane liftgate trunk.[22][23]

Transmissions

All models include 8-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic function.[24]

Models

Pre-facelift

Year 2009 to current F07 (535 GT) using N55B30 The 2,979cc six-cylinder powerplant features for the first time High Precision Injection and variable Valvetronic valve management combined with the single twin-scroll turbocharger. Instead of using two small turbochargers like other models in BMW, it uses one large turbocharger with a dual scroll system.

Petrol engines
Model Years Engine code Power Torque 0–100 km/h
(s)		 Top speed
535i 2009– N55B30 306 PS (225 kW)@5800 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft)@1200–5000 6.3 249 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
535i xDrive 2010– N55B30 306 PS (225 kW)@5800 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft)@1200–5000 6.3 249 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
550i 2009– N63B44 407 PS (299 kW)@5500–6400 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft)@1750–4500 5.1 249 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
550i xDrive 2010– N63B44 407 PS (299 kW)@5500–6400 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft)@1750–4500 5.1 249 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
Diesel engines
Model Years Engine code Power Torque 0–100 km/h
(s)		 Top speed
530d 2009– N57D30 245 PS (180 kW)@4000 540 N⋅m (398 lb⋅ft)@1750–3000 6.9 240 km/h (149 mph)
530d xDrive 2010– N57D30 245 PS (180 kW)@4000 540 N⋅m (398 lb⋅ft)@1750–3000 6.9 235 km/h (146 mph)
535d 2010– N57D30 300 PS (221 kW)@4400 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft)@1500–2500 6.1 249 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
535d xDrive 2010– N57D30 300 PS (221 kW)@4400 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft)@1500–2500 6.0 249 km/h (155 mph) (limited)

Post-facelift

Petrol engines
Model Years Engine code Power Torque 0–100 km/h
(s)		 Top speed
535i 2012– N55B30 306 PS (225 kW)@5800 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft)@1200–5000 6.3 250 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
535i xDrive 2012– N55B30 306 PS (225 kW)@5800 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft)@1200–5000 6.3 250 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
550i 2012– N63B44 450 PS (331 kW)@5500 650 N⋅m (479 lb⋅ft)@2000–4500 5.0 250 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
550i xDrive 2012– N63B44 450 PS (331 kW)@5500 650 N⋅m (479 lb⋅ft)@2000–4500 4.8 250 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
Diesel engines
Model Years Engine code Power Torque 0–100 km/h
(s)		 Top speed
520d 2012– N47D20 184 PS (135 kW)@4000 380 N⋅m (280 lb⋅ft)@1750 8.9 – 9.2 213 km/h (132 mph)
530d 2012– N57D30 258 PS (190 kW)@4000 560 N⋅m (413 lb⋅ft)@1500 6.2 245 km/h (152 mph)
530d xDrive 2012– N57D30 258 PS (190 kW)@4000 560 N⋅m (413 lb⋅ft)@1500 6.2 242 km/h (150 mph)
535d 2012– N57D30 313 PS (230 kW)@4300 630 N⋅m (465 lb⋅ft)@1500 5.7 250 km/h (155 mph) (limited)
535d xDrive 2012– N57D30 313 PS (230 kW)@4300 630 N⋅m (465 lb⋅ft)@1500 5.6 250 km/h (155 mph) (limited)

xDrive Gran Turismo (2010–)

550i xDrive Gran Turismo was unveiled in Auto China Beijing 2010.

Sales of 530d xDrive and 550i xDrive began in June 2010, followed by 535d xDrive and 535i xDrive in September 2010.[25]

5 series Gran Turismo Trussardi (2011–)

It is a version designed by Trussardi style office for Italian market. It included Heraldic Brown body colour with matte dark gray accents on the strip surrounding the front air intake and other trim parts, double-spoke 20-inch dark matte grey alloy wheels with 245/40 and 275/35 tires, Trussardi logos, body-coloured double kidney grilles, window line decorations, Trussardi's coat of arms on the front fenders, Beige leather interior upholstery with contrasting stitching.

Originally the 530d xDrive had been built, but the Trussardi cars could be ordered for 535d, 535i and 550i models.[26][27]

2012 update

New models include 520d. All models except 535i includes engine power boost. VALVETRONIC intake CVVT valve management becomes standard on all gasoline engine models.[28]

Additional EfficientDynamics features include BMW EfficientDynamics Display, automatic engine start/stop, ECO PRO driving mode, electromechanical power steering, on-demand operation of ancillary units.

Production

Only 720 5GTs were sold in the United States in the first 4 months of 2011, with total 2,848 units sold in 2010.[29]

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