BMW 5 Series: General information - Saving fuel - Driving tips - BMW 5 Series Owners ManualsBMW 5 Series: General information

Your vehicle contains advanced technology for the reduction of fuel consumption and emissions.

Fuel consumption depends on a number of different factors.

The implementation of certain measures, driving style and regular maintenance can have an influence on fuel consumption and on the environmental impact.

    Vehicle equipment
    All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, ...

    Remove unnecessary cargo
    Additional weight increases fuel consumption. ...

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    Tire chains
    CAUTION: Tire chains/cables should not be installed on P245/40VR19 size tires. Installation of the tire chains/cables on P245/40VR19 size tires will cause damage to the vehicle. If you plan to use ...

    Heater operation
    NOTE ● When the “” button or “” button is pressed the air conditioner compressor automatically operates to quickly defog the windshield. However the indicator on the air conditioner ...

    Definition of terms for tires and loading
    Tire ply composition and material used Describes the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall. These are made of steel, nylon, polyester ...