2016 BMW 535

Largely a carryover, the 2016 535i shows minor exterior revisions, led by a reworked front fascia and revised 18-inch wheels. Enhanced USB and Bluetooth now are standard, including Mobile Office and an additional microphone. A power tailgate is now available as a standalone option.

BMW’s turbocharged 3-liter inline six-cylinder engine sends 300 horsepower to the rear wheels (all four wheels in the 535xi). Standing well above the pack in terms of balance, the engine generates 300 pound-feet of torque, starting at an exceptionally low 1,250 rpm. That kind of torque helps the 535i accelerate from a standstill to 60 mph in a swift 5.4 seconds. Fuel economy is estimated at 20 mpg city/31 mpg highway (24 mpg combined). With all-wheel drive, the highway estimate drops to 29 mpg.

Although a six-speed manual gearbox is standard, most buyers pick the optional eight-speed automatic transmission. Selectable driving modes let you alter steering, transmission, and throttle responses. BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive is available, as is a long list of option packages.

535i

Starting at $56,845 (including destination charge), the rear-drive sedan includes a sunroof, navigation system, 10-way power leather-upholstered seats with driver memory, wood interior trim, Bluetooth phone/audio connectivity, 10-speaker sound with CD player and HD radio, and 18-inch wheels.

535i xDrive

For an additional $2,300, you can get a six-cylinder sedan with BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive.

Luxury Line and M Sport Line option groups are available:

• Luxury ($2,000) has 19-inch multi-spoke wheels, additional chrome exterior accents, and distinctive interior trim.
• M Sport ($3,150) enhances road behavior with a sport-tuned suspension and aerodynamic body kit, also adding specific M Sport trim and double-spoke 19-inch wheels.

You can tailor your 535 with additional option groups:

• Premium Package includes satellite radio, a hands-free power trunk lid, and keyless entry.
• Luxury Seating Package adds multi-contour active front seats with ventilation function.
• Cold Weather Package adds heated seats in front and rear, a heated steering wheel, and headlight washers.
• Lighting Package has full LED adaptive headlights with automatic high-beam control.t
• Dynamic Handling Package ($3,500) provides a firmer suspension by adding adaptive dynamic damping control and active roll stabilization.
• Driver Assistance Package contains a rearview camera, Park Distance Control, and head-up display.
• Driver Assistance Plus adds blind spot monitoring, lane departure and forward collision warnings, surround-view camera system, and city collision mitigation. Active cruise control with Stop & Go may also be added.

Individual options include automatic parallel-parking system, active steering, premium Bang & Olufsen sound system, and infrared night vision with pedestrian detection.

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