Volvo S80 vs BMW 5 Series
Overview | |
Years produced1999-2016 | Years produced1972-Present |
MSRP$43,450 | MSRP$60,500 |
Listings13 | Listings817 |
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 | |
Engine2.0L 240 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower240 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 240 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower240 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.9 cu ft | Cargo Space18.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3719 lbs | Curb Weight4041 lbs |
Height58.8 in | Height59.6 in |
Length191.1 in | Length199.2 in |
Width73.3 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase111.6 in | Wheelbase117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload977 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3900 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1999-2016 | 1972-Present |
MSRP | $43,450 | $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 240 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 240 hp @ 5600 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 240 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 240 hp @ 5600 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.9 cu ft | 18.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3719 lbs | 4041 lbs |
Height | 58.8 in | 59.6 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 199.2 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 117.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 977 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3900 lbs | |
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