The BMW 5 Series.

Blurs the Distinction Between Luxury Cars and Raching Machines.

If a vehicle doesn't look dynamic, how are we supposed to believe that it drives dynamically?

You have to be able to both see and feel its character. The design of the BMW 5 Series resembles autobahn speeds even while standing still, proving its dynamic exterior character. And in the interior, dynamics and elegance are represented in one flowing movement from the instrument panel to the door. This can instantly be felt. All of the high-quality control elements are ergonomically positioned for a perfect fit as soon as you take a seat. And of course, an important ingredient for a dynamic drive is what's under the hood. With every new generation of engines, BMW engineers continue to push the boundaries as far as possible to increase dynamics and efficiency. The BMW 528i now offers 240 horsepower and 230 lb-ft of torque packed into BMW's legendary 3.0L inline-six.

How can you improve an engine that has already won six times at the Engine of the Year Awards?

With a Twin Scroll turbocharger, Valvetronic and direct injection for a start. The result: a BMW 535i with 300 hp, 300 lb-ft of torque across a wide speed range and silky smoothness. And with the eight-cylinder gasoline engine in the BMW 550i, you can exploit 400 hp or simply enjoy an impressive 450 lb-ft of torque starting at 1,750 rpm. And to top it off, a new eight-speed automatic transmission Steptronic not only ensures incredibly soft changes and reduces background noise at high speeds, it also significantly reduces fuel consumption.