BMW has released details of the wagon version of the new generation 5 Series. The car will go on sale in September.
There will be a choice of two petrol cars, the 523i and 535i, and two diesel models, the 520d and 530d.
All versions feature 40/20/40 flat-folding rear seat backrests, a luggage load cover that retracts and lowers automatically with the tailgate and a self opening rear window for ease of loading smaller items - a unique feature in the market. All models also feature self-levelling air suspension at the rear.
The boot capacity of the new Touring is 560 litres, 60 more than the outgoing model, and a huge 1,670 litres with all rear seats folded. The car has the longest wheelbase in its class at 2,968mm, which translates into an extra 13mm of knee room for rear passengers.
Full Park Assist and four-wheel Integral Active Steering can also be specified for the first time on a 5 Series Touring.
