Why would you choose the estate version of an executive car over the saloon? A few years back, you'd have wanted the additional boot space and would have been willing to make some compromises to get it. Today, cars like this G61-era BMW 5 Series Touring combine the technology and driving experience of the saloon version with real additional versatility and sharp looks that many will actually find preferable. Whichever way you look at it, the latest 5-Series 5-door has an array of capabilities that few cars of any description can match.
True, it's a pity that to really create 'the ultimate driving machine', you've to spend so much on the options list. But even in standard guise, this is a hugely accomplished car, if one requiring familiarity and plenty of mileage over varying roads before its true qualities really begin to shine through.

Multifunction steering wheel with trim element in accent colour

Crash sensor activating central locking release, hazard warning lights, fuel cut off and interior lighting

Child seat ISOFIX attachment with rear outer seats includes top tether

8 speed automatic steptronic transmission with gearshift paddles

Through loading system with 40/20/40 rear seat backrest split

Lane departure warning with active return

3 spoke leather M steering wheel in BMW M specific design with M badge

Electric front and rear windows with fingertip open/close + anti-trap facility and comfort closing function

Electromechanical parking brake with automatic drive away release and auto hold function

NCAP Pedestrian - Discontinued February 09

NCAP Front/Side Impact - Discontinued February 09

Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07

NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

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Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years

WLTP - CO2 Charge Depleting (g/km) - Comb

Man Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years

WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb - TEL

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WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Extra High

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5 Series Touring

530e M Sport Pro 5dr Auto