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The new BMW 520D M Sport is probably the “Ultimate Diesel Driving Machine”. There it attracted your attention. Maybe a little converted, but the fact is that things don’t get much better than this Executive Express.
The irony of this claim will not be lost for most of them because the knives for diesel will fail. I can only say that I hope that there is a execution stay so that as many new cars can enjoy this phenomenal car as possible.
It is difficult to believe, but this is the seventh generation of BMWS Sports limousines. As with BMWS, the differences in the new car externally, told the least, subtle. In fact, it has grown in size over the years when today’s car is actually larger than a 7 from the late 80s.
The eagle eyes under which you will find that the headlights flow into the legendary kidney grill for the first time and that all models in the area are now two exhaust pipes (circular for SE and square for M Sport).
Inside, the epic cabin is dominated by the BMW infotainment touchscreen, which has been improved from 6.5 inches to 10.25. In addition, there is a 12.3-inch digital diet in the Binnacle in front of the driver. In short, it is a special place to be and only points out what will come when you press the start button.
Elsewhere there are many clever technologies for the eye that are not obvious. For example, the kidney grill is now “Active Air Stream”, which opens and closes, depending on how much cooling the engine requires.
You see the new 5 Series is very slippery, the Uber Frugal 520d version (ED) version (ED) has an air resistance coefficient of only 0.22 cd. It is the most aerodynamic car in its class.
Thanks to its steel, aluminum and magnesium structure, BMW claims that it is easier than any of its competitors, which includes Jaguar XF, Audi A6 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
XDrive (all-wheel drive system from BMW) is available for the first time in the 5 Series, as well as technical innovations, including parking and gesture control (with which the driver can carry out tasks with the wave of a hand).
My focus here is on the 520d m sport, which starts at 38,920 GBP and is one from the entry level 520d SE. The exact model I tested had a price of £ 48,495, since it was loaded with options, including the technology package £ 1,495 and £ 1,995 m Sport Plus package.
Further remarkable technologies include remote control parking spaces that must be accepted as accepted. With the BMW display key (a Smart Key -Fob) it is possible to get out of the car and park it remote -ideal if only a tight place available or you have a small garage. With the same process in the reverse start and drive the car out of the square.
In the end, the 520d becomes the most popular model with fleet and private customers – and I can see why.
It sounds good on paper, but not sensational. Its 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel develops 188 hp. It can reach 62 km / h from the stand of still style in 7.5 seconds and continue with a top speed of 146 MPG. It is crucial that this engine/car combination has a fuel consumption of up to 68.8 MPG and only outputs 108 g/km CO2.
These hard statistics are impressive, but here is the thing – the 5 Series (also at this basic end of the area) is a cracking car for driving.
This diesel is not only excellently refined, but is also smooth and effortless. Now take the remarkable handling into account and you have a convincing statement.
We drove the car on curved country roads and Tuny Hill sections and it was flawless. Totally planted with enough strength for the sharp drivers below us there was hardly a touch of body rolls.
Work in perfect harmony with the Slick ZF 8-speed automatic transmission (now standard for all 5s) and a reaction fast steering. It is easy to lose sight of the fact that you drive a relatively large car with a 2.0-liter diesel engine.
The journey is excellent, but this is partly due to the fact that our test car was equipped with variable damper control (VDC). An option £ 985 and three driving modes (comfort, sport and adaptive) as well as a more forgiving journey. Ultimately, there is an overwhelming feeling of serenity and mobility.
The 5 Series is also available with an even smoother and more powerful 261 hp 3.0-liter diesel engine, a 249 hp petrol-electric hybrid as well as 2.0 and 3.0-liter petrol units.
The cabin feels modern on a practical level, brims quality and is spacious. There is definitely space for larger passengers in the back, although everyone who sits in the middle has to span the gear tunnel.
The trunk is enormous and has a 530 liter capacity with a small charging sip and a wide aperture. Decide for the foldable rear seats and the space is even more useful. With a central cubby hole, cup holders, door tanks and a glove compartment, there is also plenty of space to store smaller items.
To be honest, the BMW 520D M Sport is difficult to owe, which says something when it applies to quality rivals such as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Jaguar XF and Audi A6.
Verdict: BMW has set a new benchmark with the seventh of the seventh generation. No other car in its class can offer the same combination of driver loyalty, state -of -the -art technology, processing quality, performance and economy.
Review: Gareth Herincx
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