The current 5 Series has been around since 2004, so to keep things fresh, BMW is giving its mid-level offering a quick refresh.
Most notable are the mechanical changes, with six-cylinder engine options being brought in line with the 3 Series, including the addition of the 300 horsepower twin-turbo variant. Thus, the new 5 Series lineup consists of the 528, the 535, and the 550. Additionally, an all-wheel drive version of the 535 will be offered in both sedan and wagon form, something not available on the 3 Series. The V-8 powered 550i remains unchanged. No longer offered is the SMG, while the automatic transmission receives upgraded programming and becomes a no-cost option.