BMW 5 SERIES
1990–2026 · 216 trims available
At a Glance
5 SERIES OVERVIEW
Year Range
1990–2026
Total Configurations
216
Best MyCar Score
78.4 / 100
Price Range (Used)
$35,400–$142,000
Trim Levels
2026 CONFIGURATIONS
Showing 2026 trims. Select a year above for full details.
Trim Guide
UNDERSTANDING 5 SERIES TRIMS
Averaged across all model years. Sorted entry-level to premium by price.
| Trim | Body | Avg MPG | Avg HP | Avg MSRP | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 525i | Wagon | 19 | 187 | $38,083 | 69 |
| 525i | Sedan | 20 | 189 | $39,436 | 68 |
| 525xi | Sedan | 20 | 215 | $45,200 | 62 |
| 528xi | Sedan | 20 | 230 | $46,800 | 62 |
| 528i | Sedan | 24 | 223 | $47,306 | 69 |
| 530xi | Sedan | 20 | 255 | $49,350 | 62 |
| 528i xDrive | Sedan | 24 | 237 | $50,314 | 69 |
| 530i | Sedan | 25 | 240 | $50,353 | 68 |
| 530xi | Wagon | 20 | 255 | $51,750 | 61 |
| 535xi | Sedan | 19 | 300 | $52,000 | 61 |
| 535i | Sedan | 20 | 272 | $52,744 | 69 |
| 530e iPerformance | Sedan | 29 | 248 | $53,025 | 69 |
| 540i | Wagon | 16 | 285 | $53,727 | 68 |
| 535xi | Wagon | 18 | 300 | $54,400 | 61 |
| 530e xDrive iPerformance | Sedan | 28 | 248 | $55,325 | 68 |
| 535i xDrive | Sedan | 22 | 301 | $55,413 | 69 |
| 530e | Sedan | 26 | 278 | $55,763 | 69 |
| 535i xDrive | Wagon | 18 | 300 | $55,875 | 65 |
| 540i | Sedan | 20 | 303 | $56,288 | 70 |
| 545i | Sedan | 18 | 325 | $56,367 | 63 |
| 535d | Sedan | 30 | 255 | $57,017 | 72 |
| 530i xDrive | Sedan | 28 | 250 | $57,445 | 69 |
| 530e xDrive | Sedan | 25 | 278 | $58,063 | 68 |
| 535d xDrive | Sedan | 30 | 255 | $59,317 | 72 |
| ActiveHybrid 5 | Sedan | 26 | 335 | $61,400 | 70 |
| 550i | Sedan | 18 | 394 | $61,427 | 68 |
| 540d xDrive | Sedan | 30 | 261 | $62,000 | 69 |
| 540i xDrive | Sedan | 25 | 347 | $62,855 | 70 |
| 550i xDrive | Sedan | 19 | 422 | $65,633 | 71 |
| 550e xDrive | Sedan | 25 | 483 | $74,450 | 71 |
| M550i xDrive | Sedan | 20 | 501 | $76,417 | 71 |
| Base | Sedan | 14 | 428 | $79,856 | 68 |
| M5 | Sedan | 16 | 610 | $104,227 | 72 |
| M5 Competition | Sedan | 17 | 617 | $110,000 | 71 |
| M5 Touring | Wagon | 13 | 717 | $123,400 | 71 |
| M5 CS | Sedan | 17 | 627 | $142,000 | 71 |
| 528i | Wagon | 19 | 193 | N/A | 70 |
| 530i | Wagon | 18 | 215 | N/A | 70 |
Specs Summary
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A 5 SERIES
| Spec | Entry Level | Top Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $35,400 | $142,000 |
| MPG (combined) | 13 combined | 31 combined |
| Horsepower | 168 HP | 717 HP |
| Seating | 4 passengers | 5 passengers |
| Body Types | Sedan | Sedan, Wagon |
Year-by-Year Analysis
BEST & WORST YEARS
Best Year
2016
Average MyCar Score: 76.9 · 0 avg recalls
Years to Watch
2006, 2004
Lower scores or higher recall counts. Research these years carefully before buying.
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