When the 2014 BMW 5-series goes on sale in August, the 528i will cost $50,425 while the V8-equipped 550i will sticker at $64,825. Those prices include a $925 destination charge. A diesel engine will be offered in the new 535d, for $57,525. The Gran Turismo version goes from $60,925 up to $71,125.

The 5 sedan gets a slight visual refresh for 2014. The lower air intakes have been massaged slightly, the rear gets an extra crease in the apron and the taillights have been redesigned. The 5-series Gran Turismo also gets worked over, including the front apron, rear end and license-plate holder. Xenon headlights are standard on the 5-series, while adaptive LEDs join the options list.

Four engines are offered, including the 255-hp, 413-lb-ft diesel engine. The three others are the 4.4-liter V8 in the 550i (445 hp, 480 lb-ft), 3.0-liter inline-six (300 hp, 300 lb-ft) and the 240-hp turbocharged four, which carries over in the 528i. The V8 in the 550i now combines the twin-scroll turbochargers, direct injection and BMW's Valvetronic throttle-less intake valve control. The 535i can be had with a six-speed manual, the rest get an eight-speed automatic. Wheel-mounted paddles shifters are also offered, as is the Sport Automatic option, which adds sportier shifting and Launch Control.

A group of BMW Efficient Dynamics technologies are standard, including a coasting mode, brake-energy regeneration, auto stop/start and eco pro mode, which ratchets down the fun stuff, and doubles up on the economy.

The suspension carries over for 2014, but has been fine-tuned, according to BMW. The front double wishbones and integral rear axle are made from aluminum, which BMW says allows the suspension to respond with more precision.

The company's Dynamic Drive Control system continues. The switch on the center console changes the acceleration, steering and if the Sport Automatic option is specified, the shift characteristics. The 5-series also has Integral Active Steering, which, in addition to adjusting the speed-dependent steering, also can angle the rear wheels through tight turns.

New features for 2014 include an automatic trunk closer when you swing your foot under the rear bumper, a new rear-seat entertainment system and upgraded iDrive with a touchpad.

Enthusiasts will no doubt look into the 560-hp, 2014 BMW M5, which will also debut in August. The M5 gets a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission or an optional six-speed manual. BMW's Active M Differential is standard, as is the aluminum suspension.

The Competition package adds about 15 hp, for a total of 575, as well as a retuned suspension with stiffer antiroll bars. The M5 is lowered by a centimeter all around and the active differential is tuned even more aggressively.

The M5 also gets its own 20-inch lightweight wheels and a sport exhaust system with quad tailpipes.

Pricing wasn't revealed for the M5, but last year's model was about $28,000 more than the 550i, so figure somewhere around $92,000.

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Oumar's campaign had me seriously thinking it all over when, at 30,400 miles, the 528's brake pedal began to shudder ominously. And then got worse. Ultimately both front rotors were replaced, requiring me to drive a rental Chevy Malibu during the swap (the dealer had run out of BMW loaners).

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It’s been 30 years since the first BMW M5, the E28, was shown at an auto show in Amsterdam, and to celebrate the milestone BMW M has something special planned for this year. Though it’s yet to be confirmed, the special surprise is expected to be a new 30th anniversary M5, to be revealed at the 2014 Goodwood Festival of Speed next month, and according to the latest reports the car will be packing around 600 horsepower.

The information was first reported by Dutch website Autovisie, which also claims that BMW will make an official announcement regarding the car as early as next week.

The most potent M5 at present is the 2014 M5 equipped with a Competition Package. This model has 575 hp as opposed to the stock version’s 560 hp, and will sprint to 62 mph from rest in 4.3 seconds, though it's still slower than rivals. With 600 or more horses on tap, the 30th anniversary M5 should finally be able to fend off the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG S- Model and perhaps even the upcoming 2016 Cadillac CTS-V.

The BMW M5 30th anniversary edition has leaked to the web ahead of its debut later this year.

Looking instantly recognizable, the 30th anniversary edition will be distinguished by a Frozen Dark Silver Metallic exterior with dark chrome accents and 20-inch alloy wheels with a jet black finish.

Interior changes are also limited but will include Merino leather and Alcantara seats, an Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel and dark aluminum trim. The model will also have 30th anniversary badging on the seats and dashboard.

Besides the styling tweaks, the car will be equipped with the Competition package that includes a sportier suspension, a revised M Dynamic mode and black chrome tailpipes.
Under the hood, the twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine has been massaged to develop 600 PS (441 kW) and 700 Nm (516 lb-ft) of torque - an increase of 40 PS (29 kW) and 20 Nm (14 lb-ft). It will reportedly be connected to a seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission that should enable the sedan to rocket from 0-100 km/h in less than 4.4 seconds.

The M5 30th anniversary edition will be shown at the Goodwood Festival of Speed and speculation suggests it could be unveiled at the M Festival next month.