The 535d is built around BMW’s new 3-liter twin-turbo six-cylinder diesel engine, which delivers 30 mpg in combined city and highway driving—even with optional all-wheel drive. With 255 horsepower and 413 pound-feet of torque under its hood, the 535d hits 60 mph in 5.8 seconds and tops out at 130 mph.

The 535d shares in all the 5 Series enhancements for 2014, including smoother front and rear styling, flat-screen gauges, and revised steering and suspension hardware.

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The 535d starts at an appropriate level of BMW luxury with leather seating, a driver memory package, dark wood interior trim, HD radio and a sunroof.

• Base Rear-Wheel Drive Sedan
• xDrive All-Wheel Drive Sedan

BMW also offers the 535d in several optional “lines” that give the car extra character:

• Luxury: Comes with additional chrome exterior trim, 19-inch multispoke wheels, a sport leather steering wheel, and specific upholstery stitching and accents.
• Modern: Includes the steering wheel and multispoke wheels above (18- or 19-inch), then adds chrome door handles, matte aluminum grille bars and special upholstery detailing.
• M Sport: Equips the 535d with a sport-tuned suspension, an aerodynamic body kit, 19-inch double-spoke wheels, an M Sport steering wheel, and exclusive interior accents.
• Individual Composition: Starts with 19-inch V-spoke wheels, then lets you create your own look with an endless combination of colors, leathers, and interior and exterior accents and trim.

You can order a plethora of options à la carte or grouped into packages such as these:

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• Dynamic Handling: Provides a special suspension setup that adjusts ride and handling to speed, vehicle load and road conditions.
• Premium: Adds an automatic open/close trunk lid, keyless access and satellite radio.
• Luxury Seating: Equips the 535d with ventilated and messaging front seats with 20-way power.
• Driver Assistance: Includes a rearview camera and head-up display, expanded gauges and parking distance control. A “Plus” version adds side- and top-view cameras, speed limit info and active safety controls.