Overview & Reviews
After significant updates last year, the 2009 BMW 5 Series is mostly unchanged. A midyear change brings welcome revisions to iDrive.
- Exceptional ride and handling dynamics, smooth and vigorous engines, premium cabin furnishings, sublime "multicontour" seats, strong resale value.
- Subpar crash-test scores, pricier than most competitors, iDrive is still a pain.
User Reviews:
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Worst Car Ive Ever Owned - 2009 BMW 5-Series
By John Brennan - November 17 - 4:23 pmAt 58,000 miles this BMW began failing on nearly every other drive. Even when I was selling it, it broke down on two consecutive test drives. The repairs were nearly $3,000.00 just for those two repairs. Its a fun enough car when its running correctly but, given the performance of far more economical cars, I would never consider another BMW. I also have to comment on the tires: if you think this AWD car is going to perform in snow, youll be disappointed. Theres not enough tread depth in the low profile tires. Youll need dedicated snow tires if you drive in snow regularly. All in all, it was a bad experience. The car is overpriced. The dealership service department tries to gouge you (politely, of course) and the car is completely unreliable. I would never consider another one.
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Realistic review for people who want to buy a used 535i - 2009 BMW 5-Series
By rob2388 - December 17 - 1:00 pmI bought my 2009 535i with sport/cold/light packages with 49k miles. First make sure you find the service records on the car so you know what you will be facing. THIS CAR IS NOT A MAINTENANCE FREE CAR LIKE TOYOTA! With that being said, there is a lot of common issues with this car. Gasket leaks, the HPFP (high pressure fuel pump) and one of the taillights have recalls so make sure you have the new HPFP. Water pump also goes to shit after about 50k miles i read so that is something im looking forward to. This is not a smooth car like Mercedes, you will feel the road. Other than that, the car can take serious curves, and the twin turbos make the car go!
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Are you willing to trade the good for the bad? - 2009 BMW 5-Series
By subdsgnr - April 30 - 6:48 pmMy 535i came with the sport package, which does improve handling--especially the active roll bar in the rear. This car rides almost like an Avalon in a straight line, but has almost ZERO body roll on a turn. Really amazing handling. The turbo engine is very impressive as well. HOWEVER, you cannot change your battery on your own. The dealer MUST do it. Seriously--Im a DIY car guy. Also, I just had two injectors replaced at 20K MILES. BMW forum people act like the injectors are SUPPOSED to go out because theyre just such "high performance", but Ive had 3 Lexuses with direct inject and had ZERO problems. On top of reliability being spotty, the dealer treated me like a pariah.
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Fuel System - 2009 BMW 5-Series
By Disappointed - September 28 - 2:00 amGreat car, but the problems with the fuel system are ridiculous. 4th time it has been in, reprogrammed software, new software, new fuel pump. This is a serious safety issue as the car will not get fuel and will stop or lose acceleration. BMW needs to take this seriously.
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Unreliable - 2009 BMW 5-Series
By BMW Lemon - June 14 - 5:20 amThe car was awesome at first but then came the problems the fuel system replaced 3 times. The car continues to have fuel delivery problems. BMW told me we have extended the warranty to 10 years on the fuel system but that doesnt help when youre stranded on the road. Avoid the 135/335/535 models they are garbage. I have started the lemon law process.
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What a car! - 2009 BMW 5-Series
By Don - January 24 - 4:15 pmAfter owning many marques, finally bought a BMW. The car handles like a slot car, is quiet and good-riding, and has fantastic brakes. Wish Id bought one years ago.
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Not the Ultimate Driving Machine - 2009 BMW 5-Series
By samsride - December 31 - 6:47 pmThought I got the ultimate driving machine this spring. At 5K miles, check engine light came on 3 times! Fixed 3 times (software update, fuel injector replacement, new fuel pump). At 7500 miles, light came on again, lost power and car shut off! Had to be towed to dealer as fuel injector and cylinder blown to smithereens. Dealer has been responsive in replacing parts under warranty, but car is not reliable and not safe at this point. Filed for reimbursement through Lemon Law since 4th occurrence. No response from BMW after 30 days. Have found lots of others having same issues on many blogs. Stay away from turbo models!
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Very good & getting better - 2009 BMW 5-Series
By lenk58 - December 14 - 2:34 pmThis is our 3rd 5 series starting in 2003, 2006 and 2009. Each model has gotten better, especially with horsepower. The 2003 could barely get out of its own way. Over the years they have increased horsepower by 50. The car drives great, handles well and is good on gas. Sound, navigation systems are great and seat comfort is also fine. It still could use an upgrade on horsepower over 230.
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Ultimate driving Machine - 2009 BMW 5-Series
By Best car Ive owned - December 3 - 8:39 pmBMW truly deserves the title of ultimate driving machine. The 528i has enough power with exceptional handling and ride quality. No other car provides the same steering feedback and handling. Love the car and cant wait to drive it, car gets looks while on the road. This is my 1st BMW and will not be the last.
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Best car I have ever owned - 2009 BMW 5-Series
By scott - November 3 - 12:19 pmCar gets great gas mileage with great performance, super quiet interior. This is my first BMW but it wont be my last. Im hooked!
