BMW 5-Series Touring 520d M Sport 5d (2005/05) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Expensive but quality shines through - strange that the quality in the showroom is not immediate.
Costs
Expensive for sure, but good residuals mean real term ownership costs are not too bad.
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On the road
Driving
Driving enthusiasts alternative to the Chelsea tractor.
Performance
520d makes the 525d seem somewhat pointless. Great mid range shove plus 40+ mpg in a large car.
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Living with it
Reliability
So far, so good.
Image
So much classier than the saloon.
Comfort
Very good if a little firm. Seats would benefit from lumbar adjustment.
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Security and Service
Security
Security glitch with start / stop button may worry a lot of people.
Service
Poor response from security concerns.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Sat Nav system occasionally shuts down for no reason. Car can be started without using a key and although in reality it would be difficult, the car could be stolen by a knowledgeable opportunistic thief. BMW call the glitch a safety feature!
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes