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| The 2009 BMW M5 is a Sports Sedan that seats five passengers. It offers race car performance and lightning speed. The M5 is a high-performance variant of the midsize BMW 5 Series offered in a single well-appointed trim level. The new 2009 BMW M5 is a balanced machine that can handle aggressive driving maneuvers, while delivering uncompromised performance. |
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| Behind the high performance of the M5 is an advanced 5.0-liter V10 engine with a 40-valve system featuring M high-pressure Double-VANOS "steplessly" variable valve timing. The V10 delivers outstanding 500-hp output and 383 pound-feet torque and offers a fuel efficiency of 17 mpg on highways. A standard 7-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG) with steering wheel paddles or optional 6-speed manual transmission are available choices. The V10 produces 100 horsepower per liter, which is a remarkable feat for a naturally aspirated production engine. Its power-to-weight ratio of one horsepower each eight pounds is a figure more representative of a race car. The M5 has the MDrive button on the steering wheel that allows the driver to set and save their favorite drive settings. |
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| The 2009 BMW M5 has an innovative body styling to match its race car performance. It comes in only one trim loaded with luxurious appointments and the latest technology for a world-class driving experience. The cabin shows major improvements in the interior. An available onboard navigation system controlled via iDrive uses GPS satellites, a DVD map, and, where available, Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) to guide drivers to their destination. Where available, traffic information is received by a separate radio tuner and then displayed on the navigation system so that the driver can choose the fastest and shortest route. |
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| Standard safety features of the 2009 BMW M5 include driver and passenger front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with advanced technology; front-door-mounted side-impact airbags; front- and rear-seat head protection system; and automatic front safety belt pre-tensioners. |
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