Especificaciones y análisis del BMW Serie 5
Power
286HP
Torque
580Nm
Consumption
6.7l/100
Emissions
178g/km
0-100 km/h
6.4s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
1735kg
Price
56,500€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 6v
RWD
5 / 4 doors
520 L
70 L
210 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the BMW 535d · 286 CV (2007-2008)
General description
The E60 generation BMW 535d is not just a luxury sedan; it's a statement of intent. At a time when diesel was reaching its peak, BMW created a machine that broke all molds, combining the elegance of a 5 Series with the raw power of a sports car, all wrapped in surprising efficiency.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is to feel an immediate and controllable torrent of power. The 580 Nm of torque pins you to the seat from just 1750 revolutions, a wave of thrust that seems endless. The acceleration is blistering, and the automatic gearbox manages the 286 horsepower with a smoothness that allows you to devour miles on the highway with superb poise and silence. Its rear-wheel-drive chassis invites you to enjoy every curve, reminding you that, despite its diesel heart, you are driving a true BMW.
Design and aesthetics
Chris Bangle's design for the E60 was controversial, but time has proven him right. Its flowing lines and concave and convex surfaces give it an athletic and timeless presence. The iconic 'Angel Eyes' give it an unmistakable and aggressive look, while the driver-focused interior is a sanctuary of high-quality materials and studied ergonomics, where luxury and sportiness coexist in perfect harmony.
Technology and features
For its time, the 535d was a technological showcase. The heart of it all was its 3.0-liter diesel engine with sequential twin-turbocharging, a work of engineering that offered lag-free response at any speed. On board, the iDrive system centralized vehicle control, and options like active steering demonstrated that innovation was one of its hallmarks.
Competition
In the pantheon of high-performance sedans, its direct rivals were German titans like the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, with its focus on supreme comfort, and the Audi A6 3.0 TDI quattro, which banked on the security of its all-wheel drive. Against them, the BMW 535d stood out as the most passionate and sporty option, the sedan for the executive who wouldn't give up the pleasure of driving.
Conclusion
The BMW 535d is much more than a fast car; it's a milestone in automotive engineering. It represents the perfect balance between heart-stopping performance, long-distance comfort, and an efficiency that seemed impossible for such a power level. A car that excites you on every journey and that, today, has become an object of desire for connoisseurs, a future classic that defined an era.