1994 BMW 5 Series Review

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A passenger airbag debuts on all models and two new V8s join the lineup. The 535i and M5 are dropped. BMW's traction control system becomes standard on the 530i Touring and optional on other models. Both 525i models gain a premium sound system.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1994 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Wagon and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

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bimmerdev, 10/05/2012

1994 BMW 5 Series 525i 4dr Sedan

I bought this car recently for $1400 with 184,00 miles on it. I was looking for something with decent gas mileage under $2k. I researched theses older BMW's. The engine reliability and overall quality were praised heavily. I have not been dissapointed! I look forward to driving it every day. I can see why BMW has earned a great reputation over the years. Styling is still appealing on the …

Almost perfect

DIC_CAMARILLO, 01/21/2010

1994 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan

I've owned my 540i for about 6 years now. What a blast to drive - I actually prefer driving my 540i over my 911. The power is great, suspension very precise and brakes rock solid. The interior is awesome (great leather). This is my favorite 5 series body style. My 540i looks fast standing still. Gas mileage is about 18-19 combined. The problems cause me to selectively drive my …

540i reliability

john717, 01/09/2014

1994 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan

I have owned this one for 8 years. Brought it because it had already had the transmission rebuilt and new radiator at 281ks. I have since done a PCV valve, fuel pump, water pump, 1 x shock , a set of brake pads. and 2 x batteries. Done the work myself, found pretty good to work on. Has now clocked 375ks and has to be the best car Ive ever owned. Never had any door handles or window …

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E34-E39-E36, 10/19/2003

1994 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan

I bought this car used in 2000 with 107K for my wife. Things show up due to age, but the engine is bulletproof, transmission is silky. 2 years later I bought myself a '98 528i, then my cousin leased a brand new 2002 X5i. Then my sister-in-law got herself a '97 328is. Handling on all of the them unreal - I avoided an animal on a highway at 75MPH once, then I spun the …

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1994 5 Series Highlights

Type:

Sedan

Trim:

530i

Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	17 MPG
Cost to Drive	$247/month
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	13.0 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive

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Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
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Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
0
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
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Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Not Tested

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1994 BMW 5 Series Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1994 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Wagon and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1994 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Wagon and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1994 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Wagon and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}