Lexus GS vs BMW 5 Series
Overview | |
Years produced1972-Present | Years produced1993-2020 |
MSRP$58,700 | MSRP$51,065 |
Average price$26,433 | Average price$17,352 |
Listings7645 | Listings791 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
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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 | Engine3.5L 311 hp V6 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower311 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name3.5L 311 hp V6 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque280 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower311 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.4 cu ft | Cargo Space18.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4041 lbs | Curb Weight3891 lbs |
Height59.6 in | Height57.9 in |
Length199.2 in | Length192.1 in |
Width84.9 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase117.9 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload977 lbs | Maximum Payload825 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1972-Present | 1993-2020 |
MSRP | $58,700 | $51,065 |
Average price | $26,433 | $17,352 |
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 | 3.5L 311 hp V6 | |
Drive Train | AWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 311 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
MPG City | 19 | |
MPG Highway | 26 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 3.5L 311 hp V6 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 280 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | 311 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | |
MPG Highway | 26 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.4 cu ft | 18.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4041 lbs | 3891 lbs |
Height | 59.6 in | 57.9 in |
Length | 199.2 in | 192.1 in |
Width | 84.9 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 977 lbs | 825 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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