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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  Excellent performance and build quality - 2007 BMW 5-Series
  By Ayyubov - November 17 - 5:56 pm

  Im so happy that I got this car. I owned famous brands like Lexus, Toyota, Honda, Nissan before and nothing can compare to this vehicle. The drive is stable and performance is great.

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  Beautiful Car - The ULTIMATE SLEIGH - 2006 BMW 5-Series
  By 530xi - Exceptional - November 16 - 5:03 pm

  Wow - what a car. took delivery on 11/05. It was the first one on the showroom floor. I had a 330xi before and this just blows it away. The ride is super smooth and much more powerful than you would guess. Plenty there to get you in trouble with the State Patrol. I live in the Rocky Mountain high country and this car can go anywhere and do anything in any sort of weather. You dont even notice the X- Drive handling the car its balanced so well. Put a good set of snow tires on - Blizzaks- and youre good to go. IDrive is a breeze for the computer literate set. Set it and forget it.

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  The First Four Months - 2003 BMW 5-Series
  By TreDurden - November 15 - 10:33 pm

  Remarkably fun to drive (5 speed manual). Responsive steering and handling. Interior comforts are amazing. I had a Jeep before, they are fun to drive, but in a different way. The Jeep is amazing fun in an off-road way as where the 5-Series is just as much fun in an Autobahn kinda way.

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  Great car when it works - 2004 BMW 5-Series
  By karenw - November 15 - 10:00 am

  If I could keep this car out of the shop, I think it would be a fun car to drive. Radio - what radio, cant get AM stations and FM teases you by coming in once in a while- dealer cant fix. Air bag - sometimes it engages, sometimes not - dealer cant fix. Engine, sometimes car will run, sometimes warning signs come on and tell you to go directly to the dealership - kind of like Monopoly with go directly to jail and do not pass go - dealer has no clue whats wrong.

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  Excellent Value! - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By BTinDallas - November 14 - 9:08 pm

  I was in the market for a car after losing my company car. I looked at a lot of offerings and finally decided on the 530i. I bought it about 4 mos. ago and love it. This is my 2nd BMW (my other is a 1988 M6) and it is everything I thought it would be. I bought mine with 65K on the odo, but it is a CPO car with the 100K warranty. It is probably the best value out there. I got one of the best sport sedans made, with a factory warranty, for under 21 grand! Im glad I got the sport package, it really adds to the looks and handling!

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  First BMW - Fantastic! - 2006 BMW 5-Series
  By Andy - November 11 - 10:30 am

  My first BMW. Its true-it is a fantastically fun car to drive. Handles so well, especially cornering, and you do have a real sense of the road and being in command of the vehicle. And unlike many reviews from existing BMW owners, I find the new styling very attractive and much more muscular and sporty looking than the last two style versions. Nice to get all the compliments from friends admiring the 530is sleek and dynamic lines. Very impressed with the maintainance features. I-Drive was confusing for the first 20-30 minutes, but sitting in the driveway with the owners manual and going through a few things makes it simple enough. Only 3 months into my new BMW and very satisfied.

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  Great drive - 2007 BMW 5-Series
  By dg - November 8 - 5:55 pm

  Car drives great. smoother and quieter than 2003 530. Switched to automatic. sport mode takes a while to get used to but pretty good. Suspension best Ive ever driven. Absorbs most bumps but stays tight in turns. Havent driven in snow yet.

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  First Time BMW Owner - 2007 BMW 5-Series
  By shardy - November 7 - 12:43 pm

  I love the drive and acceleration in this car. Feels like riding on a cloud when you put this car on the highway. Has good sound insulation and of course that classic, handsome look of the BMW. The standard stereo system is great with good sound quality.

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  Jet Black 525AIT - 2002 BMW 5-Series
  By revreowens - November 7 - 12:03 am

  All-in-all the car is wonderful. It very comfortable and very well put together. But in a $45,000 car, you should expect that. I own to other BMWs a 740il and a M3. These two are perfect blends of power, comfort and performanace. The Sport wagon is more for hauling the grand kids, the dog, etc.

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  Its all a Lie! - 2007 BMW 5-Series
  By A. Velasquez - November 6 - 4:30 am

  I will NEVER buy or lease a BMW, way overrated, and its a money pit!