:BMW 5 Series (F10)

From November 2005 to December 2006, the exterior was designed by Jacek Fröhlich under the leadership of BMW Group Design Director Adrian van Hooydonk.{{cite web|title=The new BMW 5 Series Sedan, exterior designer Jacek Fröhlich (11/2009)|url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/photoDetail.html?title=the-new-bmw-5-series-sedan-exterior-designer-jacek-fr%C3%B6hlich-11-2009&docNo=P90053768|access-date=9 March 2013|archive-date=19 December 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191219195427/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/photo/detail/P90053768/the-new-bmw-5-series-sedan-exterior-designer-jacek-fr%20%20hlich-11-2009|url-status=live}} The Touring version was designed by Jean-Francois Alexandre Huet. While the Gran Turismo version was designed by Christopher Weil.

The F10 was unveiled in Munich on 23 November 2009.{{cite web|title=BMW 5 Series (F10) specs|url=https://www.autoevolution.com/cars/bmw-5-series-f10-2009.html|website=www.autoevolution.com|access-date=8 April 2017|archive-date=11 April 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190411095835/https://www.autoevolution.com/cars/bmw-5-series-f10-2009.html|url-status=live}}

File:BMW 550i (F10) – Heckansicht, 17. Juli 2011, Mettmann.jpg|F10 Saloon

File:BMW 520d Touring (F11) rear 20100731.jpg|F11 Touring

File:2010 BMW 550i Gran Turismo rear -- 2010 DC.jpg|F07 Gran Turismo

File:BMW 5-Series F18 Li China 2012-04-15.jpg|F18 Long Wheelbase Saloon

The Saloon was the second body style to be launched. It was unveiled at the Munich Olympic Stadium on November 23, 2009{{Cite web |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?title=satellite-details-for-the-world-premiere-of-the-new-bmw-5-series-sedan&outputChannelId=6&id=T0073497EN&left_menu_item=node__2235 |title=Satellite details for the World Premiere of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan |access-date=15 January 2013 |archive-date=13 March 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200313061022/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0073497EN/satellite-details-for-the-world-premiere-of-the-new-bmw-5-series-sedan |url-status=live }} and production began in January 2010.{{Cite book|url = https://books.google.com/books?id=JGStBAAAQBAJ&q=bmw+5+series+production+january+2010&pg=PA199|title = Production, Consumption, Business and the Economy: Structural Ideals and Moral Realities|isbn = 9781784410551|last1 = Wood|first1 = Donald C.|date = 5 September 2014| publisher=Emerald Group |access-date = 15 October 2020|archive-date = 16 March 2022|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163747/https://books.google.com/books?id=JGStBAAAQBAJ&q=bmw+5+series+production+january+2010&pg=PA199|url-status = live}}{{Cite web|url=http://www.auto-abc.eu/bmw-5-serija/g248-2010|title=BMW 5 series Touring F11 Estate car / Wagon 2010 – 2013 reviews, technical data, prices|access-date=7 May 2020|archive-date=8 February 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200208084848/http://www.auto-abc.eu/bmw-5-serija/g248-2010|url-status=live}} The Saloon models have a length of {{convert|4899|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}.

The Touring model was unveiled at the 2010 Leipzig Auto Show{{Cite web |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?title=world-premiere-in-leipzig-the-new-bmw-5-series-touring&outputChannelId=6&id=T0077904EN&left_menu_item=node__2236 |title=World Premiere in Leipzig: the new BMW 5 Series Touring. |access-date=15 January 2013 |archive-date=20 December 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191220150136/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0077904EN/world-premiere-in-leipzig-the-new-bmw-5-series-touring |url-status=live }} and production began in January 2010.

The 5 Series Gran Turismo is a 5-door fastback body style which began production in September 2009. It has a length of {{convert|4998|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} and is longer and taller than the 5 Series Saloon/Touring models and has a hatchback rear door.{{cite web |url=https://www.motortrend.com/cars/bmw/5-series/2011/2011-bmw-535i-test/ |title=2011 BMW 535i | 2011 BMW 5-Series Review at Motortrend.com |date=21 January 2010 |publisher=Motortrend.com |access-date=3 October 2010 |archive-date=31 July 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160731070556/http://www.motortrend.com/cars/bmw/5-series/2011/2011-bmw-535i-test/ |url-status=live }} The tailgate has a unique two-way opening mechanism, which may be opened in a traditional car-like fashion, or the entire hatch may be open in a traditional SUV fashion for larger objects.{{cite web|url=http://www.bmwusa.com/standard/content/experience/newsfeed/post/2009/05/21/The-New-BMW-5-Series-Gran-Turismo.aspx|title=The New BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo|access-date=5 March 2010|website=www.bmwusa.com|archive-date=11 September 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170911170555/http://www.bmwusa.com/standard/content/experience/newsfeed/post/2009/05/21/The-New-BMW-5-Series-Gran-Turismo.aspx|url-status=live}}{{cite web |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/28/2010-bmw-550i-gran-turismo-review/ |title=Review: 2010 BMW 550i Gran Turismo is the Ultimate Passenger Machine |website=www.autoblog.com |date=28 April 2010 |access-date=24 March 2012 |archive-date=5 January 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190105091612/https://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/28/2010-bmw-550i-gran-turismo-review/ |url-status=live }} The 5 Series GT features frameless doors, which is a first for a four-door BMW model.{{cite web|last1=BMW Group University|title=Fast Facts – 2011 5 Series GT|url=http://www.bmwpkod.com/Media/Default/documents/bmw%20fast%20facts%202011%205%20series%20gt.pdf|website=www.bmwpkod.com|access-date=20 September 2017|archive-date=10 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170810131131/http://www.bmwpkod.com/Media/Default/documents/bmw%20fast%20facts%202011%205%20series%20gt.pdf|url-status=live}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.carmanualsonline.info/bmw-535i-gt-2010-f07-owner-s-manual/4|title=BMW 535I GT 2010 F07 Owner's Guide|website=www.carmanualsonline.info|access-date=14 March 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170315090840/https://www.carmanualsonline.info/bmw-535i-gt-2010-f07-owner-s-manual/4|archive-date=15 March 2017|url-status=dead}}{{cite book|title=Fast Facts – 2011 5 Series GT|date=2010|publisher=BMW North America|url=http://www.bmwpkod.com/Media/Default/documents/bmw%20fast%20facts%202011%205%20series%20gt.pdf|access-date=10 August 2017|archive-date=10 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170810131131/http://www.bmwpkod.com/Media/Default/documents/bmw%20fast%20facts%202011%205%20series%20gt.pdf|url-status=live}}{{cite web|title=First Drive Review – 2010 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo|url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2010-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo-first-drive-review|website=www.caranddriver.com|date=5 September 2009|access-date=10 August 2017|archive-date=26 October 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181026063622/https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2010-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo-first-drive-review|url-status=live}}

Although sold as part of the 5 Series range, is suggested that the Gran Turismo chassis has more in common with the F01 7 Series,{{cite web|title=2010 BMW 5 Series GT First Drive|url=https://www.edmunds.com/bmw/5-series-gran-turismo/2010/road-test1.html|website=www.edmunds.com|access-date=15 April 2017|archive-date=10 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170810130656/https://www.edmunds.com/bmw/5-series-gran-turismo/2010/road-test1.html|url-status=live}} Due to its tall proportions, the F07 has been described as a "7 Series hatchback".{{cite web|title=2010 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo – First Drive Review|url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/car/09q3/2010_bmw_5-series_gran_turismo-first_drive_review|website=www.caranddriver.com|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100914012729/http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/car/09q3/2010_bmw_5-series_gran_turismo-first_drive_review|archive-date=14 September 2010}}{{cite web |url=http://www.insideline.com/bmw/5-series/2010/2010-bmw-550i-gran-turismo-full-test-and-video.html#article_pagination_top_0 |title=2010 BMW 550i Gran Turismo Full Test and Video |website=www.insideline.com |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121116001230/http://www.insideline.com/bmw/5-series/2010/2010-bmw-550i-gran-turismo-full-test-and-video.html |archive-date=16 November 2012}} It has a wheelbase of {{convert|120.7|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}, a front track width of {{convert|63.4|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}} and a rear track width of {{convert|65.1|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}.{{cite web|title=2010 BMW 5 Series GT First Drive|url=http://www.insideline.com/bmw/5-series/2010/2010-bmw-5-series-gt-first-drive.html|website=www.insideline.com|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100324004307/http://www.insideline.com/bmw/5-series/2010/2010-bmw-5-series-gt-first-drive.html|archive-date=24 March 2010|access-date=20 September 2017|url-status=live|df=dmy-all}}{{cite web |url=http://www.cars.com/bmw/550/2010/expert-reviews/?revid=56301 |title=2010 BMW 550 – Our Review |website=www.cars.com |access-date=7 January 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304220652/http://www.cars.com/bmw/550/2010/expert-reviews/?revid=56301 |archive-date=4 March 2016 |url-status=dead }} When combined with the raised roofline, this results in more passenger and luggage space than the E61 5 Series wagon/estate and similar headroom to the E70 X5 and F01 7 Series.{{cite web|url=http://www.automoblog.net/2009/05/25/the-new-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo/|title=The New BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo|date=25 May 2009 |publisher=Automoblog.net|access-date=23 February 2010|archive-date=5 June 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110605064041/http://www.automoblog.net/2009/05/25/the-new-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo/|url-status=live}}{{cite web|title=BMW Concept 5 Series Gran Turismo|url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0011458DE/bmw-concept-5-series-gran-turismo|website=www.bmwgroup.com|access-date=20 September 2017|archive-date=17 September 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170917171659/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0011458DE/bmw-concept-5-series-gran-turismo|url-status=live}}{{cite web|title=2010 BMW 5 Series GT First Drive|url=https://www.edmunds.com/bmw/5-series-gran-turismo/2010/road-test1.html|website=www.edmunds.com|access-date=20 September 2017|archive-date=10 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170810130656/https://www.edmunds.com/bmw/5-series-gran-turismo/2010/road-test1.html|url-status=live}}{{cite web|title=BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo : Spaciousness|url=https://www.bmw.com/com/en/newvehicles/5series/gran_turismo/2009/allfacts/vehicle_concept/roominess.html|website=www.bmw.com|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160625000850/http://www.bmw.com/com/en/newvehicles/5series/gran_turismo/2009/allfacts/vehicle_concept/roominess.html|archive-date=25 June 2016|access-date=28 September 2017|df=dmy-all}} The cargo capacity is {{convert|439|litres|cuft|1|abbr=on}} with the seats raised, or {{convert|1801|litres|cuft|1|abbr=on}} with the rear seats flat and the partition stowed.{{cite web|title=First Drive: 2010 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo|url=http://www.motortrend.com/cars/bmw/5-series/2010/2010-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo-review/|website=www.motortrend.com|date=18 September 2009|access-date=22 September 2017|archive-date=23 September 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170923101313/http://www.motortrend.com/cars/bmw/5-series/2010/2010-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo-review/|url-status=live}}{{cite web|title=2010 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo REVIEW|url=https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/news/2010-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo-review/ar-BByTfW5|website=www.msn.com|access-date=22 September 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170923051203/http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/news/2010-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo-review/ar-BByTfW5|archive-date=23 September 2017|url-status=dead}} All F07 models use an 8-speed automatic transmission.{{cite web|title=The New BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo|url=http://www.automoblog.net/2009/05/25/the-new-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo/|website=www.automoblog.net|date=25 May 2009 |access-date=11 September 2017|archive-date=23 June 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170623231314/http://www.automoblog.net/2009/05/25/the-new-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo/|url-status=live}}

The 5 Series GT was introduced as the BMW Concept 5 Series Gran Turismo at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show{{cite web |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2009/02/13/geneva-preview-full-details-emerge-on-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo/ |title=Geneva Preview: Full details emerge on BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo Concept |website=www.autoblog.com |date=13 February 2009 |access-date=7 January 2017 |archive-date=15 August 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170815140036/https://www.autoblog.com/2009/02/13/geneva-preview-full-details-emerge-on-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo/ |url-status=live }}{{cite web|title=BMW Concept 5 Series Gran Turismo First Look|url=http://www.motortrend.com/news/bmw-concept-5-series-gran-turismo-first-look/|website=www.motortrend.com|date=13 February 2009|access-date=17 September 2017|archive-date=17 September 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170917123554/http://www.motortrend.com/news/bmw-concept-5-series-gran-turismo-first-look/|url-status=live}}{{cite web|title=BMW Concept 5 Series Gran Turismo|url=http://www.roadandtrack.com/car-shows/geneva-auto-show/news/a14559/bmw-concept-5-series-gran-turismo/|website=www.roadandtrack.com|date=3 March 2009|access-date=17 September 2017|archive-date=17 September 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170917143732/http://www.roadandtrack.com/car-shows/geneva-auto-show/news/a14559/bmw-concept-5-series-gran-turismo/|url-status=live}} and the production version was unveiled at the 2009 International Motor Show Germany in Frankfurt{{cite web|title=The BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo|url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0018600EN/the-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo|website=www.bmwgroup.com|access-date=17 September 2017|archive-date=10 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170810131001/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0018600EN/the-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo|url-status=live}} and sales began in the fourth quarter of 2009.{{cite web|url=http://www.bmwusa.com/standard/content/byo/default.aspx|title=Build Your Own |access-date=28 June 2010|website=www.bmwusa.com |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20100627085959/http://www.bmwusa.com/standard/content/byo/default.aspx| archive-date= 27 June 2010 | url-status=dead}}{{cite web |url=http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedans/112_0905_2010_bmw_5_series_gt_first_look/performance_safety_price.html |title=Motor Trend First Look: 2010 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo |website=www.motortrend.com |date=26 May 2009 |access-date=4 April 2011 |archive-date=12 August 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100812042807/http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedans/112_0905_2010_bmw_5_series_gt_first_look/performance_safety_price.html |url-status=live }} In most countries, the 5 Series GT was sold along with previous generation E60/E61 5 Series Saloon and wagon/estate models, therefore the 5 Series GT was the first model of the F10/F11/F07 generation to be launched.{{cite web|url=http://blogs.insideline.com/straightline/2009/11/2011-bmw-5-series-goes-on-sale-in-june-2010-gets-new-engines.html |title=2011 BMW 5 Series Goes on Sale in June 2010, Gets New Engines |website=www.insideline.com | archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20100407140730/http://blogs.insideline.com/straightline/2009/11/2011-bmw-5-series-goes-on-sale-in-june-2010-gets-new-engines.html| archive-date= 7 April 2010 | url-status= dead}} The F07 535i GT was the first model to use the N55 turbocharged straight-six engine, which replaced the N54.{{cite web|title=The BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo|url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0018600EN/the-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo|website=www.bmwgroup.com|access-date=10 August 2017|archive-date=10 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170810131001/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0018600EN/the-bmw-5-series-gran-turismo|url-status=live}}{{cite web|title=The latest BMW engine: N55 – found in the BMW 5 Series GT|url=http://www.bmwblog.com/2009/05/26/the-latest-bmw-engine-n55-found-in-the-bmw-5-series-gt/|website=www.bmwblog.com|date=26 May 2009|access-date=10 August 2017|archive-date=16 March 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163747/https://www.bmwblog.com/2009/05/26/the-latest-bmw-engine-n55-found-in-the-bmw-5-series-gt/|url-status=live}} Sales of all-wheel drive ("xDrive") models began in June 2010.{{cite web |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/15/beijing-preview-bmw-adding-all-wheel-drive-to-gran-turismo-line/ |title=Beijing Preview: BMW adding all-wheel drive to Gran Turismo line |website=www.autoblog.com |date=15 April 2010 |access-date=7 January 2017 |archive-date=8 January 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170108031807/http://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/15/beijing-preview-bmw-adding-all-wheel-drive-to-gran-turismo-line/ |url-status=live }}

For the following G30 generation, the Gran Turismo models were moved to the 6 Series model range and renamed the G32 6 Series Gran Turismo.{{cite web|title=G32 6 Series Gran Turismo launching in 2017|url=https://www.bmwblog.com/2016/11/30/g32-6-series-gran-turismo-launching-2017/|website=www.bmwblog.com|date=30 November 2016|access-date=13 September 2017|archive-date=16 March 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163755/https://www.bmwblog.com/2016/11/30/g32-6-series-gran-turismo-launching-2017/|url-status=live}}

A long wheelbase (LWB) version of the BMW 5 Series Saloon was developed for the Chinese market, as a lower cost alternative to the 7 Series. The wheelbase of the F18 is extended by {{cvt|14|cm|in|1}} over the standard 5 Series Saloon,{{cite web|title=BMW 5 Gets Even Longer in China: Brilliance-BMW Releases All-New 2011 5 Series|url=http://chinaautoweb.com/2010/08/brilliance-bmw-releases-long-wheelbase-2011-5-series/|website= ChinaAutoWeb.com |date = 2010-08-05 |archive-date=13 October 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171013224950/http://chinaautoweb.com/2010/08/brilliance-bmw-releases-long-wheelbase-2011-5-series/|url-status=dead }} resulting in an overall length of {{convert|5039|mm|in|0|abbr=on}}.{{cite web |title=2012 BMW (China) 5-Series F18 Hornet Sedan Long full range specs |url=https://www.automobile-catalog.com/make/bmw_china/5-series_f18/5-series_f18_1/2012.html |website=www.automobile-catalog.com |access-date=20 June 2020 |archive-date=16 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163802/https://www.automobile-catalog.com/make/bmw_china/5-series_f18/5-series_f18_1/2012.html |url-status=live }}

The F18 was assembled at BMW Plant Shenyang in Shenyang.{{cite web |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?title=the-new-long-wheelbase-bmw-5-series-sedan&outputChannelId=6&id=T0078720EN&left_menu_item=node__5969 |title=The New Long-Wheelbase BMW 5 Series Sedan |publisher=Press.bmwgroup.com |date=31 March 2010 |access-date=11 January 2013 |archive-date=16 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163808/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0078720EN/the-new-long-wheelbase-bmw-5-series-sedan |url-status=live }}

The F10 uses a more traditional BMW exterior styling approach compared with the controversial styling of its E60 5 Series predecessor.{{cite web|title=BMW 5-series (F10) unveiled|url=http://autoworld.com.my/news/2009/11/29/bmw-5-series-f10-unveiled/|website=www.autoworld.com.my|date=29 November 2009|access-date=14 April 2017|archive-date=14 April 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170414163901/http://autoworld.com.my/news/2009/11/29/bmw-5-series-f10-unveiled/|url-status=live}} The "Bangle butt" is removed,{{cite web|title=BMW F10 5 Series goes for a photoshoot in Portugal|url=http://www.bmwblog.com/2017/01/25/bmw-f10-5-series-goes-for-a-photoshoot-in-portugal/|website=www.bmwblog.com|date=25 January 2017|access-date=14 April 2017|archive-date=16 March 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163751/https://www.bmwblog.com/2017/01/25/bmw-f10-5-series-goes-for-a-photoshoot-in-portugal/|url-status=live}} a Hofmeister kink is present,{{cite web|title=BMW unveiled the new 5 series F10|url=http://www.automobilesreview.com/auto-news/bmw-unveiled-the-new-5-series-f10/19983/|website=www.automobilesreview.com|date=6 December 2009 |access-date=14 April 2017|archive-date=14 April 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170414164958/http://www.automobilesreview.com/auto-news/bmw-unveiled-the-new-5-series-f10/19983/|url-status=live}} a traditional kidney grill is used and crease lines are used on the bonnet (similar to the E39 5 Series and earlier generations).{{cite web|title=BMW 5 Series (F10)|url=https://www.autoevolution.com/cars/bmw-5-series-f10-2009.html#aeng_bmw-5-series-f10-2009-520i|website=www.autoevolution.com|access-date=14 April 2017|archive-date=11 April 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190411095835/https://www.autoevolution.com/cars/bmw-5-series-f10-2009.html#aeng_bmw-5-series-f10-2009-520i|url-status=live}} Reviews of the styling have ranged from slightly bland, to handsome and muscular.{{cite web|title=2010 BMW 5 Series Sedan Launched In Australia|url=http://www.themotorreport.com.au/46410/2010-bmw-5-series-sedan-528i-535i-550i-520d-model-range-specifications-and-pricing|website=www.themotorreport.com.au|access-date=14 April 2017|archive-date=14 April 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170414164838/http://www.themotorreport.com.au/46410/2010-bmw-5-series-sedan-528i-535i-550i-520d-model-range-specifications-and-pricing|url-status=live}}{{cite news|title=Two Fewer Cylinders, Not That You'll Notice|work=The New York Times |date=10 August 2012 |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2012/08/12/automobiles/bmw-528i-fewer-cylinders-not-that-youll-notice.html|access-date=14 April 2017|archive-date=14 April 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170414052807/http://www.nytimes.com/2012/08/12/automobiles/bmw-528i-fewer-cylinders-not-that-youll-notice.html|url-status=live |last1=Csere |first1=Csaba }}

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The interior features an updated iDrive system{{cite web|title=BMW 5-series F10/F11 review|url=https://www.driving.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw-5-series-mk-6-review-2010-on/|website=www.driving.co.uk|date=17 March 2014|access-date=14 April 2017|archive-date=14 April 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170414162636/https://www.driving.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw-5-series-mk-6-review-2010-on/|url-status=live}} and a {{convert|13|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} increase in rear knee-room for rear passengers. The F10 saw the return of the centre console being angled towards the driver,{{cite web |url=http://www.motorauthority.com/preview-2010-bmw-5-series-revealed.html |title=Preview: 2010 BMW 5-Series |website=www.motorauthority.com |access-date=25 July 2009 |archive-date=20 June 2009 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090620014134/http://www.motorauthority.com/preview-2010-bmw-5-series-revealed.html |url-status=dead }}{{cite web |url=http://www.bmwblog.com/2007/05/07/preview-2010-bmw-5-series-revealed/ |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120723103708/http://www.bmwblog.com/2007/05/07/preview-2010-bmw-5-series-revealed/ |url-status=dead |archive-date=23 July 2012 |title=Preview: 2010 BMW 5-series revealed |website=www.bmwblog.com |access-date=25 July 2009 }} as used on the 5 Series from 1981 to 2003.

The equipment available on the F10 includes regenerative braking, a driving mode selector ("Dynamic Drive Control" with Comfort, Normal, Sport and Sport+ modes, an 80 GB hard disk for navigation data and music storage,{{cite book|last1=BMW Media Information|title=The BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo|url=http://www.bimmerfile.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/bmw_5_series_gran_turismo_gb.pdf|access-date=22 September 2017|archive-date=23 September 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170923052014/http://www.bimmerfile.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/bmw_5_series_gran_turismo_gb.pdf|url-status=live}} Head-Up Display, radar cruise control which can completely stop the car and accelerate from a standstill ("Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go"),{{cite web|title=2010 535 Gran Turismo New Car Test Drive|url=https://www.autoblog.com/buy/2010-BMW-535+Gran+Turismo/expert-review/|website=www.autoblog.com|access-date=22 September 2017|archive-date=23 September 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170923095732/https://www.autoblog.com/buy/2010-BMW-535+Gran+Turismo/expert-review/|url-status=live}} blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning system, night vision{{cite web|title=2010 BMW 550i Gran Turismo review|url=https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/auto/2010-bmw-5-series/review/2/|website=www.cnet.com|access-date=22 September 2017|archive-date=23 September 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170923095600/https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/auto/2010-bmw-5-series/review/2/|url-status=live}} rear-wheel steering ("Integral Active Steering"),{{cite web|title=World Premiere: BMW 5 Series Facelift|url=https://www.bmwblog.com/2013/05/19/world-premiere-bmw-5-series-facelift/|website=www.bmwblog.com|date=18 May 2013|access-date=22 September 2017|archive-date=16 March 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163733/https://www.bmwblog.com/2013/05/19/world-premiere-bmw-5-series-facelift/|url-status=live}} side-facing cameras in the front bumper ("Sideview"),{{cite web |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2009/05/22/officially-official-bmw-drops-the-details-on-its-2010-5-series/ |title=Officially Official: BMW drops the details on its 2010 5 Series Gran Turismo |website=www.autoblog.com |date=22 May 2009 |access-date=4 April 2011 |archive-date=29 December 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101229140823/http://www.autoblog.com/2009/05/22/officially-official-bmw-drops-the-details-on-its-2010-5-series/ |url-status=live }} a virtual overhead graphic of the car to assist with parking ("Topview") and speed limit display, which uses a camera to recognise street signs and display the speed limit.{{cite book|last1=BMW UK|title=BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo Pricelist March 2012|url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/united-kingdom/article/detail/T0125651EN_GB/bmw-5-series-pricelist-march-2012|access-date=22 September 2017|archive-date=23 September 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170923051226/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/united-kingdom/article/detail/T0125651EN_GB/bmw-5-series-pricelist-march-2012|url-status=live}}

The full set of M Performance parts can be fitted to all Models with the M sport trim. These include blacked out grilles, a carbon fibre splitter, spoiler for Touring models, carbon fibre mirrors, side skirts only for M Sport models and an M Performance silencer for 535i models.

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The factory ratings are as follows:{{Cite web |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?title=specifications-bmw-5-series-sedan&outputChannelId=6&id=T0073753EN&left_menu_item=node__2235 |title=Specifications BMW 5 Series Sedan |access-date=15 January 2013 |archive-date=16 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163809/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0073753EN/specifications-bmw-5-series-sedan |url-status=live }}{{Cite web |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?title=specifications-of-the-new-bmw-5-series-touring-04-2010&outputChannelId=6&id=T0079878EN&left_menu_item=node__2236 |title=Specifications of the new BMW 5 Series Touring, 04/2010 |access-date=15 January 2013 |archive-date=16 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163740/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0079878EN/specifications-of-the-new-bmw-5-series-touring-04-2010 |url-status=live }}{{Cite web |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?title=specifications-bmw-5-series-sedan-09-2010&outputChannelId=6&id=T0082172EN&left_menu_item=node__2235 |title=Specifications BMW 5 Series Sedan, 09/2010 |access-date=15 January 2013 |archive-date=16 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163757/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0082172EN/specifications-bmw-5-series-sedan-09-2010 |url-status=live }}{{Cite web |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?title=specifications-bmw-5-series-touring-09-2010&outputChannelId=6&id=T0082170EN&left_menu_item=node__2236 |title=Specifications BMW 5 Series Touring, 09/2010 |access-date=15 January 2013 |archive-date=16 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163803/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0082170EN/specifications-bmw-5-series-touring-09-2010 |url-status=live }}{{Cite web |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?title=specifications-bmw-5-series-sedan-535i-xdrive-530d-xdrive-03-2011&outputChannelId=6&id=T0092859EN&left_menu_item=node__2235 |title=Specifications BMW 5 Series Sedan, 535i xDrive, 530d xDrive, 03/2011 |access-date=15 January 2013 |archive-date=16 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163803/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0092859EN/specifications-bmw-5-series-sedan-535i-xdrive-530d-xdrive-03-2011 |url-status=live }}{{Cite web |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?title=specifications-bmw-5-series-touring-530d-xdrive-03-2011&outputChannelId=6&id=T0092858EN&left_menu_item=node__2236 |title=Specifications BMW 5 Series Touring, 530d xDrive, 03/2011 |access-date=15 January 2013 |archive-date=16 March 2022 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2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163757/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0119134EN/specifications-bmw-5-series-sedan-09-2011|url-status=live}}{{cite web |title=Model selection: 5'F10 – saloon – 530i |url=http://www.realoem.com/bmw/en/select?product=P&archive=0&series=F10&body=Lim&model=530i&market=EUR&prod=20130600 |website=www.realoem.com |access-date=7 May 2019 |language=en |archive-date=16 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163759/https://www.realoem.com/bmw/en/select?product=P&archive=0&series=F10&body=Lim&model=530i&market=EUR&prod=20130600 |url-status=live }}

In Europe, the naturally aspirated six-cylinder models used the direct-injection BMW N53 engine, however many countries outside Europe continued to use the older BMW N52 engine instead, due to high sulfur levels in the locally available petrol. In Greece and Turkey, the 520i model used the 1.6 litre version of the BMW N20 four-cylinder engine, which produced {{cvt|170|PS|kW PS hp|0|order=out}} at 5,000 rpm and {{convert|250|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 1,500–4,700 rpm.{{cite web|title=BMW 5 Serisi Sedan: Teknik Veriler |url=http://www.bmw.com.tr/tr/en/newvehicles/5series/sedan/2013/showroom/technical_data/ |website=www.bmw.com.tr |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131025191113/http://www.bmw.com.tr/tr/en/newvehicles/5series/sedan/2013/showroom/technical_data/ |archive-date=25 October 2013 |language=tr |url-status=dead }}

The factory ratings are as follows:{{cite web |url=http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw/bmw-5-series-518d-2014-review/ |title=BMW 5-series 518d (2014) review |publisher=CAR Magazine |date=20 December 2013 |access-date=28 June 2015 |first=James |last=Taylor |archive-date=1 July 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150701025847/http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw/bmw-5-series-518d-2014-review/ |url-status=live }}{{cite web |url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/5-series/first-drives/bmw-518d-saloon-first-drive-review |title=2014 BMW 518d saloon first drive review |publisher=Autocar |date=17 September 2014 |access-date=28 June 2015 |first=Lewis |last=Kingston |archive-date=30 June 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150630210703/http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/5-series/first-drives/bmw-518d-saloon-first-drive-review |url-status=live }}{{cite web |url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/5-series/first-drives/bmw-520d-se-saloon-auto-review |title=2014 BMW 520d SE Saloon Auto review |publisher=Autocar |date=25 November 2014 |access-date=28 June 2015 |archive-date=30 June 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150630210618/http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/5-series/first-drives/bmw-520d-se-saloon-auto-review |url-status=live }}

For the 530d model, an M Performance Kit was offered in some markets, which increased power to {{convert|210|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} and torque to {{convert|600|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}.

North American 535d models used the {{convert|190|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} engine from the European-specification 530d models.

Transmission options for the model range (excluding the M5) were a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed ZF 8HP automatic. The M5 uses a 7-speed dual clutch transmission (with a 6-speed manual also being available in the United States and Canada).{{cite web |title=Bad News for BMW M5 Buyers Who Want a Manual |url=https://www.thedrive.com/news/2886/bad-news-for-bmw-m5-buyers-who-want-a-manual |website=www.thedrive.com |date=6 April 2016 |access-date=19 June 2020 |archive-date=22 June 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200622070840/https://www.thedrive.com/news/2886/bad-news-for-bmw-m5-buyers-who-want-a-manual |url-status=live }}

The F10 uses the same platform as the F01 7 Series.{{cite web|title=The New BMW 5 Series Sedan: Perfect Symbiosis of Aesthetic Design and Dynamic Performance.|url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0071853EN/the-new-bmw-5-series-sedan:-perfect-symbiosis-of-aesthetic-design-and-dynamic-performance|website=www.press.bmwgroup.com|access-date=22 December 2017|language=en|archive-date=23 December 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171223043830/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0071853EN/the-new-bmw-5-series-sedan:-perfect-symbiosis-of-aesthetic-design-and-dynamic-performance|url-status=live}}{{cite web |last=Kiino |first=Ron |url=http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedans/1206_six_cylinder_midsize_luxury_sedans/viewall.html |title=Six-Cylinder Midsize Luxury Sedan Comparison – Audi A6, BMW 535i, Lexus GS 350, Infiniti M37 |date=9 April 2012 |publisher=Motor Trend |access-date=11 January 2013 |archive-date=29 December 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121229174741/http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedans/1206_six_cylinder_midsize_luxury_sedans/viewall.html |url-status=live }} Front suspension is double wishbone with double-pivot lower arms (previous 5 Series generations used Macpherson struts).{{cite web|title=2011 BMW 5-Series Specifications|url=http://www.jbcarpages.com/bmw/5series/2011/specs/|website=www.jbcarpages.com|access-date=11 September 2017|archive-date=1 July 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170701212202/http://www.jbcarpages.com/bmw/5series/2011/specs/|url-status=live}} Rear suspension is a multi-link design with 5 links called "Integral V".

Most suspension components are made from aluminium. The chassis is constructed from various grades of steel and the body is 55% stiffer than its E60 predecessor. Compared with the aluminium front structure used by the E60, the F10's steel components are heavier but cheaper to produce and repair. To reduce weight, the bonnet, front fenders and doors are made from aluminium.

The rear-wheel drive version of the 2011 535i has a rollover risk of 9.3% and a 5 of 5 stars overall safety rating.{{cite web|title=2011 BMW 535i 4 dr rwd|url=https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2011/BMW/535I/4%252520DR/RWD#safety-ratings-rollover|website=www.nhtsa.gov|access-date=8 August 2017|archive-date=8 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170808073800/https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2011/BMW/535I/4%252520DR/RWD#safety-ratings-rollover|url-status=live}}

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The M5 model of the F10 generation was initially powered by a version of the BMW S63 twin-turbocharged V8 engine rated at {{convert|412|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} at 6,000 – 7,000 rpm and a maximum torque of {{convert|680|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} from 1,500 – 5,750 rpm.{{cite press release |title=The New BMW M5 |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html;jsessionid=QLngQqPVnZJqyqJLclt2cjfvBvs9pN8YvnkgCgbvtw7sCnL1HNqp!1223783599?title=the-new-bmw-m5&outputChannelId=6&id=T0113556EN&left_menu_item=node__2249 |date=15 June 2011 |website=www.bmwgroup.com |access-date=16 November 2013 |archive-date=16 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163757/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0113556EN/the-new-bmw-m5 |url-status=live }} The official {{convert|0|-|100|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} time is 4.4 seconds.{{cite web|url=http://www.bmw.com:80/com/en/newvehicles/mseries/m5sedan/2011/showroom/technical_data/index.html |title=BMW M5 Sedan Technical Data |publisher=BMW AG |access-date=4 July 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110619220439/http://www.bmw.com/com/en/newvehicles/mseries/m5sedan/2011/showroom/technical_data/index.html |archive-date=19 June 2011 |url-status=dead }} The top speed is electronically limited to {{convert|250|km/h|0|abbr=on}}, which could be increased to {{convert|305|km/h|0|abbr=on}} if the M Driver's Package was purchased.{{cite web|title=The new BMW M5.|url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0121654EN/the-new-bmw-m5|website=press.bmwgroup.com|access-date=4 July 2017|archive-date=14 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170814145305/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0121654EN/the-new-bmw-m5|url-status=live}}

A seven-speed dual-clutch transmission ("M-DCT") is used,{{cite web|url=http://www.insideline.com/bmw/m5/2012/rendered-2012-bmw-m5.html |title=Rendered: 2012 BMW M5 |publisher=Insideline.com |date=1 February 2010 |access-date=3 October 2010| archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20101015221106/http://www.insideline.com/bmw/m5/2012/rendered-2012-bmw-m5.html| archive-date= 15 October 2010 | url-status= live}} along with a limited slip differential that can provide torque vectoring between the rear wheels.{{cite web|url=http://www.motortrend.com/news/2012-bmw-m5-first-drive/|title=2012 BMW M5 First Drive|date=3 October 2011|publisher=Motor Trend|author=Scott Mortara|access-date=14 August 2017|archive-date=13 July 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160713034438/http://www.motortrend.com/news/2012-bmw-m5-first-drive/|url-status=live}} In North America, the M5 was available with a 6-speed manual transmission, the only market to be offered this option.{{cite web|title=It's Last Call for the Manual-Transmission BMW M5|url=http://blog.caranddriver.com/its-last-call-for-the-manual-transmission-bmw-m5/|website=caranddriver.com|access-date=4 July 2017|archive-date=13 July 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170713203554/http://blog.caranddriver.com/its-last-call-for-the-manual-transmission-bmw-m5/|url-status=live}}{{cite web |url=http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1057371_report-u-s--spec-2012-bmw-m5-will-get-manual-transmission |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120906204539/http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1057371_report-u-s--spec-2012-bmw-m5-will-get-manual-transmission |url-status=dead |archive-date=6 September 2012 |title=2012 M5 will get manual transmission |publisher=Motorauthority.com |date=25 March 2011 |access-date=10 August 2011 }}

In 2014, BMW introduced a "Competition Package" version, with power output raised to {{convert|441|kW|bhp|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|700|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} of torque.{{cite web|title=30 years of the BMW M5|url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0178809EN/30-years-of-the-bmw-m5|website=BMW PressClub|publisher=BMW AG|date=2014-07-05|access-date=2020-10-23|archive-date=14 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170814142522/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0178809EN/30-years-of-the-bmw-m5|url-status=live}}

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Alpina produced two variants of the F10/F11 5 Series, the petrol-engined B5 and diesel-engined D5.

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The B5 is based on the 550i and is powered by an Alpina-modified version of the BMW N63 twin-turbo V8 engine. The original B5, which was unveiled at the 2010 Goodwood Festival of Speed, produced {{convert|373|kW|bhp|abbr=on}} and {{convert|700|Nm|lbft|abbr=on}}. The transmission is an 8-speed automatic.{{cite web|title=F10 Alpina B5 BiTurbo Unveiled|url=http://www.bmwblog.com/2010/07/01/f10-alpina-b5-biturbo-unveiled/|website=www.bmwblog.com|date=July 2010|access-date=13 August 2017}}{{Dead link|date=February 2022 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}

Alpina unveiled an updated B5 at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. Power had been uprated to {{convert|397|kW|bhp|abbr=on}} and torque to {{convert|730|Nm|lbft|abbr=on}}.{{cite web|title=BMW 5 Series F10/F11|url=http://www.alpina-automobiles.com/en/product-world/model-history/bmw-5-series/bmw-5-series-f1011/|website=www.alpina-automobiles.com|access-date=13 August 2017|archive-date=14 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170814135651/http://www.alpina-automobiles.com/en/product-world/model-history/bmw-5-series/bmw-5-series-f1011/|url-status=live}} During 2015, Alpina sold the B5 Bi-Turbo Edition 50, which marked the company's 50th year in operation. The Edition 50 uses an upgraded engine which produces {{convert|441|kW|bhp|abbr=on}} and {{convert|800|Nm|lbft|abbr=on}}.{{cite web|title=Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo Edition 50 review – the fastest 5-series money can buy|url=http://www.evo.co.uk/alpina/b5/16292/alpina-b5-bi-turbo-edition-50-review-the-fastest-5-series-money-can-buy|website=www.evo.co.uk|access-date=13 August 2017|archive-date=14 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170814174405/http://www.evo.co.uk/alpina/b5/16292/alpina-b5-bi-turbo-edition-50-review-the-fastest-5-series-money-can-buy|url-status=live}} The standard B5 received this same engine for the B5's last year of production, 2016.{{cite web |url=https://www.topgear.com/car-news/modified/alpina-b5 |title=Alpina B5 |work=Top Gear |date=21 June 2010 |access-date=30 December 2018 |archive-date=12 December 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181212005437/https://www.topgear.com/car-news/modified/alpina-b5 |url-status=live }}{{cite web |url=http://blog.caranddriver.com/bmw-alpina-b5-biturbo-revised-the-other-hot-5-series-geneva-auto-show/ |title=BMW Alpina B5 Biturbo Revised: The Other Hot 5-series |work=Blog.caranddriver.com |date=7 March 2012 |access-date=30 December 2018 |archive-date=23 July 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170723143554/http://blog.caranddriver.com/bmw-alpina-b5-biturbo-revised-the-other-hot-5-series-geneva-auto-show/ |url-status=live }}{{cite web |url=http://www.alpina-automobiles.com/en/product-world/model-history/bmw-5-series/bmw-5-series-f1011/ |title=BMW 5 Series F10/11 |publisher=ALPINA Automobiles |access-date=30 December 2018 |archive-date=30 January 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190130051211/https://www.alpina-automobiles.com/en/product-world/model-history/bmw-5-series/bmw-5-series-f1011/ |url-status=live }}

; D5 Bi-Turbo

The D5 Bi-Turbo is based on the 535d. It is powered by Alpina-modified version of the BMW N57 turbo straight-6 engine, which produces {{convert|257|kW|bhp|abbr=on}} and {{convert|700|Nm|lbft|abbr=on}}.

File:BMW 5-Series F18 Le 03 China 2016-04-17.jpg

The 530Le is a plug-in hybrid version F18 long-wheelbase saloon, which was produced solely for the Chinese market.{{cite web|title=5'F18 LCI 530Le model selection|url=http://www.realoem.com/bmw/en/select?product=P&archive=0&series=F18N&body=Lim&model=530Le|website=www.realoem.com|access-date=13 August 2017|archive-date=14 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170814142538/http://www.realoem.com/bmw/en/select?product=P&archive=0&series=F18N&body=Lim&model=530Le|url-status=live}}

It was unveiled at the 2014 Guangzhou Shaniry Auto Show. It was powered by BMW's {{convert|160|kW|bhp|abbr=on}} N20 working in conjunction with an electric motor with a maximum output of {{convert|70|kW|0|abbr=on}}. In pure-electric mode the 530Le can reach a maximum speed of {{convert|120|kph|mph|0|abbr=on}} and has a maximum range of {{convert|58|km|mi|0|abbr=on}}. Combined fuel consumption is {{convert|2.1|L/100km|abbr=on}}.{{cite web |url=http://www.bmwblog.com/2014/11/24/bmw-530le-plug-hybrid-makes-debut-china/ |title=BMW 530Le plug-in hybrid makes its debut in China |work=Bmwblog.com |date=24 November 2014 |access-date=30 December 2018 |archive-date=16 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163821/https://www.bmwblog.com/2014/11/24/bmw-530le-plug-hybrid-makes-debut-china/ |url-status=live }}

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File:BMW ActiveHybrid5 (F10) front.JPG

File:2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5.jpg

The ActiveHybrid is a hybrid version of the 5 Series based on the 535i Saloon. It was previewed by the Concept 5 Series ActiveHybrid at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show{{cite web |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0077938EN/the-new-bmw-concept-5-series-activehybrid?language=en |title=The new BMW Concept 5 Series ActiveHybrid |publisher=Press.bmwgroup.com |date=28 November 2018 |access-date=30 December 2018 |archive-date=30 December 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181230181119/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0077938EN/the-new-bmw-concept-5-series-activehybrid?language=en |url-status=live }} and produced from 2011 to 2016.

The production ActiveHybrid 5 features a synchronous electric motor integrated into the housing of the automatic gearbox. This is combined with the turbocharged 3.0 litre straight-six engine from the 535i.{{cite web|title=BMW ActiveHybrid 5 2011–2015 design & styling|url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/activehybrid-5-2011-2015/design|website=www.autocar.co.uk|access-date=13 August 2017|archive-date=14 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170814145158/https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bmw/activehybrid-5-2011-2015/design|url-status=live}} The electric motor produces {{convert|40|kW|bhp|abbr=on}} and {{convert|210|Nm|lbft|abbr=on}} of torque. The lithium-ion battery has its own cooling system and has a capacity of 1.35 kWh. Due to the presence of the battery, luggage space is reduced from 520 litres to 375 litres.

Electric-only mode can be used at speeds of up to {{convert|60|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}.{{cite web|title=2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5|url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2012-bmw-activehybrid-5-test-review|website=www.caranddriver.com|date=12 December 2012|access-date=13 August 2017|archive-date=14 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170814140715/http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2012-bmw-activehybrid-5-test-review|url-status=live}} The ActiveHybrid 5 includes a start-stop system and a coasting mode.{{cite web|title=2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5|url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2012-bmw-activehybrid-5-first-drive-review|website=www.caranddriver.com|date=12 March 2012|access-date=13 August 2017|archive-date=14 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170814135207/http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2012-bmw-activehybrid-5-first-drive-review|url-status=live}} BMW claims the ActiveHybrid 5 is capable of an electric-only range of {{convert|4|km|mi|abbr=on}}.{{cite web |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?title=the-new-bmw-activehybrid-5&outputChannelId=6&id=T0124224EN&left_menu_item=node__2234 |title=The new BMW ActiveHybrid 5 |publisher=Press.bmwgroup.com |date=28 January 2012 |access-date=11 January 2013 |archive-date=16 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163807/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0124224EN/the-new-bmw-activehybrid-5 |url-status=live }}

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rated the 2013 model year ActiveHybrid 5 with a combined fuel economy of {{convert|26|mpgUS|abbr=on}}, with {{convert|23|mpgUS|abbr=on}} in the city, and {{convert|30|mpgUS|abbr=on}} in highway.{{cite web|url=http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/Find.do?action=sbs&id=30193&id=33073&id=32073|title=Hybrid Vehicles: Compare side-by-side|publisher=U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency|access-date=29 September 2012|archive-date=4 March 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304113435/http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/Find.do?action=sbs&id=30193&id=33073&id=32073|url-status=live}} The fuel-saving technologies reduces fuel consumption and emissions by more than 10%.{{cite web|title=BMW to Unveil Concept 5 Series ActiveHybrid at Geneva|url=http://www.greencarcongress.com/2010/02/5hybrid-20100226.html|website=www.greencarcongress.com|access-date=11 September 2017|archive-date=20 June 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170620103605/http://www.greencarcongress.com/2010/02/5hybrid-20100226.html|url-status=live}}

File:BMW M550d xDrive in der BMW Welt.jpg

The M550d xDrive is the highest diesel-engined model, and was produced in Saloon and Touring body styles. It was a launch model for the "M Performance" sub-brand – alongside the X5 M50d and X6 M50d – at the 2012 Geneva International Motor Show{{cite web |url=http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=658103 |title=2012 Geneva: BMW M550d xDrive World Premiere |work=F10.5post.com |access-date=30 December 2018 |archive-date=19 June 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180619063336/http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=658103 |url-status=live }} and was produced until 2016. The M550d is powered by the N57S triple-turbo straight-6 diesel engine. The N57S produces {{convert|280|kW|bhp|abbr=on}} and {{convert|740|Nm|lbft|abbr=on}}, resulting in a claimed 0 to {{convert|100|km/h|mph|abbr=on}} acceleration of 4.7s (4.9s for the Touring). The transmission is a ZF 8HP 8-speed automatic{{Cite web|url=http://www.m-power.com/_open/s/varlink1.jsp?id=2655&lang=en|title=BMW M automobile and M Performance automobile|access-date=16 April 2017|archive-date=17 April 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170417154539/http://www.m-power.com/_open/s/varlink1.jsp?id=2655&lang=en|url-status=live}} and all models are all-wheel drive ("xDrive").

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• 520i model introduced, the first 5 Series to be powered by a four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine.{{Cite web |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?title=the-new-bmw-5-series-engines-new-diversity-extends-leadership-on-efficiency-and-driving-enjoyment&outputChannelId=6&id=T0122401EN&left_menu_item=node__2236 |title=The new BMW 5 Series engines: New diversity extends leadership on efficiency and driving enjoyment. |access-date=15 January 2013 |archive-date=16 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220316163817/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0122401EN/the-new-bmw-5-series-engines-new-diversity-extends-leadership-on-efficiency-and-driving-enjoyment |url-status=live }}{{cite web |title=Model selection – 5'F10 – Saloon – 520i |url=https://www.realoem.com/bmw/en/select?product=P&archive=0&series=F10&body=Lim&model=520i&market=MYS |website=www.realoem.com |access-date=8 June 2020 |archive-date=8 June 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200608011251/https://www.realoem.com/bmw/en/select?product=P&archive=0&series=F10&body=Lim&model=520i&market=MYS |url-status=live }}
• ActiveHybrid 5 introduced, the first hybrid-powered 5 Series.{{cite web |title=2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a15117417/2012-bmw-activehybrid-5-test-review/ |website=www.caranddriver.com |access-date=8 June 2020 |date=12 December 2012 |archive-date=8 June 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200608011303/https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a15117417/2012-bmw-activehybrid-5-test-review/ |url-status=live }}{{cite web |title=BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (2012) review |url=https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw/bmw-activehybrid-5-2012-review/ |website=www.carmagazine.co.uk |access-date=8 June 2020 |language=en |archive-date=8 June 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200608011254/https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/bmw/bmw-activehybrid-5-2012-review/ |url-status=live }}
• "BMW ConnectedDrive" introduced, including an upgraded Head-Up Display, Real-Time Traffic Information and hands-free opening of the tailgate or rear window.{{Cite web |url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?title=bmw-model-year-update-measures-for-march-2012&outputChannelId=6&id=T0124299EN&left_menu_item=node__2235 |title=BMW model year update measures for March 2012. |access-date=15 January 2013 |archive-date=28 October 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211028210219/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0124299EN/bmw-model-year-update-measures-for-march-2012 |url-status=live }}

The F10 facelift{{cite web|url=https://www.bmwbrochures.co.uk/5S-Saloon/files/inc/328e68b828.pdf|website=BMWbrochures|title=THE NEW BMW 5 Series saloon|access-date=9 October 2020|archive-date=12 July 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190712213918/http://www.bmwbrochures.co.uk/5S-Saloon/files/inc/328e68b828.pdf|url-status=live}} (also known as LCI) models began production in July 2013.{{cite web|title=5'F10 model selection|url=http://www.realoem.com/bmw/en/select?product=P&archive=0&series=F10&body=Lim&model=528i|website=www.realoem.com|access-date=16 August 2017|archive-date=16 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170816152301/http://www.realoem.com/bmw/en/select?product=P&archive=0&series=F10&body=Lim&model=528i|url-status=live}} Changes include:* {{cite web|title=2014 BMW 5-Series review|url=https://www.topspeed.com/cars/bmw/2014-bmw-5-series/|website=TopSpeed.com|date=30 October 2012|access-date=16 August 2017|archive-date=28 October 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211028210218/https://www.topspeed.com/cars/bmw/2014-bmw-5-series-ar137206.html|url-status=live}}

• {{cite web|title=2014 BMW 5-Series|url=http://www.motortrend.com/cars/bmw/5-series/2014/|website=www.motortrend.com|access-date=16 August 2017|archive-date=16 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170816153744/http://www.motortrend.com/cars/bmw/5-series/2014/|url-status=live}}
• {{cite web|title=2014 BMW 5 Series: New Car Review|url=https://www.autotrader.com/car-reviews/2014-bmw-5-series-new-car-review-217414|website=www.autotrader.com|access-date=16 August 2017|archive-date=16 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170816152216/https://www.autotrader.com/car-reviews/2014-bmw-5-series-new-car-review-217414|url-status=live}}
• {{cite web|title=2014 BMW 530d First Drive|url=https://www.edmunds.com/bmw/5-series/2014/road-test.html|website=www.edmunds.com|access-date=16 August 2017|archive-date=16 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170816151444/https://www.edmunds.com/bmw/5-series/2014/road-test.html|url-status=live}}
• {{cite web|title=2014 BMW 5 Series Model Year Changes|url=http://www.bmwblog.com/2013/10/17/2014-bmw-5-series-model-year-changes/|website=www.bmwblog.com|date=17 October 2013|access-date=16 August 2017|archive-date=28 October 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211028210209/https://tempest.services.disqus.com/ads-iframe/lazyload/?position=top&shortname=bmwblog&experiment=lazyload&variant=active&service=dynamic&anchorColor=%230068a0&colorScheme=light&sourceUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bmwblog.com%2F2013%2F10%2F17%2F2014-bmw-5-series-model-year-changes%2F&typeface=sans-serif&canonicalUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bmwblog.com%2F2013%2F10%2F17%2F2014-bmw-5-series-model-year-changes%2F&disqus_version=current|url-status=live}}
• {{cite web|title=BMW 5 Series GT Facelift – World Premiere|url=https://www.bmwblog.com/2013/05/19/bmw-5-series-gt-facelift-world-premiere/|website=www.bmwblog.com|date=18 May 2013|access-date=28 September 2017|archive-date=28 October 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211028210210/https://quantcast.mgr.consensu.org/choice/7cAWW_17TtN4Q/www.bmwblog.com/choice.js|url-status=live}}
• {{cite web|title=BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo LCI specs|url=https://www.autoevolution.com/cars/bmw-5-series-gran-turismo-lci-2013.html|website=www.autoevolution.com|access-date=28 September 2017|archive-date=28 September 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170928150225/https://www.autoevolution.com/cars/bmw-5-series-gran-turismo-lci-2013.html|url-status=live}}
• {{cite web|title=2014 BMW 5 Series GT Review|url=https://www.topspeed.com/cars/bmw/2014-bmw-5-series-gt/|website=TopSpeed.com|date=5 November 2012|access-date=28 September 2017|archive-date=28 October 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211028210221/https://www.topspeed.com/cars/bmw/2014-bmw-5-series-gt-ar137489.html|url-status=live}}
• 518d model introduced
• 550i engine upgraded to N63B44O2, increasing power to {{convert|331|kW|bhp|0|abbr=on}}
• Bi-Xenon headlights with washers fitted as standard, revised tail-lights, optional LED and or adaptive headlights and fog lights as options
• Improved Stop/Start system
• Improved auto transmission features (coasting in idle, connected shift)
• Improved and additional driver assistance systems
• Improved electronic handbrake
• Tablets available for rear seat passengers
• Minor exterior styling changes.
• Turn signal repeater integrated into wing mirrors
• Upgraded iDrive with touchpad added to the top of the iDrive controller
• Gran Turismo models use a revised tailgate and have an increase in luggage capacity by {{convert|60|litres|cuft|1|abbr=on}}

File:BMW 520d in Zeeuws Vlaanderen (cropped).JPG |Pre-facelift: front

File:2010 BMW 528i (F10) sedan 01.jpg |Pre-facelift: rear

File:Ennen Lippujuhlan päivän 2017 paraatin alkua 07 arvovieraiden saattue (cropped).JPG |Post-facelift: front

File:2015 BMW 528i (5 Series, F10) M Sport 4-door sedan (19734753872).jpg |Post-facelift: rear

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Production of the F10 occurred at the BMW Group Plant Dingolfing in Germany and at the BMW Brilliance plant in China.{{cite book|last1=BMW|title=BMW Group Plant Dingolfing|date=March 2016|url=http://www.bmwgroup-plants.com/content/dam/bmwwerke/bmwgroup_werke_com/Dingolfing/EN_Werksbroschuere_DGF_2014_Web_96dpi.pdf.asset.1461080994647.pdf|access-date=28 September 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170928150736/http://www.bmwgroup-plants.com/content/dam/bmwwerke/bmwgroup_werke_com/Dingolfing/EN_Werksbroschuere_DGF_2014_Web_96dpi.pdf.asset.1461080994647.pdf|archive-date=28 September 2017|url-status=dead}}{{cite web |url=http://www.bmwarchiv.de/e-code/f07.html |title=BMW F07 Platform Information |website=www.bmwarchiv.de |access-date=4 April 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090415164953/http://www.bmwarchiv.de/e-code/f07.html |archive-date=15 April 2009 |url-status=dead }}{{cite web |url=http://www.brillianceauto.com/brands/bmw.html |title=Brands and Products – BMW Vehicles & SAVs |website=www.brillianceauto.com |access-date=5 June 2010 |archive-date=8 July 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110708093746/http://www.brillianceauto.com/brands/bmw.html |url-status=live }} Series production began on 7 January 2010{{Cite web|url=https://www.motorsport-total.com/auto/news/vorstellung-fuer-bmw-ist-der-neue-5er-ein-meilenstein-10012303|title=Vorstellung: Für BMW ist der neue 5er ein Meilenstein|access-date=7 May 2020|archive-date=22 June 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200622072520/https://www.motorsport-total.com/auto/news/vorstellung-fuer-bmw-ist-der-neue-5er-ein-meilenstein-10012303|url-status=live}}{{failed verification|date=June 2020|reason=Source states January as when the model was announced, not series production beginning}}{{failed verification|date=June 2020|reason= This page covers the F11, which began production after the F07.}} and the last F10 generation car was produced in February 2017.{{cite web |title=Model selection – 5'F11 LCI – Touring – 520i – EUR – 02/2017 |url=https://www.realoem.com/bmw/en/select?product=P&archive=0&series=F11N&body=tou&model=520i&market=EUR&prod=20170200 |website=www.realoem.com |access-date=16 June 2020 |archive-date=16 June 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200616094200/https://www.realoem.com/bmw/en/select?product=P&archive=0&series=F11N&body=tou&model=520i&market=EUR&prod=20170200 |url-status=live }}

Complete knock-down assembly of German-produced kits took place in Thailand,{{cite web|url=http://www.pattayamail.com/features/bmw-group-manufacturing-thailand-announces-11-billion-baht-rayong-plant-expansion-51081 |title=BMW Group Manufacturing Thailand announces 1.1 billion baht Rayong plant expansion |publisher=pattayamail.com |date=9 September 2015 |access-date=3 January 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170103142946/http://www.pattayamail.com/features/bmw-group-manufacturing-thailand-announces-11-billion-baht-rayong-plant-expansion-51081 |archive-date=3 January 2017 |url-status=live }} Malaysia,{{cite web|author=Danny Tan |url=http://paultan.org/2017/01/03/bmw-malaysia-prices-up-for-2017-certain-models-costlier-by-up-to-rm6k-330i-m-sport-dropped/ |title=BMW Malaysia prices up for 2017 – certain models costlier by up to RM6k, 330i M Sport dropped |publisher=Driven Communications |date=3 January 2016 |access-date=3 January 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170103144520/http://paultan.org/2017/01/03/bmw-malaysia-prices-up-for-2017-certain-models-costlier-by-up-to-rm6k-330i-m-sport-dropped/ |archive-date=3 January 2017 |url-status=live }} Egypt,{{cite web|title=BMW 7 SERIES TO BE ADDED TO PRODUCTION IN CAIRO FROM 2ND HALF OF 2006|url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/article/detail/T0017605EN_US/bmw-7-series-to-be-added-to-production-in-cairo-from-2nd-half-of-2006|website=www.press.bmwgroup.com|access-date=24 March 2018|archive-date=3 May 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190503080310/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/usa/article/detail/T0017605EN_US/bmw-7-series-to-be-added-to-production-in-cairo-from-2nd-half-of-2006|url-status=live}}

India,{{cite web|title=BMW India|url=http://www.bmw.in/in/en/_teaserpool/download/insights/pdf/BMW_India_Company_Profile.pdf|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091229205610/http://www.bmw.in/in/en/_teaserpool/download/insights/pdf/BMW_India_Company_Profile.pdf|archive-date=29 December 2009|access-date=25 May 2010}} Indonesia{{cite web|title=BMW X3 now assembled in Indonesia.|url=https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/asia/article/detail/T0126705EN/bmw-x3-now-assembled-in-indonesia?language=en|website=www.press.bmwgroup.com|access-date=24 March 2018|language=en|archive-date=12 June 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180612135758/https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/asia/article/detail/T0126705EN/bmw-x3-now-assembled-in-indonesia?language=en|url-status=live}} and Russia.{{cite web | title=Luxury carmakers battle to impress Russian buyers | website=Reuters | date=28 August 2008 | url=https://www.reuters.com/article/lifestyle/luxury-carmakers-battle-to-impress-russian-buyers-idUSLR699061/ | access-date=27 September 2024}}

The 2010 530d received five stars overall in its Euro NCAP test.{{cite web|title=Official BMW 5 series 2010 safety ratings|url=http://www.euroncap.com/en/results/bmw/5-series/11004|website=www.euroncap.com|access-date=16 August 2017|archive-date=16 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170816191218/https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/bmw/5-series/11004|url-status=live}}

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In 2011, BMW North America released an advertisement called "Refuel" to promote the F10's fuel economy and re-introduce BMW's traditional "Ultimate Driving Machine" motto. The ad features an F10 Saloon and a jet plane.{{Cite web |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/29/adspotting-bmw-5-series-refuel-reintroduces-us-to-the-ultimat/ |title=AdSpotting: BMW 5 Series "Refuel" reintroduces us to The Ultimate Driving Machine |date=29 April 2011 |access-date=15 January 2013 |archive-date=26 December 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111226190801/http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/29/adspotting-bmw-5-series-refuel-reintroduces-us-to-the-ultimat/ |url-status=live }}

BMW Canada's advertisement for the launch of the F10 M5 in 2012 is a 2-minute video called "Bullet". The advertisement shows the M5 launching from a tube and destroying several targets in its path.{{cite web |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2012/06/22/the-bmw-m5-bullet-commercial-thats-too-good-to-miss/ |title=The BMW M5 "Bullet" commercial that's too good to miss |website=www.autoblog.com |date=22 June 2012 |access-date=17 August 2012 |archive-date=14 July 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120714070652/http://www.autoblog.com/2012/06/22/the-bmw-m5-bullet-commercial-thats-too-good-to-miss/ |url-status=live }} In December 2011, the F10 M5 featured in a commercial where an illustrator attempted to draw a Christmas card in the M5 while it was being driven around the Circuit de l'Anneau Du Rhin.{{cite web |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/21/bmw-makes-a-christmas-card-the-m-way/ |title=BMW makes a Christmas card the M way |date=21 December 2011 |publisher=Autoblog.com |access-date=17 August 2012 |archive-date=23 April 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120423033031/http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/21/bmw-makes-a-christmas-card-the-m-way/ |url-status=live }} A movie featuring an M5 prototype driving in snow was also produced.{{cite web |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2011/03/15/video-bmw-releases-official-m5-flick/ |title=Video: BMW releases official M5 flick |date=15 March 2011 |publisher=Autoblog.com |access-date=17 August 2012 |archive-date=19 March 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110319164318/http://www.autoblog.com/2011/03/15/video-bmw-releases-official-m5-flick/ |url-status=live }}

The F10 M5 was also used as a Nürburgring Ring Taxi.{{cite web|title=Exclusive: F10 BMW M5 Ring Taxi First Photos|url=http://www.bmwblog.com/2011/06/24/exclusive-f10-bmw-m5-ring-taxi-first-photos/|website=www.bmwblog.com|date=24 June 2011|access-date=19 August 2017|archive-date=28 October 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211028210204/https://quantcast.mgr.consensu.org/choice/7cAWW_17TtN4Q/www.bmwblog.com/choice.js|url-status=live}} It was unveiled at the 2011 Goodwood Festival of Speed and replaced the E90 M3 as Ring Taxi in April 2012.{{cite web |url=http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2012/04/bmw-m5-becomes-newest-nurburgring-taxi.html |title=BMW M5 Becomes Newest Nurburgring Taxi |publisher=Autoguide.com |date=11 July 2012 |access-date=17 August 2012 |archive-date=30 August 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120830131610/http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2012/04/bmw-m5-becomes-newest-nurburgring-taxi.html |url-status=live }}{{cite web|title=BMW M5 – 2011 Goodwood FOS Launch|url=http://nurburgringdrivers.com/bmw-m5-f10-2011/|website=www.nurburgringdrivers.com|access-date=19 August 2017|archive-date=19 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170819150512/http://nurburgringdrivers.com/bmw-m5-f10-2011/|url-status=dead}}

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