2004 BMW 5 Series Brochure

The new
2004 BMW
5 Series Sedan
525i
530i The Ultimate
545i Driving Machine®

The new 5 Series: BMW’s
all-around performer, now
light-years ahead ofthe rest.

Rewarding to all who
observe it – at rest or in flight.

Find the lasting value ofthe new 5 –
in your head, heart… and wallet.

Welcome to the future ofdriving.

Primary gauges are recessed under a cowl, and designed for
glare-free vision during the day. At night, the gauges glow in a
color that is restful on the eyes.
The iDrive Controller, which is conveniently located on the
center console, allows you and your passenger to access and
tailor many comfort features.
An interior as sleek and
compelling as the exterior.

Equipment
■/ ■Xenon low- and high-beam head- ■Halogen free-form foglights, inte- ■Two-way power glass moonroof with
lights provide brilliant clarity of the road grated into the deep front spoiler, enhance remote, expanded one-touch operation,
ahead and to the side at night and in condi- your margin of safety in bad visibility. Ellip- slides forward or tilts up to let in as much
tions with poor visibility. The dynamic auto- soid free-form technology ensures even fresh air and sky as you like, while a wind deleveling feature adjusts for varying passen- light distribution on the road. flector helps keep the wind out. Includes a
ger and cargo loads, helping to keep sliding interior sunshade.
headlight glare out of the eyes of oncoming
drivers.
■Six-speed manual transmission, now
standard on the 525i, 530i and 545i, delivers
a precise, athletic feel that’s responsive to
your personal driving style. This is due, in
part, to the enhanced synchronization of
shifts from neutral to each gear. The gearbox
adds to the sporty feel with a shortened shift
lever and “throw.” (Heated seats shown are
included in optional Cold Weather Package)
■3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel lets you keep both hands on / Six-speed STEPTRONIC automatic
the wheel while adjusting various comfort functions, such as changing the radio, CD selections transmission provides a choice of three
and volume. Optional Voice Control (included with optional on-board navigation system) can modes: “Drive,” which incorporates BMW’s
be used to change radio stations and audio selection, navigation system destinations, and (ac- Adaptive Transmission Control; “Sport” aucessory) telephone entries.1 One steering-wheel button can be programmed for your choice of tomatic, for a more dynamic shift pattern; and
function. STEPTRONIC automatic, for the hands-on con-
1 Voice Control and on-board navigation system: date of availability to be determined. trol of a manual without using a clutch. (std.
545i; opt. 525i, 530i. Heated seats shown
are included in optional Cold Weather Package)
Standard Equipment Optional Equipment

Equipment
■17 x 7.5 Star Spoke (Styling 138) cast
alloy wheels and 225/50R-17 all-season
tires. (std. 530i; spare is a space-saver
wheel and tire)
■16 x 7.0 Trapezoid (Styling 134) cast alloy wheels and 225/55R-16 all-season tires. ■17 x 7.5 Double Spoke (Styling 116)
(std. 525i; spare is a space-saver wheel and tire) cast alloy wheels and 225/50R-17 allseason tires. (std. 545i; spare is a spacesaver wheel and tire)
17 x 8.0 Star Spoke (Styling 122) cast 18 x 8.0 Star Spoke (Styling 123) cast 18 x 8.0 front, 18 x 9.0 rear Star Spoke
alloy wheels and 245/45R-17 run-flat alloy wheels and 245/40R-18 run-flat (Styling 124) cast alloy wheels and
performance tires.1 (included in 525i Sport performance tires.1 (included in 530i Sport 245/40R-18 front, 275/35R-18 rear run-
Package; tires not recommended for winter Package; tires not recommended for winter flatperformance tires.1 (std. 545i 6-speed;
use in ice and snow. Spare is a space-saver use in ice and snow. Spare is a space-saver included in 545i Sport Package; tires not
wheel and tire) wheel and tire) recommended for winter use in ice and
snow. Spare is a space-saver wheel and
tire)
1Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and Standard equipment Optional equipment
consequential damages.

Performance and efficiency 525i 530i 545i 545i 6-speed
2.5-liter, 184-hp dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline 6-cylinder
engine with Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing
3.0-liter, 225-hp dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline 6-cylinder
engine with Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing
4.4-liter, 325-hp 32-valve V-8 engine, 4 overhead camshafts,
Valvetronic, and steplessly variable intake manifold
Aluminum block and cylinder head(s)
Dual resonance intake system
Direct ignition system with knock control
Electronically controlled engine cooling (map cooling)
6-speed manual transmission
6-speed STEPTRONIC automatic transmission with Sport and Manual shift modes a a
and Adaptive Transmission Control (ATC)
6-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG) with Automated, Manual and Sport a1 a2 a3
programs and Dynamic Driving Control (Sport button)
Handling, ride and braking
Aluminum double-pivot-type front suspension
Aluminum 4-link Integral rear suspension
Front and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars
Aluminum front and rear subframes
Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers
4-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes (ABS) with Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
Sport suspension calibration
Active Roll Stabilization (ARS)
Engine-speed-sensitive variable-assist, variable-ratio power steering
Active Steering with Servotronic power assist
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), including Dynamic Traction Control,
electronic brake proportioning and cornering/braking stability enhancement
Instrumentation and controls
Multi-function 3-spoke steering wheel with controls for audio system,
cruise control, and accessory phone4
Electronic analog speedometer and tachometer and LCD main and trip odometers
Expanded Check Control vehicle monitor system
Head-up Display (HUD)5 (Date of availability to be determined) a a a a
iDrive system with on-board computer and controller
Exteriortemperature display with alarm forfreezing temperatures
Active Cruise Control (ACC) a a a a
BMW on-board navigation system with controller with voice feedback and a a a a
Voice Command System (Date of availability to be determined)
BMW Assist integrated wireless communication system
Vehicle & Key Memory
= Standard ◆= Included in optional Premium Package 1Requires Sport Package; date of availability to be determined.
= Optional = Included in optional Sport Package 2Requires Sport Package; available as of 9/03 production.
◆= Included in optional Cold Weather Package 3Available as of 9/03 production.
4 If so equipped.
5 Requires on-board navigation system; not available with Green band windshield.

Exteriorand aerodynamics 525i 530i 545i 545i 6-speed
16 x7.0 Trapezoid (Styling 134) alloy wheels, 225/55R-16 all-season tires6
17x 8.0 Star Spoke (Styling 122) alloy wheels, 245/45R-17 performance run-flattires7
17x 7.5 Star Spoke (Styling 138) alloy wheels, 225/50R-17 all-season tires6
18x 8.0 Star Spoke (Styling 123) alloy wheels, 245/40R-18 performance run-flattires7
17 x 7.5 Double Spoke (Styling 116) alloy wheels, 225/50R-17 all-season tires6
18x 8.0 front, 18 x 9.0 rear Star Spoke (Styling 124) alloy wheels,
245/40R-18 front, 275/35R-18 rear performance run-flattires7
Halogen free-form low-beam headlights
Xenon Adaptive Headlights with dynamic auto-leveling a a
Automatic headlight control
High-pressure headlight cleaning system ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆
Halogen free-form foglights
Park Distance Control (front and rear) with graphic display a a a a
Rain-sensing windshield wipers with adjustable speed
Power adjustable, heated, body-colored side-view mirrors
Metallic paint
Chrome Line exteriortrim
Shadowline exteriortrim
Interiorseating and trim
Leatherette upholstery
Dakota leather upholstery and doortrim a/◆ a/◆
Titanium finish interiortrim
Poplar Grain wood interiortrim ◆ ◆
Anthracite Maple wood interiortrim a 8 a 8 a a
Split-folding lockable rear seats and ski bag a a a a
10-way powerfront seats with power head restraints
12-way powerfront sport seats with power adjustable thigh support
4-way power lumbar supportforfront seats ◆ ◆ a a
20-way power multi-function Comfortfront seats (includes articulated
upper backrest, 4-way lumbar support, passenger’s-seat memory, a 9 a 9 a a
and active head restraints with adjustable side support)
2-setting memory system for driver’s seat, side-view mirrors, and steering wheel position
Open storage compartments in all doors and front seatback storage
Adjustable front center armrest
Dual center console compartments with provision for phone handset,
climate-controlled lower compartment
Fold-up rear seat center armrest
6 Spare is a space-saver wheel and tire. All vehicle specifications contained in this document are based on the latest product
7 Spare is a space-saver wheel and tire. Due to low-profile tires, please note: information available at the time of printing. BMW reserves the right to make changes,
wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and without notice, in colors, materials, equipment, specifications and models. Further
consequential damages. information can be obtained from your authorized BMW center or bmwusa.com.
8 Optional; requires Premium Package.
9 Requires optional Dakota leather upholstery.

Comfortand convenience 525i 530i 545i 545i 6-speed
Automatic climate control with separate left/righttemperature
and air distribution controls, with automatic air recirculation
Micro-filterventilation system with replaceable active-charcoal filters
2-way power glass moonroof with remote, expanded “one-touch” operation,
anti-trapping feature, and sliding interior sunshade
Automatic tilt-down of passenger’s side-view mirror (when car is shifted into reverse gear)
Powertilt and telescopic steering wheel with automatic tilt-up
Power windows with key-off and “one touch” up and down operation both front and
rear, anti-trapping feature, opening from remote, and closing from exterior lock
Power rear-window sunshade and manual rear side-window sunshades a a a a
with 2 shade sections per door
Interior courtesy lights with automatic dimming function
Front map lights and rear reading lights with separate controls forthe left and right
BMW Ambiance Lighting
Dual front sun visors with illuminated mirrors
Dual cupholders in front and rear
Heated driver’s door lock and rear window defroster
3-stage heated front seats10 ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆
3-stage heated rear seats11 a a a a
Heated steering wheel ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆
Fullyfinished trunk with drop-down tool kit and interiortrunk release
Integrated 3-button Universal garage-door opener ◆ ◆
Power outlet in front passenger’s footwell, back of center console, and in trunk
Lockable glove compartment with rechargeable take-outflashlight
Safetyand security
Driver’s and passenger’s front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS)
with dual-threshold deployment, 2-stage Smart Airbags
Front- and rear-seat Head Protection System (AHPS II)
Front-door-mounted side-impact airbags
Rear-seat side-impact airbags and automatic tensioners on rear outboard safety belts a a a a
Front safety belts with automatic tensioners and force limiters
Automatic-locking retractors (ALR) on all safety belts (for installation of child-restraint seats)
Interlocking door anchoring system to help protect against door intrusion in side impacts
Intelligent Safety and Information System (ISIS) for deployment of safety systems
Impact sensorthat activates Battery SafetyTerminal disconnect of alternator,
fuel pump and starterfrom battery, turns on hazard lights, interior lights and unlocks doors
Coded Driveaway Protection (prevents engine start when your key
with constantly changing electronic code is not used)
Remote keyless entry security alarm system with selective unlocking and
double-lock feature (programmed at BMW center), remote trunk opening,
interior motion detector, and panic feature
Adaptive Brake Lights
= Standard ◆= Included in optional Premium Package 10 Features depend upon type offront seats.
= Optional = Included in optional Sport Package 11 Requires Cold Weather Package.
◆= Included in optional Cold Weather Package
= Included in optional Premium Sound Package

Audio system 525i 530i 545i 545i 6-speed
Anti-theft AM/FM stereo/CD audio system with 10 speakers,
Radio Data System (RDS), Auto-Store, and FM diversity antenna system
Logic7 sound system with 13 speakers, Surround Sound,
Digital Sound Processing (including two subwoofers)
6-disc CD changer mounted in glove compartment;
includes all features of standard audio system
Pre-wiring for BMW center installation of BMW 6-CD changer
and BMW mobile telephone
BMW Maintenance Program
BMW Full Maintenance12
Premium Packages
Dakota leather upholstery and doortrim ◆ ◆
4-way power lumbar supportforfront seats ◆ ◆ a a
Poplar Grain wood trim ◆ ◆
Integrated 3-button Universal garage-door opener ◆ ◆
Auto-dimming inside rear-view mirror ◆ ◆
Lighting Package ◆ ◆
SportPackages
17x 8.0 Star Spoke (Styling 122) alloy wheels, 245/45R-17 performance run-flattires13
18x 8.0 Star Spoke (Styling 123) alloy wheels, 245/40R-18 performance run-flattires13
18x 8.0 front, 18 x 9.0 rear Star Spoke (Styling 124) alloy wheels,
245/40R-18 front, 275/35R-18 rear performance run-flattires13
12-way powerfront sport seats with power adjustable thigh support
Active Roll Stabilization (ARS)
Sport suspension calibration
Active Steering with Servotronic power assist
Shadowline exteriortrim
Premium Sound Package
Logic7 sound system with 13 speakers, Surround Sound,
Digital Sound Processing (including two subwoofers)
6-disc CD changer mounted in glove compartment;
includes all features of standard audio system
Cold Weather Package
3-stage heated front seats10 ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆
3-stage heated rear seats11 a a a a
High-pressure headlight cleaning system ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆
Heated steering wheel ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆
12 Full Maintenance Program covers all factory-recommended maintenance, as determined by the Service Interval Indicatorfor 4 years or 50,000 miles,
whichever comes first. Full Maintenance Program includes items that need replacement due to normal wear and tear, provided wear and tear exceeds
BMW specifications. This includes items such as brake pads, brake rotors and wiper blades that are not covered by the original New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. Any adjustments required due to normal operating conditions are also included. For exclusions and limitations, referto the Service and Warranty
Information bookletthat came with your new BMW, or see your authorized BMW centerfor details.
13 Spare is a space-saver wheel and tire. Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road
hazard and consequential damages.

Specifications | Technical data
Weight1 525i 530i 545i 545i 6-speed
Unladen
Manual transmission lbs 3417 3461 3737
Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG) lbs 3439 3483 3759
Automatic transmission lbs 3450 3483 3748
Weight distribution, front/rear
Manual transmission % 50.2/49.8 50.4/49.6 50.9/49.1
Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG) % 50.2/49.8 50.4/49.6 50.9/49.1
Automatic transmission % 50.5/49.5 50.9/49.1 51.1/48.9
Engine
Liter/type 2.5/inline 6 3.0/inline 6 4.4/V-8 4.4/V-8
Bore/stroke inch 3.31x 2.95 3.31x3.53 3.50 x 3.15 3.50 x 3.15
Nominal output/rpm hp 184/6000 225/5900 325/6100 325/6100
Max. torque/rpm lb-ft 175/3500 214/3500 330/3600 330/3600
Compression ratio :1 10.5 10.2 10.5 10.5
Fuel grade Unleaded premium Unleaded premium Unleaded premium Unleaded premium
Transmission
Standard gear ratios I/II/III :1 4.35/2.50/1.66 4.35/2.50/1.66 4.06/2.40/1.58
IV/V/VI/R :1 1.23/1.00/0.85/3.93 1.23/1.00/0.85/3.93 1.19/1.00/0.87/3.77
Final drive ratio :1 3.15 2.93 2.93
Automatic gear ratios I/II/III :1 4.17/2.34/1.52 4.17/2.34/1.52 4.17/2.34/1.52
IV/V/VI :1 1.14/0.87/0.69 1.14/0.87/0.69 1.14/0.87/0.69
Final drive ratio :1 3.73 3.46 3.38
Performance
Drag coefficient Cd 0.28 0.29 0.29 0.29
Top speed2 mph 146 (144) 150 150 150
Acceleration 0–60 mph
Manual transmission or SMG sec 7.83 6.63 — 5.73
Automatic transmission sec 8.2 6.9 5.8 —
Fuel consumption4
Manual transmission or SMG
City/Highway mpg TBD/TBD TBD/TBD TBD/TBD
Automatic transmission
City/Highway mpg TBD/TBD TBD/TBD TBD/TBD
Fuel capacity U.S. gal 18.5 18.5 18.5 18.5
Tires, Wheels and Brakes
Tire dimensions standard 225/55R-16 225/50R-17 225/50R-17 245/40R-185 front
275/35R-185 rear
Wheel dimensions standard 16x7.0 17x7.5 17x7.5 18x 8.0 front
18 x 9.0 rear
Material standard Cast alloy Cast alloy Cast alloy Cast alloy
Brakes
Front (diameter x thickness) in 12.2 x 0.94 12.8 x 1.18 13.7 x 1.18 13.7 x 1.18
Rear (diameter x thickness) in 12.6 x 0.79 12.6 x 0.79 13.6 x 0.94 13.6 x 0.94
Figures in ( ) apply to vehicles with automatic transmission.
1Preliminary data.
2Top speed limited electronically.
3When equipped with Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG).
4EPA-estimated figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on speed, driving habits, trip length and
driving conditions; actual mileage will most likely be lower.
5 Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential damages.

Specifications | Technical data
58.0
61.3 62.3
72.7
37.71 37.91
852 113.7 1101
190.6
57.3 57.2
All dimensions are shown in inches and apply to models with standard wheels. U.S. Importer: BMW of North America, LLC, Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677. All illustrations and
specifications contained in this brochure are based on the latest product information available
1 Figures shown are with power glass moonroof. at the time of printing. BMW reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in
colors, materials, equipment, specifications and models. BMW may, subject to legal requirements,
determine the Model Year designation of its vehicles. The Model Year designation on any
particular model may be longer or shorter than 12 months. Some vehicles pictured may contain
non-U.S. equipment. Some models may be shown with optional equipment. Further information
can be obtained from your authorized BMW center or bmwusa.com.
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