The all-wheel-drive editions the 2011 BMW 5 Series won’t be arriving stateside until October, at least we now knowwhat the latest xDrive models will cost. The 535i xDrive kicks off at $52,775 while the twin-turbo V8-powered 550i xDrive will set you back minimum $62,875. Both prices including an $875 destination charge.
The xDrive system new 5 Series is not quite as sophisticated as clutch-controlled torque vectoring X6, it can utilize individual braking rear wheels send torque either side as needed counteract oversteer or understeer. The central clutch pack also defaults sending 80 percent torque rear axle minimize understeer and retain BMW’s familiar driving dynamics, shifting balance front only when needed for traction. All xDrive 5 Series models also get hill descent control maintain a constant speed when going down a slippery grade. See press release after the break for all the details.
Gallery: First Drive: 2011 BMW 535i
[Source: BMW]
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