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BMW 5-Series Owner Reviews
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Older models
1996 - 2004
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Average owner rating: 4.4 out of 5 4.4
Our most recent reviewers said:
The handling is superb wonderfully balanced- they really are drivers cars- I find it remarkable how the old Panzer turns...
I bought my 1997 528i SE about a month ago and have covered about 500 miles of mixed driving since...
The E39 M5 is iconic for a reason. As well as being a really nice place to spend time travelling,...
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2017 - 2024
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Average owner rating: 4.6 out of 5 4.6
Our most recent reviewers said:
This car is all things to all men. In one breath it's a cool, calm and collected comfortable motorway cruiser.
it is simply the best car I have ever owned. Only downside it is maybe slightly larger than I need...
Fast and economical. Feels and looks good. I don’t do much town driving with just a couple of motorway trips...
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2009 - 2017
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Average owner rating: 4.4 out of 5 4.4
Our most recent reviewers said:
I have owned several different 5 series previously, had this one just over a year now. As with those...
Supremely comfortable, quiet and economical. Fantastic Autobahn bruiser, never let me down. However let down by recurring niggles that you...
Still a good looking car in 2023, had a few issues water pooling in rear footwells then the boot both...
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Average owner rating: 4.2 out of 5 4.2
Our most recent reviewers said:
The reviews are all true, comfortable, very fast, surprisingly economical, driven gently brakes, disks and tyres last a long time.
Fantastic drivers car that flies under the radar, not as gaudy as an AMG, but not as confidence inspiring as...
Nothing to dislike if you are OK with fuel costs and tax. Even the insurance is moderate. Servicing is OK...
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1988 - 1997
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Average owner rating: 3.9 out of 5 3.9
Our most recent reviewers said:
The amount of space provided.
Huge boot and tons of legroom in the back.
Its surprisingly good on fuel, despite the small engine in such a big car.
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2003 - 2010
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Average owner rating: 5 out of 5 5.0
1981 - 1987
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Average owner rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
2017 - 2024
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Average owner rating: 4.3 out of 5 4.3
Our most recent reviewers said:
G31 540i Xdrive SE touring: this is the best car I have owned by a very long way and I...
My previous 2018 RWD 530d Touring was a marvellous machine, but a bit twichy in the wet and a 'firm'...
I have now had the car for 18 months and it has met all my expectations. It's comfortable but sporty...
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2003 - 2010
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Average owner rating: 4.2 out of 5 4.2
Our most recent reviewers said:
It is my third 5 series in 30 years. I always buy them when they are a couple of years...
Comfortable, quick and generally very reliable. When things do need resolving it can be expensive, but there are plenty of...
A masterpiece of design technology and a total pleasure to drive,classy sporty and very economical on few!Very responsive and if...
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Average owner rating: 4.1 out of 5 4.1
Our most recent reviewers said:
For a 3ltr diesel the car performs very well in all areas especially mpg 60plus on long runs at 14...
Ridiculous power, super smooth engine and gearbox, problems to be expected due to age and mileage, but fixed easily and...
the BMW E61 535D M-Sport Touring is the complete car to buy. Practical family car, when you want it to...
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2009 - 2017
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Average owner rating: 4.7 out of 5 4.7
Our most recent reviewers said:
I’ve wanted a GT for a long time so have done plenty of research, and been waiting for the right...
Smooth 8 speed gearbox, effortless power, spacious with a real luxury feel and reasonable mpg at 38. However, there are...
Has cost a small fortune to run which is not outweighed by the lovely interior and spaciousness. I have never...
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Average owner rating: 4.4 out of 5 4.4
Our most recent reviewers said:
For the first year, it was absolutely brilliant. Comfortable, performance and economy brilliant for such a car, and had a...
A good balance of performance and economy. Quite swift when you want and comfortable on any journey had to replace...
It is very nice to drive. Word of advice - ditch the run flat tyres (as BMW have on...
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1996 - 2004
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Average owner rating: 4.4 out of 5 4.4
Our most recent reviewers said:
Fantastic, smooth and powerful drive, whilst being very spacious and practical. Have owned mine for nearly 10 years and probably...
Loved my car! did let me down a fair few times.
the Engine and Gearbox are bulletproof and had no issues...
The versatility, the amount of storage available. The ability to eat up the miles on motorways,...
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1988 - 1997
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Average owner rating: 3.8 out of 5 3.8
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