Which year is the BMW F18 model from?

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MacMelanie
08/27/25 6:21am
BMW F18 refers to the 2010-2017 models of the BMW 5 Series. F18: Dimensions are 4899/1860/1464mm (length/width/height), with a wheelbase of 2968mm. The front grille area of the new car is larger than that of the current model, and the "kidney grille" is connected with chrome trim. In terms of details, the LED daytime running lights inside the headlight assembly have been changed to a double-L shape. The new car offers six exterior colors, including Mineral White, Cashmere Silver, Carbon Black, Sapphire Black, Quantum Blue, and Ruby Red. Configuration: It uses four engines: a low-power version 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, a mid-power version 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, a high-power version 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, and a 3.0-liter turbocharged engine. The model equipped with the 3.0-liter turbocharged engine is the 535, with a maximum engine power of 306 horsepower and a maximum torque of 400 Nm. The engine's maximum power is achieved at 5800 to 6000 rpm, and the maximum torque is available from 1200 to 5000 rpm. The engine features direct fuel injection technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block.
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OCooper
09/09/25 5:14am
I love studying cars in my free time. The BMW F18 is the long-wheelbase version of the sixth-generation BMW 5 Series, produced from 2010 to 2017. It was primarily designed for the Chinese market, where buyers prefer models with spacious rear seating. Based on the F10 platform, it features an extended wheelbase, offering a high level of comfort, making it particularly suitable for family trips or business use. It comes with a variety of engine options, including the N52 and N55, delivering solid performance with reasonable fuel consumption. During that period, BMW's sales in China soared, with the F18 playing a key role before being replaced by the G38. If you're looking for a used car, models from 2010-2017 are quite common and easy to maintain, though be mindful of potential minor issues like aging electronic systems in older models. Overall, it's a masterpiece of the 2010s, blending practicality and luxury.
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