Car "BMW F10" (BMW F10): specifications, test drive, photo. BMW f10 specifications review description photo video Interior equipment and BMW equipment

Sales market: Russia.

The sixth generation of the BMW 5 Series was introduced in November 2009. From now on, the sedan received the designation F10. Changes in this generation have affected the suspension - the front is now double wishbones (a similar design is used on the BMW 7 Series), the rear suspension is multi-link. Externally, the car adheres to the accepted corporate line of BMW. It is built on the same platform as the BMW 7 Series F01, so compared to the previous generation it has become longer, wider and lower. For Russian buyers of the BMW 5 Series, a wide range of engines is offered with seven engine options, including four petrol and three diesel. Among other things, not only rear-wheel drive versions are offered, but also all-wheel drive modifications.

The respectability of the BMW 5 Series sedan is emphasized by the initially high level of equipment of the most inexpensive version of the 520i, where there are 17" alloy wheels, bi-xenon low and high beam headlights with washers, front and rear fog lights, electrically adjustable rear-view mirrors, LED direction indicators and heating , leather-wrapped steering wheel, multi-function steering wheel, separating armrests front and rear, heated front seats with electric height and back tilt adjustment, cruise control, climate control, rain and light sensors, an on-board computer and a satellite anti-theft system. Auto Start Stop and Brake Energy Regeneration.Interior Lighting Package includes two vanity mirror lights, two footwell lights, four open door lights, taillights for rear interior lighting, and luggage compartment and glove box lighting. equipment that can be added to this wealth, it should be noted, first of all, sports seats or especially comfortable front seats equipped with an increased number of electric adjustments, as well as a fatigue prevention function and active ventilation; 10.2-inch multifunctional instrument display using Black Panel technology; comfort lighting, including illumination of the center console shelf, door pockets and trims, door handles, exterior lighting in the door handles and illumination of the entrance / exit area.

Gasoline engines offered for the BMW 5 Series include: N63 (4.4-litre twin-turbo 8-cylinder), N55 (3-litre inline-6 ​​turbo) and two variants of N53 (2-litre, 245 or 184 hp). Diesel: two N57 variants (3 liters, 313 or 258 hp) and a 2-liter N47 engine. The engines are accompanied by an 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission, which provides high shifting and driving comfort due to close gear ratios and minimal speed jumps. This allows you to combine high comfort, tangible dynamics and reduced fuel consumption. Gears can be switched manually with the selector lever. There is also a choice of a six-speed manual transmission and an eight-speed sports automatic with electronic selector and adaptive control system, which provides equally dynamic and economical driving. Switching can be done with the selector lever or with the paddles on the steering wheel.

The chassis of the BMW 5 Series, as already mentioned, has been seriously upgraded. Integral Active Steering for the rear-wheel drive sedan combines the steering ratio function with the rear wheel steering. For example, at speeds up to 60 km / h, the rear wheels turn in antiphase with the front ones. The car behaves as if it had a reduced wheelbase, while improving maneuverability and steering. At speeds over 60 km/h, the rear wheels turn in the same direction as the front wheels. The wheelbase "increases", which ensures driving stability and comfort, especially when changing lanes quickly. The Adaptive Drive system combines Dynamic Drive active roll control and electronic damping control. And the intelligent all-wheel drive system BMW xDrive adapts perfectly to the most difficult road conditions, providing maximum traction and instant redistribution of drive torque between the axles for optimal traction.

Effective protection of the passengers of the BMW 5 Series Sedan in the event of an accident is provided by airbags for the driver and front passenger, curtains in the front and rear seats, as well as side airbags in the backs of the front seats. Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) monitors driving conditions using various sensors and, if necessary, optimizes stability and traction by intervening in the engine management and brakes. It should be noted and other functions included in the BMW ConnectedDrive complex: a preventive safety system, adaptive headlights, active cruise control, parking assistance systems and warnings of a possible collision.

The advantages of this generation of the model include luxurious design, a wide choice of engines, the optimal combination of overall performance, maneuverability and efficiency, as well as the most modern set of security systems and tools.

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BMW F10 is one of those cars that many people consider benchmarks. Because most of the not-so-famous manufacturers would do well to look up to this model. This car is a representative of the fifth series of BMW. He came out in 2010. It took the concern four years to create a project for this machine and bring it to life. So, what can surprise us with this car?

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To the delight of most fans of the brand, BMW refused the services of Chris Bangle, who drew the previous fifth series, a car that had great performance, but had a very controversial design. Designer Jacek Frolich and the company's chief designer, Adrian Van Hooydonk, had a hand in creating the look for the new "five". Pay attention to the rear lights, don't you think they resemble the BMW E34? The "Seven" base makes itself felt, the car has significantly increased in size: the length has increased by 58mm, the width by 14mm, and the height has decreased by 18mm. “Smart” headlights automatically switch from high beam to low beam when oncoming traffic appears. For the sake of good weight distribution, the engine is moved behind the front axle, and the front overhang is very short - this gives a resemblance to the third series.

The drag coefficient F10 is 0.28, low air resistance has a positive effect on dynamic performance, as well as efficiency indicators. The hood, front fenders and even the front doors are made of aluminum. The aluminum hood provides a softer "contact" with the pedestrian, and of course aluminum body panels are lighter than metal. Today, the BMW 5-series f10 is available in sedan and station wagon body styles. Depending on the installed engine, the Bavarian car is shod with tires measuring 225/55 R17, or 245/45 R18. The BMW 550 is fitted with wider and lower profile tires. It is expected that in July 2013 the assembly of upgraded BMWs with modified headlights and bumpers will begin.

Equipment and equipment

Consider another interesting topic regarding the BMW F10 car, the photo of which is provided above. So, it’s worth starting with the iDrive system, which is included in the basic package. Thanks to her, it turns out to change any settings - whether it be a radio tape recorder or a chassis.

As an option, electric adjustable lateral support is installed on the front seats. The so-called “stretching” of doors can also be offered. Another BMW F10, whose photos show a presentable and expensive car, boasts dual-zone climate control. Although, if the buyer wants, he can be noticed at the four-zone. There is also a night vision system that projects an image onto the central display (its diagonal is ten inches). Thanks to a test drive, we managed to find out that the system is able to recognize a pedestrian even at a distance of 300 meters (in total darkness).

Technical part and characteristics of the BMW F10

The BMW 5-series F10 is offered with six different engines: diesel and four petrol. two of the petrol units are turbocharged. The least powerful is the BMW 523i with a 2.5-liter inline six-cylinder engine with 204hp and 270Nm of torque. Such a car is gaining a hundred kilometers in 8.5s. By comparison, Subaru's new BRZ sports coupe hits 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds. The next most powerful is the BMW 528i with a 3.0-liter engine, 258hp and 310 newtons of thrust.

Such a car accelerates to hundreds in 6.7s. The turbocharged 535i has a volume of 3.0, not 3.5 liters, power - 300hp and 400Nm of thrust, all the thrust is available from 1,200 rpm. 600N.M, after the expected restyling, in the summer of 2013, the power of the 550i will increase to 445hp, and the torque to 650N.M. Diesel modifications 525d and 530d, the volume of power plants of both modifications is the same - 2.9l, but 525d produces 204hp, and 530d - 245hp.

For the “fives”, an eight-speed automatic transmission and a six-speed manual are offered. The BMW 550i differs from other modifications in brake discs of a larger diameter; discs with a diameter of 374 mm are installed on its front axle, and discs with a diameter of 345 mm on the rear axle. Depending on the power plant, the main pair is also installed, the 550i GP has the longest possible and has a gear ratio of 2.813:1.

The brake energy recovery system is included as standard. The body rigidity of the F10 compared to the E60 has been improved by 55%. The Adaptive Drive suspension constantly measures longitudinal and lateral accelerations, steering angle and speed. The suspension adapts itself to the road conditions. The BMW base already has ABS, EBV and Brake Assist.

Let's pay attention to the technical characteristics of the BMW 5-series F10 528i.

Specifications:

Engine: V6 3.0 gasoline supercharged

Volume: 2996cc

Power: 258hp

Torque: 310N.M

Number of valves: 24v

Performance indicators:

Acceleration 0 - 100km: 6.7s

Maximum speed: 250km

Average fuel consumption: 7.8l

Fuel tank capacity: 70L

Dimensions: 4899mm*1860mm*1464mm

Wheelbase: 2968mm

Curb weight: 1710kg

Ground clearance: 141mm

Price

The price of a BMW 528i starts at $58,000, and you can become an owner of a BMW 550i for $100,000.

Summing up, we can say that BMW has brought to the market a very high-quality car that no longer bears the burden of the design created by Chris Bengle and this increases its chances of commercial success.

General impression

Of course, this car deserves praise. And it was mentioned more than once in reviews and test drives. If we take Russia as an example, where, in fact, this car has become very popular, then it is worth referring to the most significant opinion. The most famous and authoritative test driver Eric Davidovich (who is also the founder of the largest car club in the Russian Federation and the CIS) said that this car (as for BMW) is good both technically and in terms of design. However, the specialist also said that if we compare the Bavarian car with the new Audi RS6 model (the manufacturers also took the already produced car as a basis and made a novelty), then there are no special breakthroughs in BMW. But, perhaps, this is the only thing that could be noted from the negative.

Full specifications F10

Parameter	BMW 520i	BMW 528i	BMW 535i	BMW 550i	bmw 520d	bmw 525d	bmw 530d	BMW M550d
Engine
engine's type	petrol				diesel
Injection type	direct
Supercharging	Yes
Number of cylinders	4		6	8	4		6
Cylinder arrangement	row			V-shaped	row
Number of valves per cylinder	4
Volume, cu. cm.	1997		2979	4395	1995		2993
Cylinder diameter / piston stroke, mm	84.0 x 90.1		84.0 x 89.6	89.0 x 88.3	84.0 x 90.0
Power, hp (at rpm)	184 (5000-6250)	245 (5000-6500)	306 (5800-6000)	450 (5500-6000)	190 (4000)	218 (4400)	258 (4000)	381 (4000-4400)
Torque, N*m (at rpm)	270 (1250-4500)	350 (1250-4800)	400 (1200-5000)	650 (2000-4500)	400 (1750-2500)	450 (1500-2500)	560 (1500-3000)	740 (2000-3000)
Transmission
Drive unit	rear	full			rear	full
Transmission	8automatic transmission
Suspension
Front suspension type	independent multi-link
Rear suspension type	independent multi-link
Brake system
Front brakes	disc ventilated
Rear brakes	disc ventilated
Steering
Amplifier type	electric
Tires
Tire size	225/55 R17 / 245/45 R18
Disc size	8.0Jx17 / 8.0Jx18
Fuel
Fuel type	AI-95				DT
Environmental class	Euro 6
Tank volume, l	70
Fuel consumption
City cycle, l/100 km	8.1	8.4	10.5	12.7	5.2	5.8	6.4	7.5
Country cycle, l/100 km	4.7	5.2	5.9	7.1	4.1	4.6	4.9	5.4
Combined cycle, l/100 km	6.0	6.4	7.6	9.2	4.5	5.1	5.4	6.2
dimensions
Number of seats	5
Number of doors	4
Length, mm	4907
Width, mm	1860
Height, mm	1464
Wheel base, mm	2968
Front wheel track, mm	1600
Rear wheel track, mm	1627
Front overhang, mm	832
Rear overhang, mm	1107
Trunk volume (min/max), l	520
Ground clearance (clearance), mm	141
Weight
Equipped (min/max), kg	1690	1785	1840	1955	1705	1840	1885	1955
Full, kg	2225	2310	2365	2480	2240	2365	2410	2460
Dynamic characteristics
Maximum speed, km/h	233	250	250	250	231	240	250	250
Acceleration time to 100 km/h, s	7.9	6.3	5.6	4.4	7.9	7.0	5.7	4.7

At the end of November 2009, the long-awaited premiere of the new, already sixth, generation of the BMW 5-series, which received the F10 index, took place.

The design of the new "five" BMW 5 F10 (2015-2016) turned out to be amazing and should return the loyalty of brand fans who did not accept the latest work released under the leadership of Chris Bangle.

The car is built on a shortened platform of the new BMW 7-Series sedan, and the appearance of the flagship is clearly visible.

Options and prices BMW 5-Series (F10)

The new BMW 5-Series F10 sedan has grown a bit in size. Compared to its predecessor in the E60 body, the length of the new “five” has increased to 4,899 mm (+58), the width is up to 1,860 (+14), and the height, on the contrary, has become 18 mm lower and is 1,464. is 2968 mm, which is about 80 mm more than the main competitors.

At first, seven power units were offered for the new BMW 5-series F10: four petrol and three turbodiesel. At the top of the range is the BMW 550i with a 4.4-liter V8 biturbo with 407 hp. and developing a maximum torque of 600 Nm.

The remaining three gasoline engines are in-line six-cylinder units: a 306-horsepower biturbo in the 535i version, as well as two atmospheric engines with a capacity of 258 hp. for BMW 528i and 204 hp - for BMW 523i.

Diesel versions: 530d and 525d are equipped with six-cylinder three- and two-liter engines with 245 and 204 hp. respectively. The only four-cylinder engine on the BMW 520d closes the line with a return of 184 “horses”.

The transmission for the new BMW 5 is ZF's latest eight-speed automatic, but a 6-speed manual remains available as well.

The interior of the car has largely become similar to the flagship sedan of the seventh series. The fourth generation of the iDrive system can be supplied in two versions: with a 7-inch screen with a resolution of 800x480 and with a large 10-inch 1280x480 resolution, which has a large set of functions.

The production of the new "five" F10 is established at the company's plant in Dingolfing - they also produce the BMW 7-Series F01 and BMW 5-Series GT. The price of the model on the Russian market at the time of sales varied from 1,765,000 to 3,240,000 rubles.

Restyled BMW 5-Series F10

In May 2013, the German automaker introduced an updated sedan, station wagon and hatchback of the fifth series, which received cosmetic changes to the exteriors and interiors, as well as a new engine and additional modifications.

The restyled BMW 5-Series sedan (2015-2016) can be distinguished from the pre-styling car by the presence of turn signal repeaters in the rear-view mirrors, a different front bumper with round foglights and a chrome-plated curved insert, a radiator grille with a reduced number of fins and a retouched rear bumper.

In addition, the car has got new wheel design options, additional body color options, xenon optics in all trim levels (optional full LED access), and in addition to the M-package, Luxury Line and Modern Line packages are now available.

In the interior of the BMW 5-series F10, color schemes have been updated, cup holders have been increased, and the iDrive system has received a new firmware version 4.2. As for the engines, all of them are now optimized for compliance with the Euro-6 environmental standards, which come into force from September next year.

In addition, an initial 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel unit with 143 hp appeared in the lineup, which is installed on the BMW 518d version. This engine boasts an average combined cycle consumption of 4.5 liters per hundred.

Another innovation is that from now on, the diesel “five” 520d can be ordered with the proprietary xDrive all-wheel drive system - previously this version was offered exclusively with rear-wheel drive.

The cost of the updated BMW 5 F10 in Russia has expectedly increased - for a car in the basic version at the time of sales they asked for at least 2,540,000 rubles, and for the top versions of the 550i xDrive and the diesel M550d xDrive, they had to pay 4,290,000 and 4,490,000 rubles, respectively.

Many people say that the BMW 5 Series F10/F11 has exceeded the conventional critical point of design complexity. Obviously, the Munich automaker wanted to create a car that would be the best in class. And in many ways he succeeded. But having carefully studied the history of the owners, it is worth recognizing that this BMW is controversial.

With the light hand of a Pole

The styling of the F10 was developed by Jacek Fröhlich, a Pole who has worked for many years in the BMW design team. The successor to the BMW E60 was supposed to be sportier and more elegant. It succeeded, and sales from the first days were good.

BMW 5 Series F10 has an absolutely unimaginable number of configurations. It is represented by three body types. It was equipped with 4, 6, 8-cylinder petrol and 4, 6-cylinder diesel engines (with one, two and even three turbochargers). The power units were paired with a 6-speed manual and 8-speed automatic transmission. The car is rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.

Equipment labyrinths

Often, many owners of the BMW F10 are unaware of the existence of some features. For example, the menu can program the time during which external lights should be on - the follow-me-home function (follow me home) - to illuminate the area at night after the engine is turned off. Some cars even have a thermal imager.

In addition to a very long list of options, it was possible to purchase body packages: Shadowline, Modern Line or M-package. Get the most out of your driving experience with EDC Active Suspension, Active Anti-roll Bars and Active Steering.

Demanded equipment in the aftermarket is Professional navigation with a 10.2-inch screen and comfortable seats, while EDC suspension with damping control and active steering are not particularly appreciated. Active cruise control and Head-Up projection are common.

This doubtful moment

Most of all contradictions are generated by reliability and operation. While the quality of the plastics and the precision of the fittings are uncompromising, the Nappa leather upholstery is disappointing. It is not as durable as you would expect from a premium brand.

There are a lot of systems in the BMW F10 that need to be constantly taken care of. The ZF 8HP automatic transmission requires an oil change every 60,000 km. And all-wheel drive versions of xDrive need even more frequent fluid updates - on average, once every 40-50 thousand km.

Some diesel engines (particularly 6-cylinder all-wheel drive versions) are equipped with a selective catalytic converter that requires topping up with a special AdBlue fluid. It is inexpensive (about $ 1 per liter), and the computer will inform you about the need to replenish it.

But the most important question: what about reliability? In response, the owners have a lot to say. Mechanics reassure: while the car is under warranty, everything is not so bad. Some copies in the secondary market still have a guarantee on important components and assemblies. The full warranty package is offered, as a rule, only by cars of the Premium Selection program.

There are failures in the operation of systems, the existence of which drivers sometimes do not even suspect. For example, a pedestrian protection system that raises the hood in a collision (its sensor is subject to service). Sometimes there are complaints about the withdrawal to the right of cars equipped with active steering. The problem is solved by updating the software. The noisy and expensive run-flat tires have been widely criticized.

Manual transmission failures occur: it is not possible to shift gear or engage reverse. Repairs are quite expensive.

Engines

The two-liter N20 gasoline unit suffers from one serious problem. After 70-120 thousand km, the chain drive of the oil pump fails - a howl occurs. Timely contacting the service will help save the engine. About 35,000 rubles will be asked for replacing the drive in a regular service. If the symptoms are ignored, the consequences will be sad - engine overhaul. Depending on the degree of damage, you will have to pay from 150 to 300 thousand rubles for the restoration of the unit. In 2014, the problem node was finalized, and the disease began to manifest itself much less frequently.

Ailments are demonstrated by a catalytic converter (20,000 rubles with work) and injectors (from 5,000 rubles). There are enough nozzles for 60-100 thousand km. If one surrenders, then soon the rest will capitulate.

A little later, you have to change the thermostat (3-4 thousand rubles), and then the fuel pump (from 9,000 rubles). After 100,000 km, it is the turn of the valve cover gasket and the cover itself, where the crankcase ventilation valve is built. The cost of a new cover is 26,000 rubles. A little later, the radiator may leak (from 18,000 rubles).

The injection pump 528th may require attention after 150,000 km. You will have to pay at least 25,000 rubles for a new pump.

The least problematic engine in the BMW 5 F10 is the 3-litre N55 petrol. However, there is no question of stability at the M54 level. By the way, it is also equipped with not the most durable fuel injectors.

The N63 series V8 engines experience high thermal loads, as the two turbines are installed directly in the camber of the block. The heat from the superchargers leads to the rapid aging of the valve stem seals, which in turn contributes to an increase in oil consumption and coking of the rings. Motorists as a preventive measure recommend changing the caps after 20-30 thousand km, which will require about 30,000 rubles. The constructive miscalculation is most clearly manifested in the charged "emks" from the S63.

Diesel engines of the N47 series still had a serious defect - premature wear of the timing chain. In most cases, the defect was discovered during the warranty period. When purchasing a car with such a diesel unit, the warranty for which has already ended, you need to be careful. Do not underestimate the noise and clicks at idle.

Replacing the chain requires removing the engine or at least disconnecting it from the gearbox. Troubleshooting costs will be about $1,000. Vulnerability usually arises from obscenely long oil change intervals. Often, owners go to maintenance only when the on-board computer calls. And the mileage by this time in one oil sometimes reaches 20-30 thousand km. This is guaranteed to kill the engine by 70-120 thousand km! To avoid problems or delay them, the replacement interval should be reduced to 8-10 thousand km. It is worth noting that in 2013 the problem was almost completely eliminated.

In addition, there are malfunctions in the exhaust gas recirculation system and fuel system malfunctions. In the latter case, the high-pressure fuel pump is most often to blame (from 73,000 rubles). It wears out, starts to drive chips and disables fuel injectors (from 26,000 rubles apiece). Symptoms: Difficulty starting, rough engine operation and "check" on the panel. With high mileage, there may be problems with the exhaust manifold (cracking) or with the turbine (backlash or broken rotor).

Another drawback is the wear of the crankshaft damper pulley. The rubber damper exfoliates and disintegrates. A characteristic symptom is a knock in the engine compartment. The pulley will have to be replaced - from 11,000 rubles. After 100,000 km, the intake manifold and the EGR valve become dirty (from 12,000 rubles). The USR cooler may also leak (from 30,000 rubles).

Since 2014, a new B47 series engine has been installed in the BMW 5 Series, which has not yet shown so many ailments.

The 6-cylinder N57 diesel is more durable and problems with it are extremely rare. However, after 200-250 thousand km, additional investments are likely to be required. If the oil is changed on the recommendation of the on-board computer, then troubles with the timing chain drive cannot be avoided here either.

The N57 with twin supercharging was installed in the 535d, and with the triple one in the M550d.

All diesel units are equipped with a particulate filter. He can be troublesome too. The DPF filter becomes clogged during frequent trips over short distances (for example, when driving in the city). Burning usually helps. In addition, the back pressure sensor may need to be replaced.

It is worth noting that the maintenance and repair of a gasoline V8 biturbo or a diesel R6 triturbo is a rather difficult task, which is reflected in the owner's wallet.

Transmission

The most common complaints about the machine are jerks. They are often fixed with a software update. But after 100,000, someone had to repair the box (from 100,000 rubles). Summed up the clutches, torque converter and valve body.

The elastic coupling of the rear driveshaft (3,500 rubles) wears out closer to 100,000 km. Sometimes a destruction of the flange of the rear cardan is found (from 20,000 rubles). In the future, the rear gearbox seals may leak, and after 150,000 km it is necessary to update the silent block for mounting the rear axle gearbox (5-10 thousand rubles, along with work).

In all-wheel drive versions of XDrive, after 80-120 thousand km, the outer CV joint of the front drive often starts to crackle. It changes only in the collection (from 26,000 rubles for an analogue). Jerks during intense acceleration will tell you that the repair of the handout is approaching. A new handout will cost 250,000 rubles, and a restored one - 35,000 rubles. About 100,000 rubles will be asked for the bulkhead.

Chassis

The suspension does not create any special problems. It is well adapted to Russian roads. However, the first major repair may be needed after 100,000 km. Repairs are quite expensive, which is the norm in the premium class.

You have to change the front levers (from 4,000 rubles per lever), front wheel bearings (from 6,000 rubles) and front shock absorbers. Knocking in the steering can be caused by wear on the cardan at the bottom of the steering shaft (14,000 rubles). Sometimes knocks and clicks are emitted by the steering rack.

Other problems and malfunctions

After a while, the aluminum inserts located on the inner sill trim come off. And cracks may appear in the lower part of the head optics. A new original headlight unit costs 26,000 rubles, and an analogue from Asia costs 11,000 rubles. Bi-xenon optics are much more expensive - 53,000 rubles.

Every now and then the heated driver's seat fails. The heating mat is sewn to the upholstery and can be changed as an assembly - 60,000 rubles. But sometimes a broken wiring can be restored - about 5,000 rubles.

The coating on the air conditioner fan speed control button is quickly erased. The manufacturer has provided new buttons, available only as a kit for 6,000 rubles. In a well-known Chinese store, you can purchase the desired button for 700 rubles.

Sometimes door locks go bad. For example, in winter, moisture gets into the cable of the front door lock mechanism and freezes. If the lock itself fails, then it will have to be replaced (from 9,000 rubles).

Conclusion

Although the model is still young, many typical faults are already known. Unfortunately, there are too many of them. In addition, the design of the car is so complex that sometimes even official service specialists cannot cope with its repair. But, when everything works properly, the BMW F10, in terms of the degree of emotions, bypasses all its rivals.

Typical malfunctions

• - stretching the timing chain N47 (2-liter diesel);
• - the howl of the oil pump in 2-liter gasoline turbo engines;
• - damage to the air conditioner condenser;
• - wear of the front axle shafts of all-wheel drive modifications;
• - pull to the right.

Advantages

• - perfectly adapted suspension;
• - fantastic dynamics and driving performance;
• - rich equipment;
• - the model is still relevant, which means easy resale and a relatively small loss in price.

Flaws

• - too high maintenance cost;
• - too many faults, especially electronics and diesel engines;
• - high risk of theft;
• - a lot of cars after an accident.

Specifications BMW 5 Series (F10)

Version
Engine	petrol, turbo	petrol, turbo			gasoline, biturbo	gasoline, biturbo	gasoline, biturbo
Working volume
Cyl. system / valves
Max power	184 hp / 5000	204 HP / 6100	258 hp / 6600	272 hp / 6100	306 HP / 5800	407 hp / 6400	560 HP / 6000
Max. torque
Max speed							250 (305) km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
Average consumption	6.8 l / 100km	7.6 l / 100km	7.8 l / 100 km	7.6 l / 100 km	8.5 l / 100 km	10.4 l / 100km	9.9 l / 100km

Version
Engine	turbodiesel	turbodiesel	turbodiesel	biturbo diesel	diesel triturbo
Working volume
Cyl. system / valves
Max power	184 HP / 4000	204 HP / 4000	245 HP / 4000	300 HP / 4400	381 hp / 4000
Max. torque
Max speed
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
Average consumption	4.9 l / 100 km	6.2 l / 100 km	6.3 l / 100 km	6.1 l / 100 km	6.4 l / 100 km

There are so many features on a BMW that many car owners simply don't know they exist. Let's list some of them.

The F10 has active steering. This is a Servotronic system with an electric booster. Let's add here a powerful brake package. It includes electronic assistants and disk nodes "in a circle". Maximum driving comfort is provided by the Active Steering system (this is intelligent steering control) and active anti-roll bars / EDC suspension (adjustable damper stiffness). Through the menu, the owner can program the time of burning of external lights. The function is called "follow me home" (follow-me-home). On many machines, the backlight stops as soon as the power unit "stalls". BMW F10 does not turn off at night. Lights for as many minutes as programmed. Some models are even equipped with a thermal imager!

Options are head-up projection with active cruise control.

Vehicle safety is top notch. Numerous test drives have proven this. As a result of testing EuroNcap F10 received 5 stars out of 5 possible! We add that the American experts said that among all business-class cars, this car is the safest.

Additional equipment is a projector. It allows you to display important information directly on the windshield (!) The driver can study it without looking up from the road. The safety of the car is also ensured by the all-round visibility. This system was adopted by other automakers. It is found on brands such as Nissan Patrol and Infiniti QX56, allowing the driver to see the car from above on the display. Therefore, all obstacles, ranging from people to pits near the car, can be immediately seen. Agree, a useful feature, especially when the car moves off.

Engine

The BMW F10 has different specifications. Let's review the engines.

Cars with a variety of gasoline power units are supplied to the market.

The base variant is the rear-wheel drive 520i. The car is equipped with a two-liter turbo engine with a capacity of 184 "horses" and direct fuel injection. This allows the base “five” to accelerate to “hundreds” in 7.9 seconds, have a speed limit of 235 km / h and consume 6.8 liters in mixed mode. fuel per 100 km.

The same turbo engine in the BMW F10 523i, but with 2.5 204 hp. Therefore, there are some differences in characteristics. Acceleration to 100 in the 523i modification is slightly faster (7.8 sec.), The top speed is slightly higher (238 km / h), and fuel consumption is higher (7.6 liters). Let's move on to all-wheel drive vehicles. The BMW F10 528i xDrive is equipped with a 3.0 engine developing 258 hp. Therefore, the acceleration time is reduced to 6.6 seconds, the maximum speed increases to 250 km/h. The fuel consumption of the BMW 528 F10 engine increases to 7.8 liters.

Biturbo engines are installed on the 535i and 550i xDrive models. The volume of the power unit of the first / second model is 3 / 4.4 liters, power - 306/407 "horses". Modification speed ceiling - 250 km / h, acceleration - 6/5 sec., BMW F10 fuel consumption - 8.5 / 10.4 liters.

Various diesel engines.

Here, the "base" is a 520d sedan with a two-liter engine with a capacity of 184 "horses". Acceleration of the BMW F10 2.0 diesel takes 8.1 seconds. speed limit - 227 km / h. The average fuel "appetite" is 4.9 liters. More productive similar installations are available on models 525d and 530d. Volume 3.0, power - 204/245 hp Acceleration time is reduced to 7.2 / 6.3 seconds, the speed limit is increased to 236 / 250 km / h, “eating” diesel fuel is reduced to 7.2 / 6.3 liters.

More powerful equipment for the 535d model. The top variant is the all-wheel drive M550d. The BMW F10 has the best engine - a three-liter engine with 381 hp. reaches a speed ceiling of 250 km/h. On the speedometer, the first three-digit number is displayed after 4.7 seconds. Diesel fuel consumption - 6.4 liters.

Until mid-2012, the machines were equipped with 8 units (4 + 4). After restyling, their number increased. The engines are combined with a 6-speed "mechanics" box or with an 8-speed "automatic" ZF.

And some information about what kind of oil to fill in the engine. It is recommended to use synthetic products from the following manufacturers (the numbers indicate the viscosity of the product):

• Castrol - 0W40;
• MOTUL - 5W40;
• Mobil ESP - 5w30.

The originals are BMW 0W30/40. The volume of oil depends on the modification of the car and ranges from 5-8.5 liters. The oil filter is recommended to be changed every 15 thousand km during normal operation. Of the other characteristics of the BMW 5 F10, it is worth mentioning the suspension. The car is offered with a front double-link suspension and aft five-link. Both structures are independent.

The architecture of the "five" is borrowed from the "seven". It is shortened, and the load distribution along the axes is ideal, 50:50.

Equipment

The basic equipment of the BMW 5 F10 is:

• 8 airbags;
• Climate control for 2 zones;
• Audio system;
• iDrive system;
• Servotronic steering;
• Bi-xenon headlights;
• Armchairs in front with heating / electric drive;
• ABS, ESP systems, etc. "chips".

The bodywork of the car may vary. Buyers are offered 3 package options: Shadowline, Modern Line, M.

The difference between restyling and doreystyling

In the spring of 2013, the characteristics of the cars were updated. BMW 5 VI F10 F11 F07 survived restyling. The exterior has been changed. New bumpers with a radiator grille appeared, the rims received a new design, and the optics were corrected.

Restyling also touched on the BMW interior, new power plants appeared, and the list of equipment installed on cars expanded. Let us analyze in more detail what are the differences in the BMW F10 after restyling.

If you take a look at the updated models, it may seem that the changes are minimal. However, careful analysis will reveal many updates. Xenon optics appeared in the front part. An option is LED headlights. The bumper was equipped with aerodynamic elements that give the car an aggressive appearance. Separately, it is worth noting the body kit BMW F10 performance. It will make the exterior of the car as expressive as possible. Note that the details for changing the appearance do not need to be selected independently. A ready-made kit, corresponding to the style of BMW, is developed specifically for the German car. It includes spoilers, bumpers, side sills, etc. spectacular elements.

German engineers managed to reduce the coefficient Cx. For restyled models, the aerodynamic drag decreased to 0.25-0.32. The indicator depends on the specific modification. The stern was also given a sports focus. The laconic rear part was equipped with a powerful bumper.

The most powerful model, received R19 / 20 tires with low profile tires. A new, two-liter 143-horsepower diesel unit has appeared, consuming 4.7 liters per 100 km in mixed mode. diesel fuel.

Restyling increased the color scheme of the body to 16 colors, and in 2014 metallic was added to the list. You can order colors by choosing the Individual package. Also, since 2014, Black panels, mentioned above, and engines with a volume of 3.5 have appeared in the “base”.

The following year, NBT navigation began to be replaced with an updated version, the BMW NBT EVO F10. It makes it possible to more accurately indicate traffic routes and all kinds of traffic jams, and allows you to more comfortably adjust the multimedia system. The main difference is the presence of Interface Design 5. After the update, this device synchronizes systems and interacts with the driver through microphones / ports, using monitors / iDrive-controller.

Increased system RAM and processor power. Therefore, the access time to the cards has been significantly reduced. Now scaling maps and the appearance on the display of the optimal size is carried out in a couple of seconds. Since 2015, all BMW vehicles have been equipped with this system.

Restyling did not change the dimensions of the "five".