two thousand fourteen BMW 5-Series Spectacle
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2014 BMW 5-Series Spectacle Overview
Note: This spectacle review was created when the two thousand fourteen BMW 5-Series was fresh.
The two thousand fourteen BMW 5-Series earns praise from many reviewers for its comfy, composed rail and capable treating, tho’ some think it is out-maneuvered by more nimble competitors. Test drivers say the 5-Series offers a pleasing multitude of engine options, from the powerful base 528i to the strong and efficient diesel 535d.
- “While the five model is still fairly capable by the numbers, it’s more of a high-speed cruiser now than a back-road bomber.” — AutoTrader
- “Whether powered by its rear wheels or all four, the two thousand fourteen BMW five Series earns its accolades as one of the best driving, best treating cars in the world.” — Kelley Blue Book
- “The 5-Series’ rail and treating combination proceeds to set the standard in the premium-midsize class.” — Consumer Guide (2013)
- “The M5 is for those who take quiet pleasure in knowing their machine can do things others’ can’t.” — Jalopnik (2013 M5)
Acceleration and Power
The two thousand fourteen BMW 528i comes with a 240-horsepower, turbocharged Two.0-liter four-cylinder engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The BMW 535i has a turbocharged Three.0-liter six-cylinder engine that produces three hundred horsepower, and is available with an eight-speed automatic or six-speed manual. The 550i features a 445-horsepower, Four.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 and the 535d has a 255-horsepower turbodiesel Trio.0-liter six-cylinder engine. The ActiveHybrid five features a turbocharged Trio.0-liter six-cylinder engine and an electrical motor that combine to produce three hundred thirty five horsepower. The two thousand fourteen ActiveHybrid five gets an EPA-estimated 23/30 mpg city/highway, which is unimpressive for a hybrid luxury car. However, the 528i gets 23/34 mpg, which is very good for the class and the 535d gets a excellent EPA fuel economy rating of 26/38 mpg.
The high-performance BMW M5 comes with a twin-turbocharged Four.4-liter V8 engine that produces five hundred sixty horsepower at 6,000 to 7,000 rpm and five hundred two pound-feet of torque at 1,500 to Five,750 rpm. A seven-speed automated manual transmission and a six-speed manual are available. BMW says the two thousand fourteen M5 has a top speed of one hundred fifty six mph, and will accelerate from zero to sixty mph in Four.1 seconds with the automated manual transmission.
Test drivers say that all 5-Series models produce slew of power, with acceleration becoming more incredible as you climb into higher trims. They note that the fresh 535d is quiet at speed and produces excellent passing power. The ActiveHybrid five draws criticism, however, as reviewers note that its fuel economy is unimpressive for a hybrid car.
- “Power is in abundant supply regardless of trim. From the base 528i’s turbocharged-4 to the twin-turbochargers boosting the diesel and V8 models, there is a five Series to match just about every request and price range. …” — Kelley Blue Book
- “From the driver seat, the diesel five Series sedan is remarkably quiet, and when you do hear the engine, it sounds much like the gasoline-powered inline six-cylinder in the 535i, not at all like traditional diesel engines. Step on the accelerator pedal and it produces a massive wave of thrust that makes it ridiculously effortless to pass slower motorists.” — Edmunds
- “But spectacle is only on par with the less-powerful 535i due to the Hybrid’s enhanced weight, and fuel economy is rather disappointing for a hybrid.” — AutoTrader (ActiveHybrid Five)
- “Depressing the throttle provokes a reaction something akin to hitting Jason Bourne on the head with a spatula. Instantaneously all five hundred sixty horsepower from the twin-turbo, Four.4-liter V8 hurls you down the road at a speed capable of arousing the inmates at San Quentin in an instant.” — Jalopnik (2013 M5)
Treating and Braking
Rear-wheel drive is standard on the two thousand fourteen 5-Series and BMW`s xDrive all-wheel drive system is optional. Some reviewers say that the two thousand fourteen BMW 5-Series lacks the agility of its predecessor, and that Lexus and Audi produce luxury large cars that are slightly more athletic. Still, test drivers say that the 5-Series offers managed treating, and they appreciate its exceptionally convenient rail.
- “The current five Series is actually based on the top-dog seven Series, so it has an ultra-smooth rail.” — AutoTrader
- “Compared with its Audi and Lexus rivals, the BMW feels bulkier and less precise around taut turns, and its steering transmits less feel.” — Edmunds
- “Over my dearest twisty mountain backroads, the M5 slightly batted a headlight as it swept through the turns.” — CNET (2013 M5)
- “It’s rails terrifically, however, and grip levels are more than adequate, but for the very first time we can recall, we have a BMW sedan that feels somewhat divorced from the road.” — Popular Mechanics (2011)