Used 2024 BMW 5 Series for Sale nearAnaheim, CA

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The 2024 BMW 5 Series offers a blend of luxury and performance, with options for both rear-wheel and all-wheel drive.

• Starting at $39,196
• Best MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 35 hwy
• Most Popular: 530i RWD

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530i RWD — "Who It's For"

The 530i RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a luxury sedan with great features without paying for all-wheel drive. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $39,196 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 35 hwy
• Inventory: 140 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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530i xDrive AWD — "Who It's For"

The 530i xDrive AWD is ideal for buyers seeking all-weather capability and luxury features without stepping up to a higher trim.

• Avg. market price: $40,950 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 35 hwy
• Inventory: 6 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View 530i xDrive AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — 530i RWD

With 140 active listings, the 530i RWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — 530i RWD

At $39,196 avg market price — below the lineup median of $40,073 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — 530i RWD

The 530i RWD offers the best fuel efficiency in the lineup with 27/35 MPG/MPGe.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2024 BMW 5 Series cost?

Prices have softened 6.86% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,233 listings available, which suggests a healthy amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2024 BMW 5 Series a good car?

Yes — the 2024 BMW 5 Series earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Form and function at 8/10.

It is positioned as a midsize luxury sedan that prioritizes comfort and refinement, with a great ride quality, a comfortable cabin, and a quiet interior standing out. The trade-offs are that driving enjoyment is not really part of the recipe here, and the car also brings poor fuel economy and limited cargo space with the spare tire.

For shoppers who want a polished luxury car first and foremost, that balance can still make sense. The market also shows 35.1% good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2024 BMW 5 Series reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The 2024 5 Series is described as a quiet, comfortable, and capable luxury sedan, and the expert review also notes that it can work well as a long-distance road trip machine. Its powertrain is quiet and smooth, and the eight-speed automatic shifts almost imperceptibly, which supports a refined ownership experience.

BMW also includes complimentary scheduled maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles, which helps reduce early ownership costs. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that the car’s complexity and premium hardware can make upkeep more expensive once coverage ends.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 BMW 5 Series?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially on higher-mileage examples or cars with more equipment. Focus on overall condition, signs of prior damage, and whether the car’s technology and comfort features are working as intended.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The 530i test car is presented as the entry point, and the review notes that it can feel remote, distant, and muted. If you want the most polished version of the car’s comfort-first personality, pay close attention to how the cabin materials, controls, and available equipment differ from the lower-spec setup.
• Powertrain: The 530i uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, plus a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. It is described as quiet and smooth, with strong everyday acceleration and a supple ride.
• Safety package: Active Driving Assistant is standard and includes forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring. Driving Assistant Professional adds adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assist, evasive steering assist, lane-change assist, and emergency stop assist.
• Infotainment: The car uses a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and a 14.9-inch touchscreen under BMW Curved Display, with BMW Operating System 8.5. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, along with connected services, a 5G eSIM, SiriusXM 360L, navigation, and wireless smartphone charging.
• Fuel efficiency: The 530i is estimated at 30 mpg in combined driving, and the test car returned 24.7 mpg on the evaluation loop and 26.7 mpg over the week.

Which 2024 BMW 5 Series trim should I buy?

The 2024 BMW 5 Series is offered in 1 trim level: 530i.

Here's the short version:

The 530i is the trim to focus on if you want the core 5 Series experience with the car’s quiet cabin, comfortable ride, and strong everyday refinement. It is also the version that best shows the model’s strengths as a plush people mover, even if it gives up some of the traditional BMW driving feel. The standard safety package is solid, and the available Driving Assistant Professional Package adds a more advanced set of driver-assistance features if you want them.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 BMW 5 Series?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so it makes sense to compare listings carefully and move quickly on the best examples.

• Deal availability: 35.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,233 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.86% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 86.3% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $42,733, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 BMW 5 Series's resale value?

The current average of $42,936 sits slightly below last year's $46,097.

That price movement suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy at a more favorable point in the cycle. If you plan to sell later, the current softness may limit short-term upside, but it can also make the car more attractive to used buyers who are shopping on value.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2024 BMW 5 Series safe?

The 2024 BMW 5 Series earns a Top Safety Pick rating from the IIHS.

It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

BMW equips the 530i with Active Driving Assistant, a collection of safety features including forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring. BMW Assist eCall is also standard, adding automatic collision notification and an SOS emergency request button.

For more advanced driver assistance, the Driving Assistant Professional Package adds adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assist, evasive steering assist, lane-change assist, and emergency stop assist. The package also includes Distance Control and Highway Assistant with Active Lane Change for approved limited-access highways.

Should I buy a 2024 BMW 5 Series or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 35.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.86% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2024 model emphasizes comfort, quietness, and refinement, while still offering a capable sports-sedan character.

The bottom line: If you want the newest redesign and you value comfort, quietness, and a polished luxury feel, the 2024 is the better path. If you are more price-sensitive, a nearby model year may offer a lower entry point, but the 2024’s current pricing trend and strong inventory make it worth considering now.

How does the 2024 BMW 5 Series compare to the 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2024 BMW 5 Series:

• Pros: Great ride quality, Comfortable, Quiet cabin.
• Cons: Poor fuel economy, Not much cargo space (with the spare tire), BMW left the BMW out of the recipe.

2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class:

• Pros: Great ride quality, Premium interior materials, Impressive technology.
• Cons: High price, Poor fuel economy, Minor driving assistance irritations.

Our experts score the 2024 BMW 5 Series 7/10 and the 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 8.3/10. The BMW leans more toward comfort and quietness, while the Mercedes adds richer interior materials and more impressive technology. The BMW also has the lower average used price and more listings available, which may make it the easier car to shop if you want value and selection.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.