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BMW 5-Series Touring. Who does not risk ...

BMW 5-Series Touring. Price: from 2 195 000 rub. On sale: since September 2010

Yes, he does not win. Peter Kronshnabel, President of BMW Rusland Trading LLC during the presentation of the new BMW 5-Series Touring, also referred to Peter, was referred to, referring to the chances of the novelty in the Russian market

Test pilot
Stanislav Shustitsky, 56 years old, automobile journalist, driving experience of 29 years, personal car - Chevrolet Lanos

In the April issue of our magazine, material about the BMW 5 -Series test in the sedan is already published, and now touring. What do you mean when speaking about the universal body, the Kronshnabel was surprised, answering questions. The same as touring? And then it is true somehow that such a utilitarian name does not fit with the appearance of the BMW 5-Series. Let there be touring. Moreover, the developers, speaking of the exterior of the sixth generation of the fifth series of sedans, emphasized the symbiosis of elegance and sports, which became traditional for Bavarian motors. Yes, and the five on the BMW 7th series was created.

True, with regard to the platform, to say what is primary and what is secondary is difficult. The suspension was developed on the basis of the serial chassis of the 5th series, then was introduced on the GT version and only then on the sedan of the 7th series. It is worth saying about the chassis separately: the aluminum suspension of the front wheels on double transverse levers, the integral multi -link, also made of aluminum. For the first time on the BMW 5th series in the database there is an electromechanical steering wheel amplifier with the Servotronic function, and an integral active steering block can be installed as an option. The essence of the function is that at low speeds, the driver can maneuver without interception of the steering wheel Integral active steering combines front -wheel drive controls with the steering of the rear axle. At low speed, the rear wheels turn in the direction opposite to the front in an angle up to three degrees. It would seem a little, but this is 0.5 meters reduces the turning radius. Thus, driving a large car, you maneuver with ease, as if you were driving the BMW 3 series explains the bracket. When driving at higher speed, the rear wheels turn in the same direction as the front ones, providing the greater stability of the car mobile when passing the turn. Of the novelties, one can also note the function of dynamic control of shock absorbers, which provides three -stage adjustment of the suspension settings from the comfort mode to sports+.

As for the power units, now two BMW 5 -Series Touring (523i and 535i) models are delivered to Russia only with gasoline engines. In the first case, it is a six -cylinder engine with direct fuel injection with a capacity of 204 liters. With. at 6300 min-1. and a torque of 250 nm, in the second a six -cylinder engine with a double turbocharged power of 306 liters. With. at 5800 min-1 and a moment of 400 nm.

And now what Peter Kronshnabel spoke of is about the prospects for sales of the BMW 5 -Series in the back of the station wagon, oh, excuse, touring, in Russia. About 20 years ago, the concept of Turining for Germany was quite new, but during this time the lifestyle has changed significantly. Now most people want to use the same cars for business trips, and for family vacations, Kronshnabelle believes, so BMW officially officially launches the Touring model to the Russian market. And I am convinced that if we meet in 20 years, we will see how successfully this concept was implemented in Russia.

Perhaps so, but economic risk is necessary today. How justified is it? Here, the Russian mentality in Russia loves to buy the newest one, what others do not have, smiles Peter. But seriously, before evaluating demand, you need to provide an offer. I am convinced that this segment will grow. And in general, an early bird receives a worm.

All know
So I wanted to add and be able to. But for the new BMW 5 -Series, this is perhaps superfluous, since with a number of driver functions he copes well on his own. I do not mean the active security system by itself. But, for example, the information on the display that the driver sees, choosing one or another option for setting the suspension. This is from the point of view of knowing, and as for the skills of the car, here the BMW ConnectedDrive system is at your service. Here is a system for parking, and cruise control with a braking function, and a circular review system. As options, you can order a projection display, with the output of the necessary information on the windshield, the assistance system for rebuilding and tracking the marking, a night vision system with pedestrian recognition, etc., etc.

We do not love
The 2-liter diesel diesel with mechanics was on the test and this option. Not yet for Russia. Option
The glove compartment on the central console with the AUX connector. Comfortable
Connected Drive to the driver assistance system. Will help

Driving
First elegance, and then sports. And often the word limousine was used.

Salon
Great ergonomics, excellent materials.

Comfort
A number of characteristics of the five are compared with the 7th series. This item is no exception.

Safety
Side airbags, active head restraints of the driver and front passenger, indicator of the pressure in the tires ...

Price
The assembly in Russia is not expected, so the price of the imported car is 15-18% higher than European.

Advantages and disadvantages
+ To all the advantages indicated above, you can add one more: all the proposed engines have become more economical.
- There are no diesel engines in the line of supplied engines.


Specifications
Mark and model - BMW 523i Touring
Dimensions - 4907x1860x1462 mm
Engine-6-cylinder, gasoline, 2497 cm3, 204 hp/6300 min-1
Transmission - automatic, 8 -speed
Dynamics - max 227 km/h; 8.8 s to 100 km/h
Competitors-Audi A6 Avant, Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Our opinion
In Russia, it is difficult to present a wide demand for business universals. But Peter Kronshnel is right, saying that if such a segment exists, then it must be represented. Yes, and visitors to the Moscow car dealership were interested in whether the BMW 5-Series Touring model was developed specifically for Russia.


Author: Stanislav Shustitsky


 

Source: Magazine 5 wheel [November 2010]