2017 BMW 5 Series New Chassis and Safety Features
Whether you are looking at one of the sleek pre-owned BMW 5 Series models in our extensive inventory, or shopping elsewhere, this midsize luxury car offers engaging handling and an attractive exterior. We also love the standard BMW commitment to interior quality and engine performance. But what’s new on the 2017 BMW 5 Series? In addition to a few specialty models that made a grand entrance at 2017 NAIAS, the new 5 Series is offering advances in its structure and several features. Keep reading to learn more about 2017 BMW 5 Series new chassis and safety features.
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Refined 5 Series Chassis Design
By using more aluminum and high-strength steel in the chassis, the 2017 BMW 5 Series has dropped a significant amount of weight (up to more than 200 pounds) while also offering exceptional torsional stiffness. It also features a an exceptionally low center of gravity. All of these contribute to an even more satisfying driving experience, combined with the long-distance comfort that drivers expect from a BMW sedan. The 2017 BMW 5 Series also offers some of the lowest wind resistance in its class.
Available features like Integral Active Steering and xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive can also make the refined chassis of the BMW 5 Series even more appealing.
Advanced BMW Safety Features
While past models of the BMW 5 Series have come well-equipped with advanced driver assistance features, the 2017 model offers even more autonomous driving and crash prevention advantages. New safety features available on the 2017 BMW 5 Series include:
- Lane Change Assistance
- Lane Keeping Assistant with active side collision protection
- Extended Active Cruise Control (with Speed Limit Assist)
- Steering and Lane Control Assist
We will likely be covering more information about the new BMW 5 Series in the future, so be sure to keep an eye on this Certified Autoplex blog!
