2008 BMW 535 Overview

Introduction

The BMW 5-series puts an emphasis on the driving experience. This mid-size luxury car remains a true sports sedan and delivers lively acceleration, precise handling and outstanding brakes.

The rear-wheel drive 535i and all-wheel drive 535xi feature a 3.0-liter, twin turbo, inline-six generating 300 horsepower, with the choice of a six-speed manual transmission, optional six-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic shifting or on the 535i only, a six-speed Sport transmission with steering wheel mounted paddle shifting. The 535xi is available in sedan or wagon bodystyles. Standard features include leatherette upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control with active micro-filtration, an AM/FM/CD stereo with 10 speakers, bi-xenon adaptive headlights, 17-inch alloy wheels, six airbags and a rechargeable flashlight in the glovebox.

For 2008, the BMW 535 changes its name from 530, gains two turbos, 45-hp and gets a subtle front and rear facelift.