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 Reviews and test drives Motoring New BMW 5 Series Saloon The new, sixth generation BMW 5 Series Saloon offers the perfect blend of class-leading engines, unrivalled driving dynamics and a sporting yet elegant design.  It is as practical as it is elegant with a 520-litre boot and optional 40:20:40 split folding rear seats. The interior features many of the quality features found in the BMW 7 Series. Inclined slightly towards the driver, the asymmetrically designed centre console ensures that all controls are comfortably within reach. The simplified multifunctional steering wheel has all the function keys in one hand and infotainment in the other. The use of Black Panel technology on the instrument panel and centre console, as in the BMW 7 Series and the 5 Series Gran Turismo, adds an extra touch of luxury. A signature piece of BMW design, it integrates the centre console into the trim of the car. High-resolution electronic displays are visible when needed, but otherwise, they discreetly blend in to form an elegant black band across the interior. The diesel line-up includes the 520d, a 1,995cc four cylinder engine, and two straight-six turbocharged engines, the 530d and 525d. There are also three straight-six petrol engines, the 523i, 528i and 535i, and topping the range is the 550i, powered by a 4,395cc V8 twin-turbocharged engine. The BMW 520d is the first 5 Series with Auto Start-Stop, and all manual gearboxes come with an Optimum gearshift indicator to encourage efficient driving. Brake Energy Regeneration, supplied as standard, recharges the vehicle's battery during engine over-run. Active Aerodynamics help to keep emissions low and performance high by closing off the air cooling flaps behind the grilles, improving aerodynamics and performance on cold starts. Low rolling resistance tyres help to improve efficiency still further. Benefiting from dry sump lubrication, the BMW 5 Series Saloon has a six-speed manual gearbox as standard. A redesigned gearshift lever and enhanced internal packaging give a smoother, sportier gearshift. The range topping 550i comes as standard with BMW’s new eight-speed automatic transmission. Six per cent more fuel efficient, it also brings the luxury and refinement of the 7 Series to the 550i. Buyers of all variants can specify the eight-speed automatic gearbox or an eight-speed Sport automatic with Formula One style steering wheel mounted paddles. The BMW 5 Series Saloon features the highest ever level of standard specification for the model, representing incredible value for money. There is also a wealth of optional equipment to enhance driver safety, comfort and enjoyment. For more information, contact your local branch of Canaauto (La Orotava, San Miguel or Taco, La Laguna), or visit www.canauto.com.
| Canary Islands - 08.02.2012 - Yesterday's ugly scenes at Bilbao airport, where Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary had to be given a police escort after his provocation of former Spanair employees, prompted a furious reaction against the head of the airline by Canarian MP Ana Oramas. more... Las Palmas - 08.02.2012 - The snags preventing the release of tickets for the concert by rock legend Bruce Springsteen in Gran Canaria have now been resolved and the gig has been confirmed 100%, say the organisers. more... La Laguna - 07.02.2012 - A well-known Tenerife lawyer is the focus of police attention in a money-laundering and fraud investigation ordered by a La Laguna judge. more... Canary Islands - 07.02.2012 - Relations between the Canarian government and the new Spanish government sank further yesterday when the region's tourism minister was apparently snubbed by his national counterpart. more... Canary Islands - 07.02.2012 - Two Britons who had to be rescued again after getting into trouble on their bid to cross the Atlantic in a pedal boat could face a hefty fine for the latest mobilisation of air and sea rescue resources. more...    Banish the blues They tell us that this is one of the most depressing times of the year more...   | E-Zigarette Die E-Zigarette Classic ist das robuste Modell für den täglichen Gebrauch. www.elektrische-zigarette.eu Rent a car Tenerife We have been in the rent a car business since 1976 in Tenerife. Our experience - your advantage. www.hermanns-cars.com Electronic Cigarette The Electronic Cigarette SLIM is recommended for smokers with few consume, occasional smokers and to go. www.liquid-shop.eu Real Estate Tenerife Tenerife Real Estate is your partner on Tenerife for penthouses, properties, fincas or business-pubs for the purchase and sale of villas, chalets, houses, appartements. www.teneriffa-immobilien.es ic media group |
