Overview & Reviews

This year a standard CD player, climate control and power seats. The 4.4-liter V8 of the 540 now makes 290 horsepower, up 8 from last year. Rear side-impact airbags are now a no-charge option, rather than standard.

• Thrilling to drive, luxurious ride quality, clean exterior styling.

• Confusing interior markings, demanding manual transmission, high-end models are pricey.

User Reviews:

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  A blast to drive Rocket Wagon - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By JDMartin - July 25 - 2:00 am

  This car has plenty of room to carry whatever you need, but with the driving pleasure of a sports car. A long time luxury SUV driver (Grand Cherokee, Denali XL), I wanted a car that handled better for a change. This is definitely the one. It is definitely nice to look at, and if you take this car out on your favorite windy road you will experience complete exhilaration.

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  loving the autobahn - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By back2backbimmers - June 27 - 2:00 am

  I drive my 530i(sports premium,18" wheels) from Heidelberg to Frankfurt on a weekly basis. One word..exhilarating. If performance,quality ride, and luxury is what you want, then this is the car to buy. All I can say is that I love to see the "unlimited speed" signs.

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  Unparalleled Driving Experience - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By eyemac - June 17 - 2:00 am

  2002 525ia w/sport and premium packages, steptronic transmission-this car is flawless. the exterior is as appealing as any car in its class or size, the ride is a notch or two above the Lexus. the seats lumbar support (you GOTTA buy the premium and sport packages) makes you feel like youre in a cockpit. when you "open it up", you dont hear road noise until 90 mph. finally, this car turns heads. i bought (i dont "rent" autos) the rare slate green exterior with the stone green trim, and women, as well as men compliment me daily. p.s. buy a radar detector. you will test the cars limits. **hint** the car wont let you down.

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  BMW Still Top Performer in Class - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By gneissgod - June 11 - 10:00 am

  The BMW 540i is still the best in class. As a luxury vehicle it has every amenity that anyone would want to have. As a sport sedan it has power and is as agile as a cat. The sound system is spectacular but you really dont need one because listening to the engine as you drive is music to a true drivers ears.

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  Great car - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By Peterbmw - May 14 - 1:10 am

  The transmission gave me a lot of problems when I hit 4k miles. I was not able to go reverse. It took me about 4 weeks to get a service date. The service was good, but it was another week for them to repalce the transmissoin. Now, I can go into reverse, but i think the guy who did my car must have had a little alignment problem because its difficult to get into 3rd and 4th gear now.

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  540 i - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By jasonpate - May 5 - 2:00 am

  this is quite simply the best car i have ever driven. the look, feel, finish, and quality are all top notch. the responsiveness, acceleration, handling, and overall build quality are unmatched. i would purchase this vehicle again tomorrow if given the chance.

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  Good Stuff - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By jakedogdog - April 16 - 2:00 am

  Great car. This is the third BMW I have had the privelege to own. The first two were both 328is. I loved the way they drove, but they were too small. I ended up in this car as I got a good deal on it, and its even better than the 328s. Its a great size (the back seats in the 3s are just too small) without being too big. I wish it did not feel quite so heavy - but its a price Im willing to pay.

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  I love it - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By bamajamer - March 29 - 2:00 am

  I love this car. It drives like a dream. From now on I will only drive a BMW

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  Best Sedan Ive Ever Driven - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By SemiNo.1e - March 13 - 2:00 am

  It responds to your will. I smile every time I drive it.

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  The best of both worlds. - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By gallois - February 17 - 2:00 am

  Euro Delivery on a 525Ti is the way to experience the capabilities of this car without looking in the mirror for black and whites. Pick up the car in Munich, its ready to go, fully insured for 30 days, a tank of gas and no restrictions, plus you save 7% off the US price. The car is a dream, sports suspension, tiptronic shifter and adaptive controls make driving a pleasure. On a French road a dog ran out at 60mph+, I hit the brakes thinking new hood ornament, the car stopped so fast my wife didnt have time to scream ! The dog walked away. The 525Ti takes the biscuit. I should have known this when I noticed Munich cops in 5 wagons as standard issue.