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BMW
M5 Review
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The new 2008 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 2008 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 2008 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 2008 M5
differs very little from last year's model.
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BMW
M5 Specifications
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| Engine |
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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
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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
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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 |
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BMW
M5 Information
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| There is so much state of the art technology in the new 2008 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 2008 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 2008 BMW M5, including its optional 19 inch polished alloy wheels and tires. Offering new dimensions of power and performance, the new 2008 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 2008 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.
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M5 Engineering |
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The BMW
3-Series, the BMW 5-Series
and the BMW 7-Series are
among today's most revered models of any auto maker
the world over. The tradition of engineering excellence
combined with the stylish and often extravagant appointments
- its no wonder BMW's are so popular.
The BMW
M-Series is in a class all to its own. The BMW
M3 and the BMW M5 make
this a class distinguishable from all the rest. The
roadster class brings us the BMW
Z3, the BMW Z4 and of course
the BMW Z8 excitement! Our
last BMW entry is the BMW X5
sport utility vehicle. Alone in its class - it sets
new standards for the rest of the field. This is one
sport utility with allot of class!
Check
back periodically for the latest BMW M5 review information
and specs which we update monthly.
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