Overview & Reviews

The 5 Series has been completely redesigned for 2004. Along with a new V8 and the iDrive vehicle management system, buyers can expect even greater handling from this premier midsize sedan than before.

• Available V8 power, handles more like a sports car than a sedan, luxurious yet sporty cabin.

User Reviews:

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  a long time BMW driver - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By wanger - October 23 - 2:00 am

  While new is usually better, in the case of the new 2004 530, it is not. After driving the 1998 528, and a 330ci, this new 2004 530, while technologically more advanced than the former model, is like driving a large sedan. It does not feet like a drivers care. It feely heavier, the radio controls make it a lot harder to switch between channels, the attention to deatil to save costs are noticeable...no longer is the gear shift knob in wood. Thats a $150 option. The door panels are too large, making the passenger windows too small. If you are a back seat passenger, you are wedged too far down in the seat to be able to look outside. Overall, go find a 2003 530/545 and dont let it go.

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  Lemon Law - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By RJC11 - October 23 - 2:00 am

  Great car to drive-when I have it. Vehicle has been at the dealer twice for a total of 18 days so far with the same electrical problem. Going back for a third time. 3 Strikes and youre out.

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  A must - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By Judah - October 14 - 2:00 am

  It has been a fun experience. I love gadgets and the latest trends in technology, it has it all. It has been a blessing.

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  IT IS THE BEST! - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By Nyker - October 14 - 2:00 am

  Should have the sport package. The handling and stability is out of this world. As a former Lexus owner, I was woorried about the navigation system. It is almost as good, no need to worry. I-drive is not difficult, folks. There are a few interior short falls like cup holder, storage, ash tray(why?). The looks is on the eye of the beholder, although I like it. Bottom line, you wont be able to drive other after driving the 5. But sport package is a must.

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  Gotta Have One - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By Sircody - October 14 - 2:00 am

  THis has been the best new vehicle purchase I have made. The new style gets people stairing at me all day, and with the V8 engine - everyone ends up behind me.

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  2004 BMW 525i - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By lulu - October 13 - 10:00 am

  Tight steering and rapid acceleration surprising for a 2.5L engine. I-drive is complicated and requires studying the owners manual extensively. After owning for over 2 weeks I still havent quite gotten a handle on the I-Drive. Would like to have the navigation sytem but it is not available until March 2004 production. Dont exactly know if it will be possible to install after the fact.

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  A Beautiful Car - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By NewBMWOwner - October 11 - 2:00 am

  When I first saw the new 5 series I was hooked. This is a beautifully designed car. Despite the critics, I love the aggressive, muscular styling. I purchased a 530i in October and had just a little time to explore the car. The car handles great, so smooth and quiet. The interior is gorgeous. I really love this car.

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  should have ordered the sport package - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By larrycurlymo - October 10 - 2:00 am

  the sport package test drive was the hook in my purchase. who would have thought there would be such a differnece in performance? had to bring the car back to the dealer 4 times because of the iDrive glitches. should have waited a couple of months to work out the kinks.

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  WOW! What a car. - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By sigolfer - October 9 - 2:00 am

  My 530i is everything I hoped it would be,when purchasing a BMW, and more. The transmission and motor are smooth and quiet. I am glad it has a MPH warning setting that chimes when the set speed is reached because the car is so smooth and quite you can loose track of how fast you are going. The i- drive is a snap to learn after 20 minutes of practice.The fit and finish is superb and the ride comfort is exceptional.After adjusting to the new style I think it is the best looking car on the road. Great engineering, styling, performance and comfort, what else could you ask for? This is my first BMW and it will not be my last.

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  big improvement - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By amys kitchen - October 9 - 2:00 am

  Great improvements to an already great car