Reviews: The 2007 BMW M5
By Jane Smith
The BMW M5 for 2007
Made in GERMANY for BMW, the M5 for 2007 is a contender in the 5-seat SEDAN 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $82,500 USD with a invoice price of $75,900 USD.
Fuel Economy
The 5.0L V10 DOHC 40V engine is rated at 12 miles/gallon city and 18 miles/gallon highway off a 18.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The M5 retails for $82,500 USD with a invoice price of $75,900 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $695 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The M5 comes standard with a 7-Speed Manual Overdrive or 6-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
M5 Dimensions
In 2007 the M5 has an overall length of 191.50 inches and a width of 72.70 inches. It sits a total of 57.80 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of inches. Front headroom is 39.10 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the M5 a turning radius of 40.70 inches. It uses 255/40R19 tires with a wheelbase of 113.70 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Electronic Brake Assistance, Limited Slip Differential. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Second Row Side Airbag, Genuine Wood Trim, Front Cooled Seat, Second Row Folding Seat, Second Row Heated Seat.
Exterior color choices include Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Indianapolis Red Metallic, Interlagos Blue Metallic, Sepang Bronze Metallic, Silver Gray Metallic, Silverstone Silver Metallic with interior choices of Black Extended Leather Interior, Black Full Leather Interior, Black Perforated Full Leather Interior, Indianapolis Red Full Leather Interior, Portland Brown Full Leather Interior, Sepang Bronze Extended Leather Interior, Sepang Bronze Full Leather Interior, Sepang Bronze Perforated Full Leather Interior, Silverstone II Extended Leather Interior, Silverstone II Full Leather Interior, Silverstone Perforated Full Leather Interior. The M5 seats 5 people with inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 48 month/50,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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