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2005 BMW 5 Series User Reviews

2005 BMW 5 Series Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 30 reviews

  • Performance:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5
  • Appearance:4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars 4.3 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4 / 5
  • Overall:4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars 4.3 / 5

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PROS
"ride" 15 reviews
"power" 12 reviews
"handling" 10 reviews
"fuel economy" 5 reviews
"comfortable car" 4 reviews
CONS
"ride" 5 reviews
"expensive car" 5 reviews
"fuel economy" 5 reviews

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Adil writes:
2005 BMW 5 Series 530i Review
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extremely gorgeous, fast and very solid

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very expensive maintanence

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Sure If Someone Is Inetrested In Buying A Good Car Bmw 5 Series Is The Best Option — BMW 530 is the most amazing car in the whole world. I kept it for almost 18 months. Its beautiful, solid and very fast. You could easily say that this car is a head turner. I have sold it now but would surely consider buying it agagin sometime soon. cheers.

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Joe writes:
2005 BMW 5 Series 530i Review
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Amazing vehicle

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None

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A Fun Car To Drive — Having purchased over 26 cars since the age of 15 (Hey,I'm from the Motor City, it's in our blood ;)) this is a passion that is a high priorty for me. Exceptional ride and handling dynamics, smooth and vigorous engines, premium interior furnishings, precision build quality, strong resale value. The BMW 5 Series earned its deserved reputation as the supreme midsize sport sedan almost on driving dynamics alone. Combined with standout styling, a well-appointed cabin and some of the most sophisticated technologies available in an automobile, the 5 Series offers something for everyone.

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Andy writes:
2005 BMW 5 Series 530i Review
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Speed, urge, economy, handling, comfort

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Challenging looks

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Bmw 530d — Questionable looks but unquestionable ability. The 530D will top 150mph and still return 50mpg! Use the slightly clunky gears to propel yourself on a wave of torque in the slightly awkward driving position! It is utterly composed through corners, not the oversteering beast I thought it might be. Acres of room in the back and a decent sized boot too. And people dont want to spit at you or call you a facist because its not a stockbroker wannabe 3 series either....

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Grayson writes:
2005 BMW 5 Series 525i Review
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everything

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none

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:) — A truly amazing car. It handles perfectly, the styling is some of the best I've seen. the interior is luxurious... best of all, it has a seat extender! this car can be summed up in three legendary letters, BMW.

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Joe writes:
2005 BMW 5 Series 545i Review
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Fast, Comfortable, Agile, Amazing, Clean Lines, Quiet Ride and you never feel that you are going too fast.

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New Tires every 12,000 miles!

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I Love This Car! — This car has been a great car to drive for the past three years. It is the only car that anticipates my every move and reacts instantly.

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Danish writes:
2005 BMW 5 Series 545i Review
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Awesome handling and presence on the road

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Everything in this car is an option.  I dont like that about BMW

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Love It — I know its a V8 but it doesn't guzzle gas as much. I love it, It is an ultimate driving experience.

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Cynic writes:
2005 BMW 5 Series 530i Review
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Brand name.  Fun to drive.

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Resting on their laurels and pandering to the masses at a cost of quality.

Cynic
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Too Many Little Problems For High End Car — Mechanically sound. Lots (and I mean lots) of little things go wrong - poor trim, door seals replaced x 3, noisy sunrood, electronic problems, irritating and cheap interior (cupholders - aaaagggghhh). Better value out there for less money. I've driven BMW for over 10 years but this will be the last.

Owner for 3 years, 0 months

Miles Driven per Year:8,000

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Greg writes:
2005 BMW 5 Series 545i Review
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style, style, power, power

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annoying center console

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Nice Euro Design A Usual — The exterior is amazing, but if you look at all the buttons and commands, you realize that there are alot of distrasctions while you drive for instance the center knob controls almost everything, now imagine setting the clock on that thing :) .Driving wise this car has a smooth acceleration until you floor it, give's you a whiplash like no tomorrow. Extremely amuzing

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dominican530 writes:
2005 BMW 5 Series 530i Review
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Very Nice Car... Smooth Ride A Lot Of Girls — just one problem with todays new car>> the run flat tires,, a very stupid technology.. the tires so expensive... and you have to go the bmw dealer because regular tires shop don:t wanna deal with it>>>

Owner for 3 years, 3 months

Miles Driven per Year:20,000

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Lauren158 writes:
2005 BMW 5 Series 530i Review
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Smooth ride

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Could be too spacious for some people

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All Around Great — This car is beautiful! It rides very smooth and is incredibly comfortable. The only reason I traded it in was because I felt it was a bit too big, but then again I am pretty small. Very spacious and elegant.

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Cost $14,557 Average Instant Market Value $12,374 Average Instant Market Value $17,570 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 26 27 24
Horsepower 184 184 325
Crash Test Rating 8 4 8
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 14.0 17.7
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.5 41.4 41.3

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2012 BMW 5 Series Reviews

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2011 BMW 5 Series Reviews

I Love This Vehicle? By mway

This vehicle is really a step forward for the BMW 5 series, the overall driving experience has been inhanced greatly from the previous 5 series line. The new series performs and handles and feels like... Read More

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I don't think there's any other car, no matter how expensive it is, can come close to this BMW 550i with M sport package. It's has a very powerfull and extremely resposive engine that communicates in... Read More

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2010 BMW 5 Series Reviews

Nice Car, Excellent Ride By Akilla21

So far, my only concerns is my busted windshield after owning the vehicle for a week or 2. Frame noises from shifting gears. But I love the comfort of the car, i-drive, power, acceleration seems slow,... Read More

Its Amazing Car By Iyad

over all, this car has a very nice performace, and handling, and build in a very good quality comparing to Amircan cars from the same Catugary. this car it's not really an economy car.. and as Xdrive... Read More

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2009 BMW 5 Series Reviews

What A Car Should Be By forttie5

Like most aspect of the car. Fit and finish is great. Nice push from a 6 with twin turbo. Big enough to enjoy a trip with the family and fun enough for me to get up early on the weekend and go for a ... Read More

Very Nice Car By jumbo6296

Summed it up with the pros and cons. But I need 40 words to post. So I also like the color options and the sound system is decent. Also really like the Winter Package now that I moved from GA to MA. Read More

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