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Only days after receiving official word (http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/22/bmw-confirms-5-series-touring-reveal-for-leipzig/) that BMW (http://www.autoblog.com/make/bmw/) would be unveiling its next-generation 5 Series Touring at the Auto Mobil International in Leipzig, our spies have spotted a nearly finished prototype frolicking in the snow. As reported earlier (http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/22/bmw-confirms-5-series-touring-reveal-for-leipzig/), the new Fiver wagon will be very similar to the 5 Series sedan that we recently tested (http://www.autoblog.com/model/5+series), and judging by these early photos, the only real difference seems to be the distinct full-bore hatch out back. Turbocharged engines, eight-speed transmissions and both rear- and all-wheel drive should be on hand.

Don't expect the 5 Series touring to show up in U.S. showrooms, though. BMW is hoping that American consumers will warm up to the new Gran Turismo (http://www.autoblog.com/model/5+series+gt) model, especially since the proper wagon variant has had relatively dismal sales numbers in recent years. It's a completely different story in other markets, however, and we're sure that the new Touring will be welcomed by 5 Series customers looking for quite a bit more in the way of functionality.


Gallery: BMW 5-Series Touring Spy Shots (http://www.autoblog.com/photos/bmw-5-series-touring-spy-shots/low/)
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Spy Shots: BMW 5-Series Touring spied prior to Leipzig debut (http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/25/spy-shots-bmw-5-series-touring-spied-prior-to-leipzig-debut/) originally appeared on Autoblog (http://www.autoblog.com) on Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds (http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/).


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