BMW F10 – a benchmark of beauty and power in its class, considered a benchmark by many car enthusiasts. This is the sixth generation of the BMW 5 Series. The premium-class car was released in 2010. The German concern worked for four years on the creation of this car project. What makes the BMW F10 so unique?
Equipment and Features of BMW F10
The main feature and attraction of the car is the presence of a special iDrive system, even included in the basic configuration. This system not only makes the car easy to handle in any maneuver but also allows you to customize it down to the smallest details.
This option starts from the operation of the car stereo and ends with the door's fit. This is a breakthrough in creating comfort and coziness in the car. In 2010, there were no analogs to this system, and all versions created by other concerns later are more like a Chinese copy of iDrive.
This option also allows for quick and physical-free adjustment of the front seats. You can independently adjust the tilt and height of each detail, or trust the system to find the optimal position on its own.
Another unique feature is the presence of dual-zone climate control. There is also an additional function of pedestrian recognition by the night vision system. Tests have shown that in complete darkness, it can detect movement at a distance of 300 meters, which is very impressive considering that a person in the same conditions can only see a pedestrian at a distance of no more than 30 meters.
Specifications
The BMW 5-series F10 is available on the market with 6 different engines, including 2 diesels and 4 petrol. Among the petrol engines, two variants are additionally equipped with turbochargers, making them very powerful compared to their peers.
Starting with the least powerful among this series, the BMW 523i remains equipped with a 2.5-liter six-cylinder engine with a power of 204 hp. It takes less than 8.5 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km.
Next in power is the BMW 528i, with a 3.0-liter engine, 258 hp. Acceleration figures are 6.7 seconds to 100 km, the only significant difference being higher fuel consumption and less effort during acceleration moments.
Next in power is the BMW 535i, with a 3.0-liter engine and 300 hp. The turbocharger significantly increases speed and maneuverability even at high engine speeds.
The most agile model among the turbocharged petrol BMW 550i has a V8 engine, the turbocharger allows it to boast 407 hp to the world. However, the concern deemed this insufficient, and in 2013 a facelift occurred, after which the 550i with 445 hp appeared.
The diesel variants 525d and 530d are less exciting but still have sufficient power – 204 hp and 245 hp respectively. The engine volumes are around 2.9 liters.
The transmission in all models is six-speed manual, and the automatic transmission is eight-speed. A feature of the model range is the increased size of the brake discs, contributing to greater manageability and maneuverability.
The standard package includes an energy recuperation system created during braking. Compared to its predecessors in the E60 series, these cars already have a 55% increased body rigidity, confirmed by numerous crash tests.
The suspension adapts to road conditions and the speed of the car, thanks to constant measurement of external parameters. This greatly simplifies the driving process, making it as comfortable as possible.
General technical specifications are also noteworthy:
TH:
- Engine: V6 3.0 turbocharged petrol
- Volume: 2996 cc
- Power: 258 hp
- Torque: 310 Nm
Valves: 24v
Acceleration figures:
- 0 – 100 km/h: 6.7 sec
- Maximum speed: 250 km/h
- Average fuel consumption: 7.8 L
- Fuel tank capacity: 70 L
Body:
- Dimensions: 4899mm*1860mm*1464 mm
- Wheelbase: 2968 mm
- Curb weight: 1710 kg
- Ground clearance: 141 mm
Exterior of BMW F10
The all-wheel-drive five-seat sedan belongs to the E-class of cars. It is the highest model in the average class. It is spacious and roomy. The debut took place in 2009, and by 2013, a facelift version was already presented, where only the bumpers, air intakes were changed, and the design of the lights became well-defined.
The model received 4 new colors and new variations of alloy wheels.
Now drivers can choose acceptable variants for themselves:
- Luxury Line.
- Modern Line.
You can purchase a car not only with a transformed external appearance but also with an individually selected set of functions.
Car enthusiasts are offered:
- LED fog lights;
- door handle lighting;
- 18-inch wheels.
In the luxury version of the BMW F10, car enthusiasts will get chrome decor and anthracite wood trim.
In the Modern Line, there is matte chrome decor and a salon under the «dark pearl».
A novelty is the presence of xenon headlights in the base model. The body of the base model is mainly made of aluminum alloys.
These include:
- doors;
- hood;
- body panels;
- suspension.
The BMW F10 has received an elegant sporty design.
All cars of this model are designed as constructions:
- with long wheelbases.
- with long smooth hoods.
- with short front and rear overhangs. These are sedan body cars.
The coupe car modifications with identical body layouts. With graceful rooflines, allowing them to stand out among competitors.
The cars are designed with balanced proportions and structural features. This applies to both parts of the car.
- The grille is slightly tilted forward.
- The line passing through the hood and stylish, elegant side lines are connected to the massive rear part.
This is the aesthetic view of the BMW F10.
Equipment
Thanks to modern functions, excellent atmosphere, and unique style, with a clear focus, pleasant impressions of the trip are guaranteed for both the driver and passengers.
The BMW F10 car offers high dynamics, exceptional comfort, advanced transmission and suspension technologies. Here, dynamic trip mode control is provided, so the suspension can be set according to the owner's requirements.
The sedan's base package includes Adaptive Drive function.
This combines subsystems:
- Dynamic Damper Control.
- Integral Active Steering.
- Dynamic Drive stability.
The Connected Drive system includes parking assistance, cruise control, night vision system, collision warning.
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The updated Comfort Access system has prepared an automatic trunk drive for car enthusiasts, which opens/closes the trunk. To operate the drive, foot movement under the bumper is required.
For an additional fee, you can install:
- acoustic system;
- entertainment system for rear passengers, in the form of tablet displays;
- color-adjustable lighting;
- cameras in: side mirrors, rear and front bumpers;
- adaptive headlights;
- night vision system;
- projection display.
There is computer control everywhere in the car. For example, the dynamic control monitors the sensor readings and collects wheel information. After processing the information, dynamic adjustment of the shock absorber stiffness occurs, which adapts to the road surface.
The iDrive system helps customize all car options.
- Increases comfort and gives the driver confidence in car handling.
- Maximum wheel traction with road surface.
- Front seats are adjusted with lateral support and electric drive.
- Dual-zone climate control. Upon the buyer's request, it can be replaced with quad-zone.
Regarding the vision mechanism, which shows the picture on the central ten-inch display
A test drive was conducted for this option. The equipment recognized a person at night. The distance to him is about 300 meters.
As an additional option, there is a door closure assist mechanism, also known as a door closer.
The option is responsible for passenger safety. When closing the doors, there is no need to slam them. The door closes until the first click of the lock, and then the system completes the process.
You can use electronically controlled shock absorbers, rear wheel steering suspension if you purchase the rear-wheel-drive version of the car.
Also, you can purchase the Active Protection safety package. Thanks to it, driver fatigue is recognized. If there is a threat of an accident, the seat belts tighten, the front seat backs are lowered to the vertical position, windows, sunroof are closed.
Transmission of BMW F10
In the BMW F10 car, the qualities of a sports car and high comfort are combined. In all versions, the new sedan has an eight-speed automatic transmission and in the base versions a six-speed manual.
Technical Features of the BMW 5-series F10
Instead of the 407 horsepower petrol engine of the V8, the 450 engine came. Diesel engines have expanded their lineup. A 2-liter engine with 143 horsepower appeared.
