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2013 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Now in its fourth year of production, the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo midsize 5-door luxury hatchback receives a few new updates for 2013, including a new V8 engine and a new auto start/stop engine feature that helps improve fuel economy. Created in the tradition of grand European touring sedans and road cars, the Gran Turismo combines the best attributes of a coupe and a station wagon, offering high-end luxury, sport-oriented handling and plenty of room for luggage in the rear cargo space, accessed by a unique dual-access tailgate. Owners can open the tailgate's lower trunklid to stow smaller items or open the full SUV-like hatch to load larger items. The power-operated tailgate features a soft-close feature and a low loading sill for easy access.
BMW offers the Gran Turismo at 535i and 550i trim levels, with rear-wheel drive (RWD) and xDrive all-wheel drive (AWD) powertrain configurations at each level. For 2013, the 550i trims receive a new 4.4-liter, twin-turbocharged N63Tu V8 engine shared with the new 2013 BMW 650i Gran Coupe. The V8 boosts horsepower for the Gran Turismo to 445 hp, up from 400 hp the previous year, while torque tops out at 480 lb-ft at 1,750 rpm, an increase of 30 lb-ft over the previous powerplant. The V8 features piezo direct fuel injection, Double-VANOS variable valve timing and a new auto start/stop feature, which shuts down the engine while idling to help conserve fuel. BMW pairs the new V8 with an updated 8-speed ZF Steptronic automatic transmission with Sport and Manual shift modes. The EPA estimates fuel economy numbers of 16/24 mpg for the new powerplant, which requires premium fuel.
Power for the 535i trims continues to come from a 3.0-liter, twin-turbo V6, which also receives the new auto start/stop feature, as well as piezo direct fuel injection and Double-VANOS variable valve timing. It generates 300 hp and 300 lb-ft of torque, and also connects to the 8-speed transmission. Fuel economy numbers check in at a relatively decent 20/30 mpg.
Although it's designated as an extension of the 5 Series lineup, the Gran Turismo sits on a 7 Series platform, and stretches 5.6 inches longer than the other 5 Series sedans (196.8 inches vs. 191.2), allowing for a long, sculpted hood with the twin-kidney grille raked slightly forward. The side windows are segmented into three sections, with the automaker's familiar Hofmeister kink at the back corner of the rear windows, carrying on a traditional BMW design. The sculpted hood, halogen free-form headlights and distinctive daytime running lights with LED corona rings give the Gran Turismo a unique look up front. The flowing roofline descends into a traditional fastback look, finished off with wraparound L-shaped LED taillights in the rear. The Gran Turismo also has a taller ride height than the standard 5 Series vehicles, resulting in a roomy cabin and a unique side profile that gets mixed reviews from critics.
The Gran Turismo combines its functional design and good looks with a spirited driving experience. Despite its relatively hefty weight of 4,900 pounds, it jumps out from 0-60 in just 5.3 seconds, thanks in part to the 8-speed transmission, which has the ability to jump 2, 3 or more gears if necessary to respond quickly to the demands of the pedal. Gears change quietly and seamlessly, and the Gran Turismo moves almost effortlessly through its paces, thanks in part to such standard features as an electronic limited-slip differential and a self-leveling rear air suspension.
The 4-wheel ventilated antilock disc brakes feature a regenerative braking system, which can sometimes result in an odd brake feel, testers note. However, the speed-sensitive variable-assist, variable-ratio electric power steering provides good feedback and balance. Optional Integral Active Steering provides greater precision and agility around corners or at higher speeds. The regenerative braking system and electric steering systems, along with the auto start/stop feature, are all part of BMW's EfficientDynamics technologies, designed to help improve fuel economy numbers.
Overall, the Gran Turismo hits all the right performance-related cues, but it's easy to find a BMW that drives and handles well. The real purpose of the Gran Turismo remains its functionality. Upon its introduction, it replaced the 5 Series wagon in the automaker's lineup of vehicles in the U.S., and although sales remain slow, BMW hopes buyers will increasingly gravitate toward the Gran Turismo and see it as a family-friendly luxury road car.
Thanks to its longer length and higher roofline, the Gran Turismo offers plenty of headroom and legroom inside its cabin, as well as generous cargo space. With the rear seats up and in place, the Gran Turismo offers 16 cubic feet of storage space, which expands to 60 cubic feet with the second-row seats folded down. In its typical configuration with a second-row bench seat, the Gran Turismo can seat up to 5 passengers. However, owners can opt for a Luxury Rear Seating Package, which replaces the second-row bench seat with 2 power-adjustable individual seats separated by a center console.
Dakota leather upholstery and Dark Wood trim come standard on all trims, although owners can upgrade to Nappa leather upholstery, with Ash Grain Wood trim or Fineline Matte Wood trim available at no extra cost. The front seats feature 10-way power adjustment with 4-way lumbar support and memory settings. Multi-contour front seats with 20-way power adjustment are available. The long list of other standard upscale amenities includes a panoramic slide/tilt moonroof with a 2-piece glass panel, push-button start, automatic climate control, a power tilt/telescopic steering wheel, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a 12-speaker, 205-watt audio system with HD radio, satellite radio and Bluetooth. A hard-drive-based voice-activated navigation system with real-time traffic and a rear-view camera also comes standard. Drivers can use the vehicle's iDrive controller, located at the base of the center stack, to manage many of the Gran Turismo's tech features. The long list of options, available in a number of packages, includes heated and ventilated seats, heated rear seats, a rear entertainment system, a heads-up display and a 16-speaker, 1,200-watt Bang & Olufsen Surround Sound audio system.
The 2012 Gran Turismo was named a Top Safety Pick by the IIHS, and that should continue for 2013. Standard safety features include a full range of airbags as well as Dynamic Stability Control with Dynamic Traction Control, Brake Fade Compensation and a Start-off Assistant. In addition, the BMW Assist Safety Plan, which comes standard, includes such features as automatic collision notification, roadside assistance, remote door unlock and a stolen vehicle locator. All Gran Turismo trims ride on 18-inch light alloy wheels, although wheels up to 20 inches are available as options.
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2013 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo Pricing
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$58,000 to $69,800Price 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 · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · 20G hard drive · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 12 · 205 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 3 total · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.08
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 10.2 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: self-leveling · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: with wind deflector
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · 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: touch screen display · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation
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 · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 20G hard drive · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 12 · 205 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Dash trim: alloy · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: climate control · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.08
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 10.2 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: lamp failure
Lights
Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · 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: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation
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 · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · USB auxiliary audio input · 20G hard drive · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 12 · 205 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 3 total · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.81
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 10.2 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: cornering · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · 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: hard drive navigation system · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: remote operation
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 · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · USB auxiliary audio input · 20G hard drive · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 12 · 205 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Dash trim: alloy · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · 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: audio system · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 2.81
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 10.2 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: one-touch open/close
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system · Parking sensors: front
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · 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: touch screen display · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: remote operation