Overview & Reviews

The former base 2.8-liter engine gets bumped up to 3.0 liters, with an expected horsepower and torque increase to go along with the larger displacement. A new 2.5-liter engine premieres this year, as do rear seat head airbags and a slightly freshened exterior. BMW also improved some of the optional equipment, including Park Distance Control for both the front and rear of the vehicle, a bigger LCD screen for the navigation system, and an optional single-disc in-dash CD player.

• Thrilling to drive, luxurious ride quality, clean exterior styling.

• Confusing interior markings, demanding manual transmission, high-end models are pricey.

User Reviews:

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  Numerous Mechanical issues - 2001 BMW 5-Series
  By Unsatisfied - October 1 - 4:43 pm

  I have heard that these cars were very reliable. Mine was extremely fun to drive, but had numerous mechanical issues. Maybe I just got a bad one. Had to replace the drive shaft in the first year, drive belt tensioner "exploded" causing loss of power steering and cut hose resulted in overheat. Right front suspension replacement required before 50k miles... not driven very hard, numerous other issues final stage unit caused air conditioning to fail, replaced twice during time I owned, etc.

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  Neds Review - 2001 BMW 5-Series
  By Ned - January 18 - 2:00 am

  Way over priced. Tiny trunk does not handle well in snow or on wet road surfaces non-existent cup holders (break at least once a year) limited interior storage. Difficult for a six footer to enter and exit (steering wheel feature not really helpful) leg romm is very narrow for driver no compass.