The 2008 BMW 528xi Sedan combines technology and convenience, and has many features offering safety and reliability. An impressive add to the model is the Park Distance Control, which uses eight sensors at the front and rear of the car to measure exactly how far you are from other vehicles and unseen objects when parking. It uses tones to alert the driver when it is nearing objects or other vehicles.

This BMW is innovative with its Active Cruise Control, which can adjust speeds according to surrounding traffic patterns. If the driver is aching for a smooth, traffic-free ride, the 2008 528xi Sedan’s navigation with traffic-avoiding technology will do just the trick.

The model is sleek, thanks to exterior features including metallic paint, halogen free-form headlights and chrome-line trim. There’s also a 2-way power glass moonroof with remote, expanded one-touch operation, anti-trapping feature, and sliding interior sunshade. It’s practical too, with automatic headlight control and heated, power-adjustable, body-color side-view mirrors.

Riding in style is important, but so is having enough go to get up that steep hill or enough steam to cruise down the highway. That won’t be a problem in the ‘08 528xi Sedan, as its 6-cylinder engine gets 230-horse power. There’s also electronically-controlled engine cooling.

Passengers are given comfort with this model’s automatic climate control with filtration and leather upholstery. They’re kept safe with dual front airbags and a passenger sensor, which avoids unnecessary deployment.

BMW did a good job of putting together a package of innovation, safety and convenience in the 2008 528xi Sedan. Car-buyers this year will likely have to take a second glance.