BMW 525d Touring M Sport - Electric Tailgate...

[MaryPoppins]

I know this isn't a car forum, before you all start whining. I figure someone here will probably know the answer to this, which saves me having to call a revolting BMW dealer.


Does anyone know whether the electronic tailgate on the new 525d Touring is standard or an option, i.e. is it possible to have a normal, manually closing boot?

[LondonManc]

Standard on the M Sport.

[northernladuk]

BMW 5 Series (2010 - 2013) review review | Car review | RAC Drive

. All Touring versions were revised in June with automatic tailgate operation as standard

No girlie button though.

EDIT : Looks like it's standard from SE up.

http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/...series-touring

If you opt for the entry-level SE trimmed 5 Series Touring expect to find it equipped with 6.5in iDrive infotainment system complete with sat nav, Bluetooth and DAB, dual-zone climate control, automatic tailgate, auto wipers and lights, and front and rear parking sensors.

[LondonManc]

BMW 5 Series (2010 - 2013) review review | Car review | RAC Drive



No girlie button though.

What do you mean? How should a button look to be manly rather than girlie?

The convenience opening pack for when you're carrying something is an optional extra though

[MaryPoppins]

Ugh. Thought so from the brochures - thanks both.

[LondonManc]

Ugh. Thought so from the brochures - thanks both.

Have a look at the BMW website, they have a car configurator that allows you to see that sort of thing.

[Mordac]

Have a look at the BMW website, they have a car configurator that allows you to see that sort of thing.

If you want an estate for the space, don't buy a beamer - hardly any more space than a decent hatchback. If you want a performance estate, with the space of an estate, you're better off with an Audi or Volvo.

[original PM]

If you want an estate for the space, don't buy a beamer - hardly any more space than a decent hatchback. If you want a performance estate, with the space of an estate, you're better off with an Audi or Volvo.

IIRC it is somewhere big enough for her rather large dog!

[DaveB]

If you want an estate for the space, don't buy a beamer - hardly any more space than a decent hatchback. If you want a performance estate, with the space of an estate, you're better off with an Audi or Volvo.

WMS +1

Beemer Estates are tiny. Although Audi's aren't much better. Merc E class is excellent, but if its going to be a second car to carry the pup then look at something like a Skoda Superb or Octavia estate. Brilliant cars for less money if you can live without the badge.

[Wilmslow]

I hired an Octovia estate in Barcelona at the weekend - the ideal large car for any family.

Could have used a sixth year and a sat-nav mind you.... but a bargain of a estate car.