MSRP: $44,600 - $58,800
Invoice: $41,210 - $54,275

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2008 BMW 5 Series Sedan

2008 BMW 5 Series Sedan Model Overview

Vehicle Summary: 2008 BMW 5 Series Sedan

Still the benchmark among sporty midsize luxury models, the BMW 5 Series Sedan offers six- and eight-cylinder engines, rear- or all-wheel drive, and a choice of automatic or manual transmissions. All versions provide top-notch handling and a ride that is sporty but not punishing. Despite debuting over four years ago, recent infusions of technology and power have kept the car fresh. Unfortunately, the 5 Series is still saddled with BMW's confounding iDrive system, which combines various dashboard controls into a single knob on the console. It also doesn't offer as much standard equipment as some competing models that cost less. That's the price you pay to drive a BMW.

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Lessons From the Master

The BMW 5 Series is what other midsize sedans aspire to be when they grow up.

Highs

  • Nimble handling
  • Expressive styling
  • Strong acceleration
  • BMW cachet

Lows

  • Confusing-to-operate iDrive control system
  • Some competing sedans have more standard equipment and cost less

What's New

  • 530i model is replaced by 535i, with a twin-turbo 300-hp six cylinder engine
  • Radar-based cruise control is optional
  • Lane-departure warning system vibrates steering wheel instead of beeping


Specs at a Glance:

Seating Capacity: 5
Available Engines: 3.0L I-6 24 valve DOHC direct gasoline injection,4.8L V-8 32 valve DOHC SMPI,3.0L I-6 24 valve DOHC SMPI
Drivetrains: XDrive full-time all-wheel drive,Rear-wheel drive
0-60 mph: N/A
Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 16/25 mpg,15/22 mpg,17/26 mpg,17/25 mpg,18/28 mpg
Standard Features: Power driver seat, Radio data system, Weather band radio, Brake assist, Driver front impact airbag, Passenger front impact airbag, Driver side impact airbag, Passenger side impact airbag, Overhead airbag, Electronic stability
Optional Equipment: Heated front seats, Heated rear seats, Split folding rear seat, Wireless connectivity, Lane departure warning, Rear side impact airbag
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2008 BMW 5 Series Sedan

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2008 BMW 5 Series Sedan 535xi

$52,000
3.0L I-6 24 valve DOHC direct gasoline injection, 300hp @ 5,800RPM, 6-spd manual w/overdrive, XDrive full-time all-wheel drive

2008 BMW 5 Series Sedan 550i

$58,800
4.8L V-8 32 valve DOHC SMPI, 360hp @ 6,300RPM, 6-spd manual w/overdrive, Rear-wheel drive

2008 BMW 5 Series Sedan 535i

$49,800
3.0L I-6 24 valve DOHC direct gasoline injection, 300hp @ 5,800RPM, 6-spd manual w/overdrive, Rear-wheel drive

2008 BMW 5 Series Sedan 528xi

$46,800
3.0L I-6 24 valve DOHC SMPI, 230hp @ 6,500RPM, 6-spd manual w/overdrive, XDrive full-time all-wheel drive

2008 BMW 5 Series Sedan 528i

$44,600
3.0L I-6 24 valve DOHC SMPI, 230hp @ 6,500RPM, 6-spd manual w/overdrive, Rear-wheel drive
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