BMW 5 Series: Overview
In February 2017, the 7th generation of the BMW 5 Series G30 will be launched. The G30 contains a wealth of new technologies and design elements that have been further developed and refined. The closed radiator grill and the precise contours of the hood lend the front of the new BMW 5 Series a sporty character. The elegant lines of the side view are emphasized by the distinctive bead and the accentuated Hofmeister kink.
In terms of technology, the new BMW 5 Series is based on the G12. The topics listed below are described in the G12 Technical Reference Material "ST1501 G12 Complete Vehicle".
BMW G30
History
BMW 5 Series models - history
Dimensions and silhouette comparison
Dimensions G30
BMW G30 External dimensions
Comparison F10/G30
Silhouette comparison
Silhouette comparison of G30/F10
Models
The G30 models will be available in 2017 with the following models.
* The BMW M550i xDrive will follow a few months after the launch of the 530i / 530ix Drive and 540i / 540i xDrive.
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Exterior equipment
Exterior
G30 Exterior highlights
Air flaps in the radiator grill
Air Breather
Headlights extend to the radiator grill
Adjustable housing for rear lights
Underbody
The almost fully closed vehicl
Body overview, Body structure
Body overview
G30 Side frame structure
Multiphase steel (> 300 N/mm²)
Ultra-high-strength steel (> 900 N/mm²)
Aluminum
Deep-drawing steel (< 300 N/mm²)
Other ste
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Cruise control with braking function
The cruise control with braking function is included as part of the G30's
standard equipment. The
system is also known as "Dynamic Cruise Control" (DCC). Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC)
supports
the driver on roads with less traffic by keeping the speed constant irrespective
of rolling resistances
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Concept, General information
Concept
Night Vision with pedestrian and animal detection
is a night vision system.
An infrared camera scans the area in front of the
vehicle and issues a warning if it detects pedestrians
and animals on the street. The system detects
warm objects that are similar in shape to
human beings or animal
