New BMW 5 Series Sedan Info

This is an old car model that is no longer for sale by the local distributor since Q1 2010.

Built in

Germany (launched 2004)

Vehicle Type

Luxury

Rating

(13)

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Submodel

525i(A)

$138,000

10.6km/L • 218bhp • 6-speed (A)

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Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity

2,497 cc

Engine Type

6-cylinders in-line 24-valves

Fuel Type

Petrol

Drive Type

Rear-wheel drive

Transmission

6-speed (A)

Performance

Power

163 kW (218 bhp)

Torque

250 Nm

Acceleration

7.9 s (0-100 km/h)

Top Speed

242 km/h

Fuel Consumption

10.6km/L

Measurement

Vehicle Type

Luxury

Seating Capacity

unknown

Dimensions (L x W x H)

4841 x 1846 x 1468 mm

Wheelbase

2,888 mm

Min Turning Radius

5,500 mm

Kerb Weight

1,605 kg

Fuel Tank Capacity

70 L

Boot/Cargo Capacity

unknown

Suspension, Brakes & Wheels

Suspension (Front)

Double-joint spring struts

Suspension (Rear)

Aluminium integral rear axle

Brakes (Front)

Ventilated disc

Brakes (Rear)

Ventilated disc

Rim Size

17 "

M5 SMG(A)

$298,000

6.7km/L • 500bhp • 7-speed (A)

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Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity

4,999 cc

Engine Type

V10

Fuel Type

Petrol

Drive Type

Rear-wheel drive

Transmission

7-speed (A)

Performance

Power

373 kW (500 bhp)

Torque

520 Nm

Acceleration

4.7 s (0-100 km/h)

Top Speed

250 km/h

Fuel Consumption

6.7km/L

Measurement

Vehicle Type

Luxury

Seating Capacity

unknown

Dimensions (L x W x H)

4855 x 1846 x 1469 mm

Wheelbase

2,889 mm

Min Turning Radius

5,500 mm

Kerb Weight

1,855 kg

Fuel Tank Capacity

70 L

Boot/Cargo Capacity

unknown

Suspension, Brakes & Wheels

Suspension (Front)

Independent, Coil spring with stabiliser bar

Suspension (Rear)

Independent, Multi-link, Coil spring with stabiliser bar

Brakes (Front)

Ventialted disc

Brakes (Rear)

Ventilated disc

Rim Size

19 "

Consumer Reviews

3.5

Average | 13 User Reviews

Not such a reliable car.

At first week, indicator lights didn't work. Steering felt as if it was not power assisted. Was told is was over sensitive control chip. PM changed it, everything was A ok. At one year, fuel feed valve failed. Car rocked like a horse at the traffic light junction and broke down. Towed to PM and they rectified it and said there was slight engine sludge which was also flushed out. It was unbelievable that such a thing could happen to a one year old car. Rattling doors coz of loose tapes covering for power windows. Radiator problems. Condenser problems. Compressor problems. My experience is not so good. It is a slick marketing campaign to sell the car followed by a seemingly overworked workshop to service my after sales needs. I have said all I need to say. Judge for yourself.... Read More

BMW 5 series' engine oil consumption is just the pain in the ass

Agreed with Pckwpckw. BMW 5 series' engine oil consumption is just the pain in the ass. My and my colleague's have to top up every week. If you bring the thing to the BMW garage, they charge you and say "Sorry, we can't find anything wrong." Incompetent idiots.... Read More