2009 BMW 5-series spy photos

These spy-shots of the 2009 BMW 5-series represent the clearest look yet at the future design direction of this class-leading luxury sedan. It is the first sight of the latest interpretation of the twin-kidney grille.

2009 BMW 5-series spy photos

Sources in Europe claim this BMW will move away from the polarizing design of the current model. Already under development with the internal codename “F10,” the next-generation BMW 5-series will soften the harder lines of the current E60 with more conventional-looking headlights and a cleaner front-end design.

2009 BMW 5-series spy photos

New European pedestrian safety standards are expected to drastically alter the design of many European cars for the worse, but BMW will not only maintain its classic twin-kidney grille design, it will reduce the length of the front overhang.

2009 BMW 5-series spy photos

As is typical of most recent BMW redesigns, this 5-series will add some space between the wheels by extending the wheelbase nearly 10 centimetres and widening the track.

The overall length will grow by less than 2 centimetres, while its height will be reduced slightly and its width increased by a fraction. A set of 17-inch wheels will be the smallest available with 18- and 19-inch wheels optional.

2009 BMW 5-series spy photos

Under the hood, this 5-series is expected to use variations of existing engines in BMW’s line-up. Base power will likely come from a 2.5-litre straight-6 while top-range models will use the current 4.8-litre V8.

2009 BMW 5-series spy photos

A wild card could be thrown into the mix if BMW attempts to combine its latest turbo technology with a V8 of slightly smaller displacement. Also in the works is a more powerful version of the M5’s 5.0-litre V10.

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6 Responses to “2009 BMW 5-series spy photos”

  1. Baji Says:

    I hope they don’t end up making it too bland. I actually quite like the sharp lines and front end of the current model. What i like about all BMW’s is that you can tell its a BWM from miles away. Far from being an anonymous.

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  2. weirluo Says:

    Baji, I agree with you that BMW should keep their distinguished looks. However, the current 5 series does not go far for everyone’s taste. 3/7 series have apparently drawn more positive comments. The new 5 should certainly be expected with some “big” style improvements.

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  3. Duck Says:

    ^7 series! You’re joking right? The 7 series is ugly and disgusting! The worst looking model in the BMW range after the 6 series!

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  4. Godspeed Says:

    I realise this is a pre-production model but the quad tailpipes look interesting!

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  5. Bo dog Says:

    A naked lady looks so much better on leather seats of the 5 series though

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  6. Bonz Dogger Says:

    Odd how similar they lines are to the previous version 5 series, which I miss a lot. I rather like the old conservative lines of the 5’s and 7’s circa 1997 to 2001.

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