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 Additional features include an active roll-control system that jacks up and stiffens the anti-roll bars when cornering forces demand, and a new part-aluminium body. The most impressive feature that caught our attention, however, is the new ‘Head-Up Display.’ The HUD system projects important instrument readings (speedometer, active cruise control, warnings) as images beamed onto the screen in front of the driver. This gives the driver constant access to vital statistics without breaking focus from the road ahead, and it frees the Drive screen to be utilised for other data.Just as well, as the turbo diesel yields 218bhp, sprints from a standing start to 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds, and hits a top speed of 240km/h while retaining the most impeccable road-handling manners I have come across in a long time. I suspect that these statistics, coupled with the fact that it is a great cruise with a big slice of sports GT capabilities, will make the new Five series a hugely seductive everyday car, and a quality piece of kit to view from your new home.
What’s going to be even more difficult to believe is the large amount of space available to occupants inside this car, particularly in the front, where the open-plan dashboard no longer cocoons the driver like the previous model did.The luxury character of the Five series carries its upscale aura inside, with full leather trim and aluminium/chrome accents throughout. This is complimented by an array of special BMW gizmos. Among the ‘innovative’  technological features we found tyre pressure indicators that register the number of revolutions per km/hour, to monitor tyre size and alert you if pressure drops. And for people who ignore such warnings there are run-flat tyres. These have been in development since the mid-90s, but it has taken until now to make them work effectively. When deflated they will carry a full load for 100 miles at normal speeds. BMW says such tyres will be available across the range and will render spare wheel concept obsolete, as you will be able to continue with your journey safely and without the inconvenience of a roadside change. There’s also a new variable-rate steering wheel (optional), which works in conjunction with the standard hydraulic assistance. In short, the VRS allows the wheels to turn more at lower speeds - reducing the amount of arm-crossing required in busy city driving and parking scenarios.
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