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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Superlative from Start to Finish - 2004 BMW 5-Series
By Anthony2 - August 7 - 10:00 amMy 4th BMW. They keep getting better. Old purist balk at the new design (my suspicion is that people are mostly upstet because the new design makes the 2003 and older now look dated). I live in Germany, and the car cruises at 120 MPH as smoothly as if it were going 55 MPH on a US highway. The controls are intuitive without being too busy. Always go with leather and the sport package. You will hate me because I got a US Specs 530i, with Steptronic, and leather for under $42K in Germany under the Military Sales Program (Shipping to the USA, and no taxes when I bring it home)--but Im military and it is a small benefit for spending 12 months fighting the war.
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Very excited - 1993 BMW 5-Series
By Radley Espadron - August 7 - 2:00 amThe feel and power of this car makes me feel like Imm actually driving a sports car. But the roominess reminds me that Im in a sedan.
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Its a ten - 2002 BMW 5-Series
By Esarbee - August 7 - 2:00 amPerfection on wheels. It handles and corners like the TGV. Titanium gray with gray leather. Best car I have ever owned.
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Where do I put my stuff? - 1997 BMW 5-Series
By fofoshack - August 7 - 2:00 amPerfect, except the console storage (or lack thereof)
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528s Are BAD NEWS - 1997 BMW 5-Series
By felgar - August 5 - 2:00 amI bought this car as a lease return with an after market warranty. It has constantly been in the shop. The last major problem was a blown head gasket and warped head - BMW took no ownerhship in the problem and cost me $5K. These are very unreliable cars and I will never purchase a BMW again. Great looks but Big Money Wasted
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Even God could not have created this car - 2002 BMW 5-Series
By Joe Kimber - August 4 - 2:00 amThis is my first BMW i have owned a Benz, Audis and a few Jags. Right now i own a BMW 530i my wife drives a BMW X5 4.4i and we also have a new Porsche 911 turbo (this is also a nice car but not good for everyday use). But none of them have even come close to how much fun the 530i is. The outside is the best looking car i have seen in years. I thought that the 5 series was getting old. Untill they brought out the 530i in 2001. If you are interested in buying this car dont buy it unless you get the sports package. The 17s are amazing. The steptronic transmission is also very responsive.
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Bavarian Bliss - 1997 BMW 5-Series
By Bimmer One - August 4 - 2:00 amI purchased the car on the certified plan with 53000 miles. The car is incredibly solid and has performed flawlwessly. It is expensive to maintain, so be prepared. I routinely get almost 30MPG on the highway and the car cruises at 80MPH all day long. I added a couple of Dinan modifications to boost HP and they work flawlessly.
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Outstanding Sport Sedan - 2007 BMW 5-Series
By Wrinkledoc - August 3 - 5:46 amBMW has created an outstanding sport sedan. The combination of luxury and driving dynamics are hard to beat. We purchased this vehicle as a sport sedan alternative to an SUV for getting from the Bay Area up to Tahoe. So far we love the vehicle. We have no knocks in iDrive. If you have used a computer mouse you should have no problem.
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Upgrade to newer year - 1999 BMW 5-Series
By bwilljr - August 2 - 2:00 amI just moved up from my 97 to a 99 528IA. So sweet. I was looking at new Nissan Altimas, used Volvo S-80s, and Infinity G35s. Bottom line - they are not the ultimate drivig machine. Buy a ceritifed used vehicle, beat on the dealer, do your homework on price (TMV with Edmunds and look at Car & Drivers websote as well as Kelly Blue Book on line), sell your used car, and take advantage of BMW financing (Im in at 3.9 60 months, 100%). You will not be sorry.
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The best - 1997 BMW 5-Series
By skiier - August 1 - 2:00 amThe most fun to drive - and I thought nothing would beat my 93 Taurus SHO. Even with less HP, this one really goes. Love to set the cruise at 100 for long trips - thats when the car is at its best.
