The BMW 5 Series Touring has now been officially unveiled ahead of the Geneva Motor Show 2017 which starts at the beginning of next month. As expected, many of the features which debuted in the saloon model are carried across to the estate. It was designed with the European market in mind, continuing a model line that spans 25 years. Four engines will be available from launch with two getting BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive system. <\/p>\n
A firm emphasis has been applied to weight reduction, management and distribution. Standard specification includes rear air suspension with automatic self-levelling while Dynamic Damper Control, Adaptive Drive system with active roll stabilisation, Integral Active Steering (now available in conjunction with xDrive) and M Sport suspension with a ten-millimetre drop in ride height are available as optional extras.<\/p>\n
The suspension side members and tailgate are made from aluminium which helps to improve stiffness. The success of the emphasis on weight is the reduced fuel consumption and emissions which are 11 per cent lower than the previous 5 Series Touring when compared side by side.<\/p>\n\r\n