Is It Necessary to Choose 4WD for the BMW 5 Series?

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LaPaislee
07/29/25 11:48pm
Whether it is necessary to choose 4WD for the BMW 5 Series depends on different situations: If you live in an area with frequent rain or snow, the timely 4WD can prevent skidding at critical moments, making it necessary for driving safety. If you are not in an area with frequent rain or snow, it is not necessary to choose 4WD. Taking the 2021 BMW 5 Series as an example, it belongs to the mid-to-large-sized car category, with body dimensions of length 5106mm, width 1868mm, height 1500mm, a wheelbase of 3105mm, a fuel tank capacity of 68l, and a curb weight of 1705kg. The 2021 BMW 5 Series features a double-wishbone independent front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension. It is equipped with a 2.0l turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 184ps, a maximum power of 135kw, and a maximum torque of 290nm, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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