Vital Statistics: 2008 BMW 5-Series
By Bill Bregman
Introduction
The 2008 5-Series is manufactured in GERMANY for BMW. It is BMW's entry into the SEDAN 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $44,300 USD in 2008.
Fuel Economy
The 5-Series's generous 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V engine has been measured to get 18 miles/gallon city driving with a 18.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The 5-Series retails for $44,300 USD with a invoice price of $40,755 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of $775 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The 5-Series comes standard with a 6-Speed Automatic Overdrive or 6-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3505 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
5-Series Dimensions
The 2008 5-Series has standard length of 191.10 inches and a width of 72.70 inches. The 5-Series rides 57.80 inches off the ground, with a clearance of inches. Front headroom is 39.10 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the 5-Series a radius of 37.50 inches. It uses 225/50R17 tires with a wheelbase of 113.70 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment usually includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Electronic Brake Assistance. Leading optional equipment includes Second Row Side Airbag, Electronic Parking Aid, Heated Steering Wheel, CD Changer, Navigation Aid.
Exterior color choices include Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Deep Green Metallic, Deep Sea Blue Metallic, Jet Black, Monaco Blue Metallic, Platinum Bronze Metallic, Platinum Gray Metallic, Space Gray Metallic, Titanium Silver Metallic with interior choices of Beige Leatherette Interior, Black Leather Interior, Black Leatherette Interior, Cream Beige Leather Interior, Gray Leather Interior, Natural Brown Leather Interior. The 5-Series seats 5 people with 41.50 inches front leg room.
BMW Warranty
The regular warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also comes with a 48 month/50,000 mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is critical to contact the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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