Overview & Reviews

A passenger airbag debuts on all models and two new V8s join the lineup. The 535i and M5 are dropped. BMW's traction control system becomes standard on the 530i Touring and optional on other models. Both 525i models gain a premium sound system.

User Reviews:

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  1 of the best - 1994 BMW 5-Series
  By kingsteinway - April 1 - 2:00 am

  the 540i is one of the best, if not the best 4 door sedans ever built. I have owned over 25 cars since I turned 17 and its not an accident that my last 4 have been BMW 5 series.

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  Performance/cost to own=unbelievable - 1994 BMW 5-Series
  By Bimmer only driver - December 21 - 2:00 am

  Bought this "still like new" 94 in 98 with 27,000 miles on it. Have changed oil every 3,000 miles (told this is a waste, however) put on new tires at 40K and have changed every filter on the car. Thats it. The car now has 78K miles, drives like new and costs nothing to own. Bought a new Jeep Cherokee as a family ride in 2000 instead of an X5. Dont make that mistake sports fans

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  Fun, quality, and styling at a price - 1994 BMW 5-Series
  By S90 - November 21 - 2:00 am

  This car has "soul" and loves to be driven. It is rock solid and handles beautifully, but at 75k mi., you are going to have to pay for the fun: a new radiator, thermostat housing, hoses and water pump, power steering hoses suspension bushings, struts, valve cover gaskets, drive belt, etc. Once you pay for all this, the car is like new again and you just keep driving it and enjoying it. If you dont want to pay for maintenance, get a Japanese sedan. If you want to enjoy the drive to the office, get the 5er. Drive them back to back and you will understand. Also, be aware that the early V-8 motors (530i and 540i) had issues. Avoid them.

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  What a ride - 1994 BMW 5-Series
  By fasr - October 28 - 2:00 am

  One of the nicest cars Ive had the pleasure of driving. Great build quality, classic looks, outstanding performance. Not a cop magnet, but a lot of fun to drive around. I hope to have my 540i for a long long time.

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  540 - good choice! - 1994 BMW 5-Series
  By BahnBrenner - October 26 - 2:00 am

  Ive had my 94 540i a little over a year now. Its a pleasure to drive any and every time I take it out. The 4.0 liter engine with 285 hp is one of BMWs best - no doubt. And despite being a v-8 machine, I average 19.5 miles to the gallon. The computer controlled 5-speed automatic transmission does an excellent job determining how you want the car to shift. (My biggest problem has however also been the transmission, failing at only 102K miles. The rebuild cost $2600.) I have never had any other major problems. The car is fast, handles superbly, stops on a dime, looks good, and is practical.

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  Pure Excellence - 1994 BMW 5-Series
  By John Doe III - October 21 - 2:00 am

  I have owned this Beemer for almost 5yrs It has taken me to a level never dreamed of with 40 other cars, trucks. It is more like my airplane construction quality. Solid ride, no expense except maintainence to 116000 mi. 29 mpg Hy all day on PLUS. Paid $19k in 98 w/36k mi...cant find another "deal".

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  Excellent Car - 1994 BMW 5-Series
  By - October 5 - 2:00 am

  I got it with 89,000 miles on it. Transmission shifts like butter and it has a very quiet engine (and I thot the Honda I owned previously was quiet). I took it to a BMW dealership for a 120 point check up and all they had to do was add some freon to the a/c. Looks great for its age. Definitely a head turner

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  Got lucky - 1994 BMW 5-Series
  By SrfngFn - September 3 - 2:00 am

  I had been keeping my eyes open for an import station wagon, and happened across this beautiful car. I absolutely love it--by far the best driving car I have ever owned and the styling is classic -- people usually think this car is newer than 94, and it has almost 150,000 miles on it! A couple of things to watch out for in buying a used one: check to make sure the transmission has been rebuilt or replaced--there are apparently a lot of problems with this particular model. You also may need to invest in new control arms in the front end if they havent been replaced already -- the bushings apparently get worn.

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  Excellent Car - Bullet-proof - 1994 BMW 5-Series
  By Ruze - July 13 - 2:00 am

  This car has been very reliable for many, many years. I am right now in the market for a 540i because Id like something more powerful. But it has been more than adequate for commuting and can handle high speeds with ease. It is also as comfortable and feels like a new car inside (no sagging seats at all).