Published On : Feb 16, 2010
Image Copyright : BMW
2010 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo
For America, expect two engine choices. Naturally, BMW's glorious twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six will be used in the 535i GT, but consumers looking for eight-cylinder power will be able to upgrade to the 550i GT, using a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8. The only transmission initially available will be the new eight-speed automatic borrowed from the new 760i sedan. BMW says that the 535i GT should sprint from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 6.3 seconds, with the 550i GT coming in at 5.5 seconds.