The BMW M5 Base for 2008: Improving on 2007
Buyers of the BMW M5 are aware of the reputation of the car they are purchasing. The M5 has been one of the premier vehicles of the BMW line for years. It is considered an institution of a car and the 2008 model is no exception. The BMW M5 falls into the sedan for the family category. People who purchase the M5 have been doing so for the last few generations in a family. It is a constant that only gets better with age.
Performance
The M5 Base is equipped with a BMW 5.0 liter ten-cylinder engine that utilizes 40 valves. The engine is mated to a Getrag 7-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for BMW.
The fuel system for the 2008 M5 is a Siemens MS S65 design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 18.50 gallons.
The M5 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
M5 Base Statistics
The M5 is 191.50 inches long, 72.70 inches wide, and 57.80 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 113.70 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $82,900, with an invoice cost of $76,270. This price is slightly higher than the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.
The standard warranty period for the M5 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 48 months or 50,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the sedan market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.
Fuel Efficiency
The M5 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of eleven in-city driving and seventeen when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was subpar.
In Summary
The 2007 model began the promise of the BMW M5. The 2008 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers BMW hopes that the M5 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
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