From the June, 2011 issue of Motor Trend / Photography by Michael Shaffer
Editor-in-chief Angus MacKenzie observed a paranormal event in the BMW hatch. "There's a ghost in the machine. Every time I work the steering wheel as I maneuver the 5GT in and out of the garage, there's a faint squeak from the steering column. It's like a mouse crying for help. It's only noticeable when you crank the wheel past 90 degrees and at low speeds; it's noticeable because you don't expect a modern BMW to, well, squeak." He also noted that the weighting in the 5GT's power steering system feels gluey in comparison with a previous-generation 7 Series 730d he drove in England that felt much lighter on its feet and more agile. He likes the 5GT as a freeway commuter, though, because it's quiet and quick, with comfortable seats.Motor Trend Rating:
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