BMW 5 Series 530D SE Diesel Hatchback...

BMW has a strong reputation for building cars that are rewarding to drive and the 5-Series lives up to that status. The sports saloon comes with a wide choice of engines all of which offer strong performance while the sharp steering, strong brakes and excellent body control give it class leading handling. The trade off is a firm ride, which along with the standard run flat tyres, can make the 5-Series unsettled on uneven roads. In 2007 a fuel-saving program called Efficient Dynamics was introduced to all models - but it works in the background so drivers won't notice any differences. Spacious, comfortable and superbly built, the BMW remains the best executive saloon on the market.

The original engine line-up started with an entry level 170bhp 520i which was replaced in 2005 by a 174bhp 2.5-litre engine badged as the 523i. Performance is acceptable from both units and the motors are silky smooth too. BMW introduced a 520d in 2005 and with 163bhp it certainly feels keen enough while economy is impressive. Offerings further up the range include the 525i and 530i - initially the 525i developed 192bhp, but this was increased to 215bhp in 2005 while the 3.0-litre engine in the 530i was originally a 231bhp engine. However changes in 2005 boosted maximum power to 258bhp before further modifications in 2007 resulted in 272bhp, with straight-line performance improving each time. The 2007 530i is capable of sprinting from rest to 62mph in 6.3 seconds while a V8 version of the 5-Series arrived in 2004 with the 545i - a 4.4-litre producing a whopping 333bhp. The V8 line-up broadened in 2005 with the 306bhp 540i and 367bhp 550i replacing the 545i. Six-cylinder diesel versions of the 5-Series have also proved popular. The 525d launched with a 163bhp 2.5-litre engine in 2003, but this was upgraded to 177bhp a year later. The original 530d in 2003 used a 218bhp 3.0-litre which made it a performance diesel but it received an upgrade to 231bhp around the time the twin-turbo 535d arrived. Boasting more pulling power than the M5, the 272bhp 535d is the one of the best engines in the range and the ideal companion for long trips - thanks to fast and effortless pace along with surprising economy. In May 2007 power was upped to 284bhp making it even quicker.

Air Conditioning, Alloy Wheels, Radio/CD, Cruise Control, ABS, Front Armrest, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags, Traction Control, Alarm,Drivers Airbag, Front Electric Windows, Height Adjustable Drivers Seat, Power Assisted Steering, Remote Central Locking

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