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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  BMW 540 - 2018 BMW 5-Series
  By Randy - April 10 - 8:17 am

  Excellent

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  Great drive and ride - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By Micahel - April 10 - 2:00 am

  Car is greatly improved from my previous 2000 528i. Handles and ride is one of the best I’ve driven, the design is nice but there are too many controls around the steering column

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  Great Car - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By JoeJack97 - April 10 - 2:00 am

  I had a 2003 Mercedes Benz E320, but no contest, this is a far superior car in every sense. Looks, performance and how it drives.

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  2013 550i - 2013 BMW 5-Series
  By William - April 10 - 1:29 am

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  2003 540i - Ultimate Driving Machine!!! - 2003 BMW 5-Series
  By J.J. - April 9 - 12:33 am

  If youre like me, and dont like what BMW has done to the interior of the new 5 series than youll love the 540i. Its still a "drivers" car with the interior cantered to the one behind the wheel. Having just purchased a pre-owned with relatively low miles this car is going to be a collectors car someday. Its the last of a BMW classic. The thick steering wheel in the M sports package add to the 540is overall handeling and driving sensation. The engine is more than enough and commands repect even amongst its peers. Fun, superb road handling, saftey and style define everything that has built BMW to what it is today. If youre not into the new look and confusing iDrive, the 540i is it!

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  BMW 550i - 2008 BMW 5-Series
  By TX Buzzard - April 8 - 6:33 pm

  After carefully considering the 535i, I drove this 550i. WOW! This vehicle is exactly what "The Ultimate Driving Machine" is all about. The mid-size with the large V8 motor, M/T and Sports Package make this vehicle simply a blast to drive. The best car I have ever owned!

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  Living the dream - 2007 BMW 5-Series
  By btg - April 8 - 8:29 am

  This car is a dream come true. Living in New England, I was starting to accept the idea that I would have to drive an SUV. This car saved me! I love driving it, and for the first time ever, I cant wait for the next snow storm! I was considering the Lexus 350 AWD... NO COMPARISON! If you drive this car, you will fall in love. Period.

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  Ive had my 530i almost a year - 2003 BMW 5-Series
  By Charles Henke - April 7 - 2:05 pm

  My 530i is my second BMW. This automobile is not only stylish but comfortable and fun to drive. It is an excellent road vehicle that gets reasonably good gas mileage. Quality in workmanship throughout the vehicle is exceptional. Some of the dash controls are somewhat confusing, however.

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  5 speed Sport Sedan - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By Analog - April 7 - 10:00 am

  The BMW 530i 5 speed manual is an unusual combination of contradictory elements, luxury, sports car and sedan all wraped into one - excelling in multiple personalities and demanding in its attention . The manual stick is by far the most demanding I have driven. The car and I are still bondinng after almost 3000 miles and will so.

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  A foreign muscle car - 2000 BMW 5-Series
  By luv it - April 4 - 11:39 pm

  It took a while to find, but my persistence yielded me a used 540i with aftermarket intake and exhaust upgrades. Stock HP is already 282, and with the upgrades mine is around 310. The 5 series is one of the best combinations of sport and luxury youll ever find. Dont hesitate to get one!