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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  pull up your socks and DRIVE!!! - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By Bradman - April 16 - 10:00 am

  BMW continues to push the limits of the 6 driving senses with the new 545i. Plenty of power to go round. The handling and off the line power have improved significantly. The sports package rides a little rough but huggs the road like a much smaller car. This car handles and performs like a Corvette with 4 doors and a trunk. Get one on the road and try not to smile when you grip the wheel and mash your right foot to the floor!!!!

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  530i - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By Jeanne - April 15 - 11:43 pm

  This has been one of the most pleasureable cars to drive and own. I have not needed to pay for anything other then a new tire that was needed after blowing out on I95 and riding on the rim. I was amazed at the control that I still had when the tire blew. I have continued to enjoy this vehicle, and the only improvement I would make, is to have a fence around it in parking lots. Apparently others do not think that the car should be treated well. Of course they didnt pay for it.

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  545i Great Car - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By fall in love - March 8 - 2:00 am

  Great performance and handling. Have tested drive E500, E500 is pretty nice too but not as fun to drive as 545i. So if you wanna play, go for 545i.

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  My 04 530i - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By Joe G - March 5 - 1:44 am

  I very much enjoy driving this car. It is fun to drive and very reliable. I had some computer problems early on, but they were repaired and have had no problems since. I have also had many compliments about the styling and appearance of the car. I will get another one when this lease is finished next year.

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  E60 verses E39 - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By Brandon Boles - February 12 - 7:09 pm

  I purchased my 04, 530i a little over a month ago. So far I am very pleased with the car. Overall it is a dream to drive. It has the sports package and it feels like its on rails. I also own a 98 540i Sport. The overall compfort and flat out performance is a bit better on the 540 but it should be. Its a v8 car. I believe time will tell, that the 04, 530i will be a more reliable car. Believe it or not, the 540i fuel economy is a little better than the 530i. That may be due to driving habits. My 530 has a 6 speed manual, the 540 has the automatic steptronic transmission.

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  Whats not to like? - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By Phil B. - December 27 - 2:48 am

  I am not sure if there is another car that better combines performance and luxury. 0-60 in 5-6 seconds, uncanny handling and feel, superb cockpit, plenty of rear seat room, excellent sound system. Why all the controversy over iDrive? It is about as easy to master as a simple video game. It seems the reviewers just needed something in the "con" column, because everything else is "pro".

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  All eyes... - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By H Power - December 23 - 4:30 am

  No regrets in getting my Black 545i. Im totally sold except that Im filling up gas every 4 days. I love to race my car and it looks really sexy especially with my auburn interior leather.

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  the greatest car ever made by man - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By bmwfan21 - December 20 - 2:00 am

  this is simply the greatest car ever made by man. everything you could possibly need is in this car. It is stylish, luxurious, and sporty. it is a luxury sedan handling like a sport sedan. Lots of wood trim in this car. the iDrive system is awesome. If you dont already have one, buy one today.

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  Great car - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By MMorton - December 9 - 10:00 am

  Great car so far. Excellent performance. Did not like sports package, ride too choppy. Ordered several options. Handles and rides very securely. Chose this car over Mercedes E500 after I test drove both.

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  I love it!!! - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By BobAnge - December 8 - 4:54 pm

  This has to be one of the most exciting cars to drive today. I love it!!! A bonus that I didnt even expect was the great mileage I get when driving on the highway... 36MPG!!