What is all the hype about the 2010 M5 SMG?
Did they get all the bugs out of the M5 SMG Transmission? If i buy a 2010 BMW M5 with 65k- 85k miles and i dont drive this car hard would I be okay and not have SMG issues?
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2010 BMW M5 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The BMW M5's big, beefy V10 engine bites the dust for 2010, replaced by a (slightly) more fuel-efficient turbocharged 4.4-liter V8. Similar changes are occurring up and down BMW's prodigious lineup, as the automaker makes essential shifts in an effort to create more fuel-efficient engines that continue to deliver dynamic performance. The 2010 BMW M5 also receives a few exterior updates, as well as new standard features. HD Radio, for instance, comes standard for 2010.
Based on the BMW 5 Series sedans, the performance-oriented, rear-wheel-drive M5 comes equipped with a number of high-tech and F1-racer features, such as an all-season traction control system with an M Variable Differential Lock, which transmits drive power to individual wheels, depending on road conditions, to ensure optimal traction. The M5's vehicle-speed-sensitive power steering links to the M Driving Dynamics Control system, which enables drivers to switch to sport-oriented steering by pushing the M Drive button located on the steering wheel. The system also controls the M5's sport-tuned suspension, which has four driver-selectable ride modes, from Performance to Comfort. The M5 rides on 19-inch light-case alloy wheels with performance tires.
The M5's xenon adaptive headlights have an auto-leveling feature and illuminating rings around all four headlights. An M front spoiler, wraparound body-color bumpers with energy absorbers, and twin dual chrome-plated tailpipes give the M5 a sporty exterior appearance, while heated side-view mirrors with auto dimming, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and a headlight washing system add style points as well as functionality.
Inside, performance features give way to luxury appointments. Merino leather upholstery comes standard, while the M Sport heated front seats feature 18-way power adjustment, side bolsters, four-way lumbar support, two-way thigh support, and a two-setting memory system. A two-way power glass moonroof, M multi-function leather-wrapped sport steering wheel with paddle shifters, on-board computer, keyless remote entry, Bluetooth wireless technology, and navigation system with an 8.8-inch screen and real-time traffic information also come standard.
In addition, the M5 comes equipped with BMW's updated iDrive system, which includes a turn-and-push vehicle control dial located on the center console. With a few turns and pushes of the dial, drivers can manage the M5's climate control, audio, navigation, and communications systems. A 13-speaker AM/FM audio system with a CD player and MP3 capabilities also comes standard. Safety features include front-door-mounted side-impact airbags and advanced front airbags.
User reviews for 2010 BMW M5
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by sean c
Aug 23, 2022
Amazing~ a historical V10 by BMW that won’t be produced ever again~ Aug 23, 2022
by Brody W
Jun 23, 2022
As a previous owner of an E60 M5, I would use great caution before purchasing it equipped with an SMS transmission.The massive power of this engine can cause the automatic transmission to fail, as it did in my case. The cost to repair or replace it is very high as well. Later models for the US offered a six-speed manuel transmission, which is the only way I would ever purchase one again.Jun 23, 2022
by Foysal C
Sep 15, 2021
I heard very good value. Thats why I decided tSep 15, 2021
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by sean c
Aug 23, 2022
Amazing~ a historical V10 by BMW that won’t be produced ever again~ Aug 23, 2022
by Brody W
Jun 23, 2022
As a previous owner of an E60 M5, I would use great caution before purchasing it equipped with an SMS transmission.The massive power of this engine can cause the automatic transmission to fail, as it did in my case. The cost to repair or replace it is very high as well. Later models for the US offered a six-speed manuel transmission, which is the only way I would ever purchase one again.Jun 23, 2022
by Foysal C
Sep 15, 2021
I heard very good value. Thats why I decided tSep 15, 2021
by Marko M
Jan 17, 2013
BMW m5 je bolid napravljen na temeljima serijske petice. Sa 400 konja pod
haubom, vrhunskim podvozjem i gomilom upravljačke elektronike omogućuje pravu
sportsku vožnju u limuzinskom okruženju.
Želite li sportskiji automobil od BMW-a, ne trebate puno tražiti. BMW-ov sportski
odjel Motorsport pripremio je vatreni bolid M5 na temeljima serijske petice. U
karoseriju uglađene limuzine dužine 478,5 i širine 180 centimetara Bavarci su ugurali
dinamitskih 400 konja.Jan 17, 2013
by Yehia W
Apr 14, 2010
Build Quality: rim 17
Car Comparisons: best of the best
Performance: stick more to the land
More About My Car: 5000 cc 550 hpApr 14, 2010
by Phillip L
Dec 17, 2009
dit is die beste gesins motor en super motor wat geld kan koop. daar is min motors met dieselfde goorte boot as die m5 so dis die beste gesin sports motor wat geld kan koop koop hom j sal nie 'n fout mak nieDec 17, 2009
by Usman A
Sep 30, 2009
Performance - acceleration, braking, handling
Build Quality - has it needed repairs? squeaks/rattles
Appearance - both interior and exterior styling
Cost of Ownership - gas mileage, maintenance
Fun Factor -fully bingo car hy every thing is alraght. dnt mess
wid it oka keroSep 30, 2009
by Nidal P
Aug 17, 2009
10/10 b e c a u s e i t i s a a m a z i n g c a r t o d r
i v e . i l o v e i t t o b i t s !Aug 17, 2009
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Where is park distance control module located on 2010 M5?
Looked in trunk but could not find the PDC module.
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2010 BMW M5 Pricing
Original MSRP
$85,500 to $85,500Price range
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Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · USB auxiliary audio input · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 11
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.7 · Front brake width: 1.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.6 · Rear brake width: 0.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mats: front · Headliner trim: Alcantara · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: rear window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 18
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.62 · Limited slip differential: rear
Exterior Features
Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color
Header
Option Delete: Generic
Headrests
Front headrests: power adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 8.8 in.
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Heated: multi-level heating · Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: front
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: perforated · Ventilated: front
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist
Tires
Type: performance
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing