BMW X6 vs BMW 5 Series
Overview | |
Years produced2008-Present | Years produced1972-Present |
MSRP$77,300 | MSRP$60,500 |
Listings245 | Listings844 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryThe BMW 5 Series is one of three cars that prove the country known for Autobahns, the Nürburgring, and Oktoberfest builds the best luxury sedans on the planet. It competes with the Audi A6 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class, each taking a distinct approach to design but measuring up closely in other parameters. The 2026 5 Series is virtually unchanged, entering its third year following a 2024 redesign, and this review is about the 540i xDrive model. Verdict: Putting BMW’s love-it-or-hate-it design aside, the 2026 540i xDrive is a sensational automobile offering the right blend of luxury, technology, and performance. Choose the M Sport setup for maximum driving enjoyment, or stick with the standard specification to emphasize luxury. Either way, the styling is the most controversial thing about the 5 Series. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 375 hp I6 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque398 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower375 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space27.4 cu ft | Cargo Space18.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight5002 lbs | Curb Weight4041 lbs |
Height66.5 in | Height59.6 in |
Length195.0 in | Length199.2 in |
Width87.1 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase117.1 in | Wheelbase117.9 in |
Maximum Payload1082 lbs | Maximum Payload977 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7200 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2008-Present | 1972-Present |
MSRP | $77,300 | $60,500 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The BMW 5 Series is one of three cars that prove the country known for Autobahns, the Nürburgring, and Oktoberfest builds the best luxury sedans on the planet. It competes with the Audi A6 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class, each taking a distinct approach to design but measuring up closely in other parameters. The 2026 5 Series is virtually unchanged, entering its third year following a 2024 redesign, and this review is about the 540i xDrive model. Verdict: Putting BMW’s love-it-or-hate-it design aside, the 2026 540i xDrive is a sensational automobile offering the right blend of luxury, technology, and performance. Choose the M Sport setup for maximum driving enjoyment, or stick with the standard specification to emphasize luxury. Either way, the styling is the most controversial thing about the 5 Series. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | RWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | |
MPG City | 28 | |
MPG Highway | 35 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 375 hp I6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 398 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | |
MPG Highway | 35 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 27.4 cu ft | 18.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5002 lbs | 4041 lbs |
Height | 66.5 in | 59.6 in |
Length | 195.0 in | 199.2 in |
Width | 87.1 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1082 lbs | 977 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7200 lbs | |
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