Vehicle
EPA Classification
Engine
Engine Order Code
Engine Type
Turbocharged Gas V8
Turbocharged Gas V8
Displacement
Fuel System
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
516 @ 3000-4750
516 @ 3000-4750
Transmission
Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code
Trans Type
Trans Description Cont.
Trans Description Cont. Again
First Gear Ratio (:1)
Second Gear Ratio (:1)
Third Gear Ratio (:1)
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
Reverse Ratio (:1)
Clutch Size
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)
Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front
Suspension Type - Rear
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Double-Wishbone
Double-Wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear
Brakes
Brake Type
Brake ABS System
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
14.7 x 1.42 in
14.7 x 1.42 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
14.6 x 0.94 in
14.6 x 0.94 in
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
Rear Drum Diam x Width
Wheels
Front Wheel Size
21 x -TBD- in
21 x -TBD- in
Rear Wheel Size
21 x -TBD- in
21 x -TBD- in
Spare Wheel Size
Rear Wheel Material
Spare Wheel Material
Tires
Front Tire Order Code
Rear Tire Order Code
Spare Tire Order Code
Front Tire Size
Rear Tire Size
Spare Tire Size
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy
Cruising Range - City
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City
Fuel Economy Est-Combined
Cruising Range - Hwy
EPA MPG Equivalent - City
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined
Battery Range
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
Emissions
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score
Steering
Steering Type
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity
Passenger Volume
Front Head Room
Front Leg Room
Front Shoulder Room
Front Hip Room
Second Head Room
Second Leg Room
Second Shoulder Room
Second Hip Room
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase
Length, Overall
Width, Max w/o mirrors
Height, Overall
Track Width, Front
Track Width, Rear
Min Ground Clearance
Liftover Height
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity
MECHANICAL
4.4L 32-valve turbocharged V8 engine -inc: High Precision direct fuel injection.
Start/stop button.
6-speed ALPINA SWITCH-TRONIC automatic transmission -inc: automatic & manual shift modes.
Rear wheel drive.
Aluminum front & rear subframes.
Front multi-link double-wishbone aluminum suspension.
Rear multi-link integral-V aluminum suspension.
Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers.
Driving dynamics control.
Dynamic damping control.
Adaptive drive.
Vehicle-speed-sensitive variable-assist, variable-ratio rack-&-pinion pwr steering.
4-wheel ventilated disc brakes w/electronic brake proportioning.
Electromechanical parking brake
4.4L 32-valve turbocharged V8 engine -inc: High Precision direct fuel injection.
Start/stop button.
6-speed ALPINA SWITCH-TRONIC automatic transmission -inc: automatic & manual shift modes.
Rear wheel drive.
Aluminum front & rear subframes.
Front multi-link double-wishbone aluminum suspension.
Rear multi-link integral-V aluminum suspension.
Self-leveling air suspension.
Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers.
Driving dynamics control.
Dynamic damping control.
Adaptive drive.
Vehicle-speed-sensitive variable-assist, variable-ratio rack-&-pinion pwr steering.
4-wheel ventilated disc brakes w/electronic brake proportioning.
Electromechanical parking brake
EXTERIOR
21" x 8.5" front & 21" x 10.0" rear ALPINA CLASSIC light alloy wheels (style B7) -inc: P245/35R21 front & P285/30R21 rear performance tires.
Pwr 2-way tilt/slide glass moonroof w/key-off & "one-touch" operation, sunshade, wind deflector.
Body-color roof trim strips.
Shadowline exterior trim.
Body-color bumpers w/hydraulic energy absorbers & (front only) compressible elements.
Xenon automatic adaptive headlights -inc: dynamic auto-leveling, cornering lights, corona rings.
Free-form halogen foglights.
Adaptive brake lights.
Pathway lighting feature, programmable via vehicle & key memory.
Body-color pwr folding heated auto-dimming mirrors -inc: 2-position memory, RH automatic tilt-down in reverse.
Intermittent rain-sensing windshield wipers w/adjustable & vehicle-speed-sensitive wiping interval, single-wipe control, windshield-washer system w/heated washer jets.
Body-color exterior door handles.
Illuminated exterior door handles & ground illumination.
Pwr soft-close automatic doors.
Pwr trunk lid w/push-button close.
Automatic trunk lid opening & closing
21" x 8.5" front & 21" x 10.0" rear ALPINA CLASSIC light alloy wheels (style B7) -inc: P245/35R21 front & P285/30R21 rear performance tires.
Pwr 2-way tilt/slide glass moonroof w/key-off & "one-touch" operation, sunshade, wind deflector.
Body-color roof trim strips.
Shadowline exterior trim.
Body-color bumpers w/hydraulic energy absorbers & (front only) compressible elements.
Xenon automatic adaptive headlights -inc: dynamic auto-leveling, cornering lights, corona rings.
Free-form halogen foglights.
Adaptive brake lights.
Pathway lighting feature, programmable via vehicle & key memory.
Body-color pwr folding heated auto-dimming mirrors -inc: 2-position memory, RH automatic tilt-down in reverse.
Intermittent rain-sensing windshield wipers w/adjustable & vehicle-speed-sensitive wiping interval, single-wipe control, windshield-washer system w/heated washer jets.
Body-color exterior door handles.
Illuminated exterior door handles & ground illumination.
Pwr soft-close automatic doors.
Pwr trunk lid w/push-button close.
Automatic trunk lid opening & closing
ENTERTAINMENT
AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: auto-store, FM diversity antenna.
6-disc in-dash multi-media/DVD changer.
12 GB hard drive w/USB port.
Auxiliary input located inside center console.
SIRIUS satellite radio -inc: (1) year subscription.
iPod & USB adapter -inc: cable connector
AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: auto-store, FM diversity antenna.
6-disc in-dash multi-media/DVD changer.
12 GB hard drive w/USB port.
Auxiliary input located inside center console.
SIRIUS satellite radio -inc: (1) year subscription.
iPod & USB adapter -inc: cable connector
INTERIOR
Multi-contour bucket seats -inc: driver/front passenger 16-way pwr adjustments w/4-way pwr lumbar, articulated upper backrest, adjustable backrest width, adjustable thigh support, driver/front passenger 2-position seat memory, active head restraints w/adjustable side support.
Heated front seats w/fast heating & balance control.
Active front seats w/subtle massage action.
Front ventilated seats.
Heated rear seats w/fast heating & balance control.
Nappa Leather upholstery.
Front console compartment -inc: coinholder, illumination.
Rear center armrest w/storage compartment.
Front & rear floor mats.
Pwr tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel -inc: audio & phone controls, automatic tilt-away, 2-position memory.
Heated steering wheel.
Black Panel display w/LCD main & trip odometer displays & warning indicators in dial faces.
Electronic analog speedometer & tachometer.
Condition-based Service display w/additional functions accessible through iDrive system.
Instrument panel w/leather finish.
Head-up Display (HUD).
Expanded Check Control vehicle monitor system.
Pwr windows -inc: key-off operation, "one-touch" open/close, anti-trapping feature.
Pwr rear & side rear window sunshades.
Programmable central locking system -inc: anti-theft feature, selective unlocking.
Remote keyless entry -inc: engine immobilizer.
iDrive system -inc: on-board computer, controller, (8) programmable memory buttons.
Comfort Access keyless entry w/multi-function remote control, keyless start/stop.
Vehicle & key memory.
Owner's manual.
Hard drive-based Navigation system w/Voice command & Real Time Traffic Information.
Integrated universal garage door opener.
Cruise control.
Anti-theft alarm system -inc: interior motion detector.
Coded driveaway protection.
Remote trunk release.
4-zone automatic climate control -inc: solar sensor, automatic recirculation, heat-at-rest, automatic ventilation.
Rear window defogger.
Dual cupholders, front & rear.
Smokers pkg.
Pwr outlet in RH footwell.
Fineline high-gloss wood trim.
Auto-dimming rearview mirror.
Anthracite Alcantara headliner.
Front visors w/illuminated vanity mirrors.
Ambiance lighting in front, rear & door panels.
Ski bag.
Fully finished trunk
Multi-contour bucket seats -inc: driver/front passenger 16-way pwr adjustments w/4-way pwr lumbar, articulated upper backrest, adjustable backrest width, adjustable thigh support, driver/front passenger 2-position seat memory, active head restraints w/adjustable side support.
Heated front seats w/fast heating & balance control.
Active front seats w/subtle massage action.
Front ventilated seats.
Heated rear seats w/fast heating & balance control.
Nappa Leather upholstery.
Front console compartment -inc: coinholder, illumination.
Rear center armrest w/storage compartment.
Front & rear floor mats.
Pwr tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel -inc: audio & phone controls, automatic tilt-away, 2-position memory.
Heated steering wheel.
Black Panel display w/LCD main & trip odometer displays & warning indicators in dial faces.
Electronic analog speedometer & tachometer.
Condition-based Service display w/additional functions accessible through iDrive system.
Instrument panel w/leather finish.
Head-up Display (HUD).
Expanded Check Control vehicle monitor system.
Pwr windows -inc: key-off operation, "one-touch" open/close, anti-trapping feature.
Pwr rear & side rear window sunshades.
Programmable central locking system -inc: anti-theft feature, selective unlocking.
Remote keyless entry -inc: engine immobilizer.
iDrive system -inc: on-board computer, controller, (8) programmable memory buttons.
Comfort Access keyless entry w/multi-function remote control, keyless start/stop.
Vehicle & key memory.
Owner's manual.
Hard drive-based Navigation system w/Voice command & Real Time Traffic Information.
Integrated universal garage door opener.
Cruise control.
Anti-theft alarm system -inc: interior motion detector.
Coded driveaway protection.
Remote trunk release.
4-zone automatic climate control -inc: solar sensor, automatic recirculation, heat-at-rest, automatic ventilation.
Rear window defogger.
Dual cupholders, front & rear.
Smokers pkg.
Pwr outlet in RH footwell.
Fineline high-gloss wood trim.
Auto-dimming rearview mirror.
Anthracite Alcantara headliner.
Front visors w/illuminated vanity mirrors.
Dual illuminated rear vanity mirrors integrated into rear cabin roof lining.
Ambiance lighting in front, rear & door panels.
Ski bag.
Fully finished trunk
SAFETY
Anti-lock braking system (ABS).
Dynamic stability control (DSC) -inc: brake fade compensation, start-off assistant, brake drying, brake stand-by, dynamic traction control (DTC), dynamic brake control.
Active roll stabilization.
Corona ring integrated daytime running lights.
Driver/front passenger dual-threshold dual-stage front airbags w/passenger occupant sensor.
Front side-impact airbags.
Front & rear head protection system (HPS).
Active knee protection.
BMW Assist w/Bluetooth -inc: (4) year Safety Plan subscription.
Front & rear park distance control w/graphic display.
Crash sensor that activates battery safety terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump & starter from battery, automatically unlocks doors, turns on hazard & interior lights.
Front safety belt automatic pretensioners, acoustic belt warning.
3-point safety belt system -inc: ALR in all passenger positions.
Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) on rear outboard seats.
Child safety rear door locks.
Emergency interior trunk release handle.
Tire pressure monitor
Anti-lock braking system (ABS).
Dynamic stability control (DSC) -inc: brake fade compensation, start-off assistant, brake drying, brake stand-by, dynamic traction control (DTC), dynamic brake control.
Active roll stabilization.
Corona ring integrated daytime running lights.
Driver/front passenger dual-threshold dual-stage front airbags w/passenger occupant sensor.
Front side-impact airbags.
Front & rear head protection system (HPS).
Active knee protection.
BMW Assist w/Bluetooth -inc: (4) year Safety Plan subscription.
Front & rear park distance control w/graphic display.
Crash sensor that activates battery safety terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump & starter from battery, automatically unlocks doors, turns on hazard & interior lights.
Front safety belt automatic pretensioners, acoustic belt warning.
3-point safety belt system -inc: ALR in all passenger positions.
Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) on rear outboard seats.
Child safety rear door locks.
Emergency interior trunk release handle.
Tire pressure monitor
PACKAGE
Rebate
Warranty
Basic Years:
4.
Basic Miles/km:
50,000.
Basic Note:
4 years/50,000 Maintenance Program.
Drivetrain Years:
4.
Drivetrain Miles/km:
50,000.
Corrosion Years:
12.
Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.
Roadside Assistance Years:
4.
Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
Unlimited.
Maintenance Years:
4.
Maintenance Miles/km:
50,000
Basic Years:
4.
Basic Miles/km:
50,000.
Basic Note:
4 years/50,000 Maintenance Program.
Drivetrain Years:
4.
Drivetrain Miles/km:
50,000.
Corrosion Years:
12.
Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.
Roadside Assistance Years:
4.
Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
Unlimited.
Maintenance Years:
4.
Maintenance Miles/km:
50,000
Recall
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
11V521000.
Mfg's Report Date:
October 20, 2011.
Component:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
32,084.
Summary:
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 5-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 5-SERIES GRAN TURISMO, MODEL YEAR 2009-2011 7-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 X5 SAV, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 X6 SAV VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 8- OR 12-CYLINDER, TURBOCHARGED, ENGINES BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP CAN OVERHEAT..
Consequence:
THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE..
Remedy:
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUXILIARY WATER PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 19, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417..
Notes:
THIS RECALL WAS EXPANDED TO INCLUDE ADDITIONAL VEHICLES IN APRIL 2012. SEE RECALL NO. 12V161. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
11V521000.
Mfg's Report Date:
October 20, 2011.
Component:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
32,084.
Summary:
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 5-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 5-SERIES GRAN TURISMO, MODEL YEAR 2009-2011 7-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 X5 SAV, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 X6 SAV VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 8- OR 12-CYLINDER, TURBOCHARGED, ENGINES BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP CAN OVERHEAT..
Consequence:
THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE..
Remedy:
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUXILIARY WATER PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 19, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417..
Notes:
THIS RECALL WAS EXPANDED TO INCLUDE ADDITIONAL VEHICLES IN APRIL 2012. SEE RECALL NO. 12V161. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
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