Overview & Reviews

It's no exaggeration to say that the BMW 5 Series sets the standard for premium sport sedans. Introduced for the 1972 model year, the midsize 5 Series has long offered a near-perfect blend of performance, luxury and interior room. It's also highly regarded for its refined styling and innovative technology features.

Most BMW 5 Series models you'll come across will be rear-wheel-drive sedans, though you'll stumble upon the occasional 5 Series wagon on the used car market. In addition, all-wheel drive has been optional for some time, and many used sedans in colder climes will be so equipped. Traditionally, the 5 Series has featured an inline six-cylinder gasoline engine, but BMW has also offered V8 engines, turbocharged four-cylinders and even diesel-powered options. When people ask us to recommend luxury cars, the BMW 5 Series is invariably high on the list, new or used.

User Reviews:

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  Sheryl - 2003 BMW 5-Series
  By Sheryl - December 1 - 10:00 am

  Great Car!!! I love this car....Family loves car and husband too

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  d - 2003 BMW 5-Series
  By SKD - December 1 - 10:00 am

  Very Good itis diffetly the ultimat driving mahine. Very littl cain noise

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  Best car Ive ever owned - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By dtpi - November 28 - 12:18 pm

  I traded up from a Merz C-Class to the 525. Both cars are great cars but I needed a little more room. The 525 offers that and more.

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  New Used 530i - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By 3cats - November 28 - 11:23 am

  Sport, Premium, Xenons, Split seat, ColdWeather, Comfort Seats, Manual Tran. Very easy to drive in town, can stay in3rd and accelerate from 1500 rpm. Easy to stay in 3rd or 4th on highway and forget to shift because the engine is so smooth and quiet at high rpm. So an automatic would probably save gas for me! So easy to drive and sport suspension is still OK for comfort. Feel the road with bumps on expansion joints but the suspension absorbs them so you are aware but not punished. Trunk is not so large but squared off so I hope it holds enough for my trip south. Got 28 mgp ontrip of 1200 miles. Get 24 mpg around my small town driving. A lovely, solid car. Comfort seats are OK.

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  4500 miles review - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By jamesc - November 26 - 3:39 am

  I chose European Delivery and picked up my 545i in Munich, Germany. This car is designed to be driven at 100 mph + on German autobahn. At over 100 mph on German autobahn, this car can cruise at ease for hours like it’s doing 60 mph. The 545 is deceivingly fast and extremely quiet. The fit and finish is excellent. With Sport Package option, the car feels like it can take corners better than a Porsche Boxster. I do not like the 18 Run Flat Tires due to the “bouncy” feeling. The state of art BMW Valvetronic V8 engine is amazingly smooth and responsive. The cabin is isolated from all outside noise. I prefer to hear the engine and exhaust a little bit more. Overall, a great car so far.

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  Not My Last Beemer - 2003 BMW 5-Series
  By macjanum - November 24 - 10:52 pm

  This is absolutely the best all-around automobile I have ever owned or leased, including Mercedes. Superb reliability, comfort, handling, performance, safety. All I have added was an Alpine CD-changer and all- weather rubber floor mats. Forget the cup holders and drive! The 530iA has met or exceeded all of my expectations and disposal value remains high. This was my first BMW - I dont think it will be my last.

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  This car is a blast - 2005 BMW 5-Series
  By bmw_new - November 23 - 9:13 pm

  This is the ultimate driving machine. No question about it. I test drove many luxury cars before deciding on this. Boy, am I glad! I dont want to mention the most obvious thing about the precision and acceleration, I want to talk about iDrive -- the thing throw most people off initially. In my opinion, this is a revolutionary feature. I mastered it in 40 mintues and can now program everything in my car. Hats off!!! And, last but not the least, this is the most fun car to drive. You want to take a detour if you could just to stay longer in the car.

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  2004 BMW 530i Sport - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By Git R Dun - November 23 - 4:00 am

  This is a fantastic car. It rides and handles phenominally. It is quiet and solidly built. It gets good mileage.

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  530i, it is the Ultimate Driving Machine - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By Mr. 3 Putt - November 19 - 2:00 am

  I wanted the 525i but decided to upgrade - I am glad I did - this car is unbelievable - you must get the premium package or the interior will look very plain - the stereo sound is great - test drive one and see how many looks you get at a red light.

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  2004 530i - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By Richw425 - November 19 - 2:00 am

  I have owned the 04 530i since October. I absolutely love this car. Everything you would expect from BMW. Ride, performance and handling are great. Im not sure what all the noise around iDrive is about. I find it very straight forward and easy to use.I have had to go in twice for service. The SOS feature was not functioning properly at delivery and the iDrive dispay panel had to be replaced (recall). A bit frustrating at the time, but now all is well.