Used 2011 BMW 5 Series Consumer Reviews

Still Happy with it after a month of driving

I got my 2011 BMW528i about a month ago and wanted to drive it a while before commenting on it. I purchased it as a replacement to my 1998 BMW528i that I had for 13 years! Now for the review: The interior is luxurious! The iDrive is new for me but after a few weeks of getting used to it, I like it. Why no touch screen though? The stereo is nice but could be a little better. The front seats seem cramped to me, maybe narrow the center console a bit? The automatic transmission seems sluggish until you shift into sport mode. The exterior is flawless. I haven't noticed any problems with the run flat tires but have been warned by many people to expect it.

Not a BMW anymore

I have an '02 530i, love it. Purchased a 550ix because I love BMW....used to love BMW. This car drives like a Buick. Even sport mode floats on the road. The seats are awful and the engine sounds like a 4 cylinder Honda. I can't believe BMW would even put this out! I finally gave the car to my wife and went back to my '02 530i. Now that BMW is no longer "BMW", what do I buy?! So disappointed! Shame on you BMW!

NEVER A BMW

We bought a 2011 bmw 528i while it was under warranty. We started to have issues right after that. Pulling right, Electronics freezing, can not unlock the doors with key fob, can not get out from car because door handles do not work time to time and our 2 year old son got locked inside(car locked by it self) and we had to break the window which took almost 30 minutes. BMW said they could not find any problem and went even further some of the issues are features of the car. Our kids getting locked in the car is a serious issue, Can not getting from the car is another serious issue. What if car catches a fire in an accident and we get stuck in the car. We are filing a law suit and also there is one already pending for the same issue. There is lots of compaints for the same issues but they do not want to admit. DO NOT BUY BMW especially if you have kids.

Tires tires and more wheels

I too thought this was the car I always wanted and blindly bought this long awaited model. at 10k miles 6 rims and 5 tires later I need to bring it back again for 4 more. The ride though great when I first took delivery of the vehicle has been reduced to that of a early 90's truck; unresponsive transmission, steering that has no driver feedback whatsoever. Many of of the electronics malfunction consistently causing me to turn off the vehicle to reset, navigation system is one of the worse in the industry as well as the audio system. iPhone adaptor overheated my iPhone causing it to have to be replaced. All this and dimpled paint. Yes dimpled paint in the day and age. Run from this car

BMW's are not Maytags!

I've had three 5 series in a row over the past 10 years. I love the cars, but would recommend a BMW extended warranty. Repairs can run in the thousands of dollars and these cars do require repairs, particularly when they get to be 5 or 6 years old. Otherwise, I find them to be nearly the perfect car for me. I am 5'11" and 185 lbs and fit nicely in the car. If you are 6'2" and 250 lbs, This isn't your car.

too many problems for 70k car

I had many BMW before this F10, I like the style power and the comfort. The car has a very nice technology package and great sound system but it is short of being the ultimate driving machine any more. Since I got this car I had many problems :power steering pulling to the right, wrong amplifier installed, gear shifter stuck ,needed adding oil to the engine, comfort access had its own mind with lights turns on during day time. after 3 months I traded the car for Japanese Car which has every thing works perfect.

Handles like a Hippo on Stilts

I upgraded from a 335 to the 535 cuz I wanted a bigger car. The transmission failed in the 1st month and they had to do a complete rebuild, which cost @ $3,000. The car is pretty fast, but unfortunately, it exhibits way to much body roll and modest curves have to be eased into. The interior quality is top-notch, if a bit bland. Also, BMW will nickle and dime you for pretty basic features on a luxury car. There are better cars out there. Choose Wisely.

550i - I'm Smitten!

5th 5 Series Owned: The exterior styling of the new F10 550i (M Sport), while more modern than classic, is extremely eye catching and contemporary. It's an excellent refinement of the Flame Surfacing started under Chris Bangle in 2004. Versus the 2005-2010 (E60) 5 Series the 2011 (F10) 5 Series is a wholly more cohesive and less polarizing body style that exudes luxury and a bit of aggression while in motion. The interior offers beautiful materials, a perfect driving position and styling that is more inviting than previous generations. The incredible array of useful tech features, adaptable chassis and drivetrain as well as overall performance are simply incredible. A remarkable package!

If you appreciate cars, look no further!

I've always been hesitant to purchase a BMW, and this is my first, whether due to the stigma or wanting to pursue a less predictable path, I've just avoided them. After jumping in to this car however, I can say I'm amazed with it. In spite of driving some very good sedans, this thing is just remarkable. The looks, both inside and out are outstanding. The refinement in this beast is special. I didn't realize a mid-size sedan could look, handle and perform like this either. Absolutely no complaints. It's all good.

2011 535i xdrive

I used to own a 2011 Infiniti G37x, and although the 5 series is bulkier, it is a much better car in comparison. The handling on the road feels much more thought out. It flows very nicely on windy roads. The 300hp N55 is excellent, there is a brief moment where you get turbo lag in the lower RPM range, but I have actually come to love it because it’s fun to start out with the lag and then have it hit you in the face. The interior is excellent. Elegant and simple, the sound system is one of the best I’ve had in a car and it’s not the upgraded sound system. I have the navigation and highly recommended it. It adds the the beauty of the interior, and really makes the car look like it’s worth $50,000-$60,000. I also have the heated seats and heated steering wheel. I love how the front two seats and the back two are heated, and they all warm up very fast compared to my Infiniti. Overall, one of the best vehicles I’ve ever owned. I bought it used at 66,000 miles and I am now at about 72,000 with no problems and the car feeling and driving like new! Perhaps I have the previous owners to thank for that, but also BMW included free oil changes with the vehicle for the first (40,000+?) miles which I’m sure helped to improve reliability down the road. I intend to keep this car for the next 5-10 years and I will be taking VERY good care of it! :)

Awesome

Great driving car, the audio system is fabulous. The build quality is also excellent. I love the power trunk and keyless entry. I am getting around 25 mpg combined and using middle grade. The changes made in the cruise control placing it on the wheel is wonderful. There is only one ultimate driving machine

Great Car

I love BMW and the new 5, I just wish BMW would not nickle and dime us. Like fold down rear seats as an option. Please the lowest price cars have this standard.

BMW 2011 528

Best 5 series to date Much improved styling This car drives well, some slight interior noise on highway, iDrive system was confusing at first.

Overall Quite Good

I look for any excuse at all to go and drive it. Once I dreaded having to run late-night errands. Not any more!

The Charro to heaven

This car is amazing, so different from previous one yet better overall. Now you no longer need to compromise the practicality for the performance of BMW 5 series. Test drove the M37, E350, XF and Cayenne S, this one standout as overall winner. Sport package is absolutely needed to complete the car.

Average

I have owned this car for a year and find it very average. The steering is terrible and the transmission gear selection is also terrible. The rest is borderline average. It demonstrates very little value for the money. Its much to heavy. Its far from the ultimate driving machine. Not much fun to drive.

BMW, Mercedes, and Audi owner

This is my 3d BMW. I have also owned an Audi, a Porsche, 3 Mercedes, and 4 Cadillacs plus numerous other cars. Only the Audi in the 70's, a Chevrolet in the 70's, and a Buick in the 80's were as unreliable. Although this is an attractive car, it is very troublesome. Already a recall for the fuel sensor. The car has had hesitation issues, the "Check Engine" light" has been on twice, the "Engine Malfunction" warning light has come on and the car actually quit. Now the passenger auto climate control must be set 10 degrees higher than the driver's to get an equivalent air flow. It is scheduled for the 4th service visit. The car has 3000 miles on it. Last BMW for me.

Awesome Ride

I traded in my 07 750LI for the new 5'er. Even though I loved the 7 I was desiring more performance. The new 5 has given me everything I could want. 400 hp and handling second to none. I'm sure this will cause some MB E buyers to think twice. Definitely think you should at least test drive the car before you commit to anything else.

535i with Automatic transmission

I just bought black with Venetian beige 535i at Beverly Hills BMW. I like the performance and handling on this car. I use to have 7 series but with this 5 I don's miss it. I got the sport pkg, premium pkg, convenient pkg and premium pkg2.

Loved the car - hated the cost of repair

I really like the way the car drove/performed. Nice look, good power, great mileage, very comfortable...and the 535’s look sharp. That said, it was unbelievably expensive for repair when something did go wrong (which my vehicle suffered...AC/privacy screens, oil leak, trunk shocks, etc.). Loved the way the car performed, but not a good value when you factor in the repair costs.

why a 535 M

I have owned many 5 series, this new model is way ahead of anything I tested, Audi A6, Mercedes Benz, Lexus, it handles and drives better than all sedans I tested, I was seriously considering an Audi but after driving the Audi, Lexus, Mercedes there was no doubt that the new 535 M is a far better car in all respects and more fun to drive than the others. you can set the car on Eco mode on the hwy and get 34 mpg at 80 miles an hour, quite good for this size car, the the comfort seats are by far the most comfortable and it has a superb sound system. This car has excellent features and the Idrive is much improved and easier to use as is the Navigation system.

BMW number 9

THE BEST EXPERIENCE IN MY LIFE AS DRIVER, after a series of approximately 20 owned cars ( some 10 BMWs ), and several rented, leased and borrowed during 45 years.

RIP 550xi

Nice car, albeit a bit overpriced, however there is something seriously wrong with this engine. After about 40,000 miles (still under warranty), POOF the engine blew up and caught fire. The problem started with a chassis stabilization malfunction error and the car went into limp mode where you cannot exceed 11mph. After a mile of driving, car engine started to smoke up. After shutting off engine, car engine eventually ignited. Prior yo the fire, I would receive random errors in the battery and noticed burning oil smell. Anyway, although I am a bmw lover, I'm not sure I see a new bmw in my future unless bmw 'makes it right' and incentivises me to buy another one.

GREAT PURCHASE!!!

It's flawless, you wouldn't be able to tell if the car was used, due to its perfect flawless condition both interior and exterior. No scratches. All conponents work. The only difference between this vehicle and a new one is looking at the odometer.

Its a batmobile!

Ive only had this for a couple weeks, my first BMW. Absolutely a blast to drive. Interior makes me want to buy a house 5x the size of mine. If you want to feel like you have more money than you do this car is the way to do it.

First Five Series

Recently moved up from an 06 330i. Really like the ride and quiet of the new 528 but does not handle as well as 3 series. Excellent highway car and still good in the curves but some of the sportiness is gone as a tradeoff for comfort.

BMW

They don't know what they are missing out on

I've driven the compettors and I'm happy I bought the BMW

I like the car. My parents have been mercedes fans since I was 16. Two s classes at one point for awhile. But I drive my father cls 550 and it is no more fun to drive and have a young family (2 & 4) than either the s- class which has the in headrest dvd players... okay, those are worth it they're nice. I have never been in position to afford such a car but I tested them all, the a6 came closest. It cost me roughly 35 with a 100k warranty, 24k miles on it when I bought it, premium package 2. Better acoustacics than the mercedes s class. Considering a new accord v-6 or maxima cost more I think it was a wise choice for an inevitabley poor investment.

The Ultimate Driving Machine

Have the car for 2 months 3k miles now. Very fun car to drive. Very quiet and solid but comfortable ride.Surprisingly just as quiet as my Lexus. Excellent performance and handling. Acceleration is like a rocket with the Turbocharge. The Goodyear Runflat 18" tires are very smooth and quiet. The upgraded 600 watts sound system is great. Love the big screen Nav. system. Love the Dealership I bought it from, make the ownership experience feel "Ultimate".

home link problems

i just purchased the new bmw 5 328i it a great car. its a show stopper this is my second bmw in three years. but this is the hardest car to program the homelink pls tell me why.ive played with this. trying to program for 4hrs please tell me what im doing wrong

Awesome car

I have had the car for two months now. Love the car interior design. The seats are comfortable. The car rides very quiet and solid. Excellent acceleration and handling. The 16 speakers 600 watts sound system is awesome. I wish the split rear seat come standard. My first BMW and I really enjoy driving it.

Not the best 5

Runflat tires ride harsh noisy and blowout. Had 750i with 20 inch tires the ride and handling much better. Steering feel is more like Lexus then BMW. Rear suspension hits bumps very harsh. Not what I expected from BMW. Rattles inside over bumps.

My 2011 BMW 528i

Good upscale transportation. Very comfortable and dependable ride. Have had some trouble having recalls performed as do not have a relationship with a dealer. None in close proximity to me and this is a seasonal car.

The best car ever made

This is my second BMW , i will never change to other cars. drives solidly, handling is excellent, i enjoy being in the car ,

Owned the road

FaceTime age of this car a couple years ago it felt like I was taking up the whole street. It felt so wide and comfortable, it was an absolutely amazing experience, I would never forget that ride back from the lot. However, about two years and it started giving me a ton of problems, the spark plugs and coils all had to be replaced, there was still some type of lag, then we ended up having to replace the engine. I feel like this is a common problem with BMW because our 2009 had the same issue as well. After this car, we switched to Lexus, but I will always miss it, it was one of the best cars. I believe if they are maintained and you put in a ton of money, you can have these running for at least 200,000 miles. It was great on gas, i used to average about 32 miles per gallon on the freeway when driving on cruise control. What makes the 2011 model unique is that is the last straight six cylinder engine without all the turbo or the four-cylinder stuff. It’s a great car :)

Nice Luxury Car

I Love The Car But Maintenance Is Very Expensive. Not Many Problems & BMW Service Is GREAT!

First BMW

Can't be happier with the new 5. Decided to wait for the new design and it was worth the wait.

Bimmer review

BMW's are known to be expensive to maintain and this one was no slouch in that dept, but when you rate fun to drive there is no match. We have a Mercedes also and it's nice and techy, and gadgy but it ain't no Bimmer

Nice Car!

Good quality car. I would recommend to anyone that's looking for a new car to definitely consider checking out the 5 series. I'm the original owner and now have had mines for over 10+ years.

2011 BMW 535i Automatic, model not listed for review

Have the car a month and all driving has been City. avg. 18 mpg. Car is exceptionally quiet and this car embodies all you would expect from this segment , from outstanding fit and finish to fine interior appointments. Ride and handling are excellent, surprising with the 18" run flats. For 2011 BMW still hasn't fixed the problem with a skittish non-navigation i-drive system as the radio screen keeps changing along with the station. It's as if it's possessed and the dealer still hasn't responded with a fix. The other annoyance is that the car does not come equipped, as most luxury cars do, with the driver's seat moving to its rear position when one leaves the vehicle.

Great Car

Rides, Drives , Runs and Looks are all killer! I am very impressed with this car. The gas mileage so far has been GREAT. 30 MPG with plenty of power.

The Best Sedan

This is my third BMW. This car is simply outstanding. It looks great outside and inside. It has the perfect combination of luxury and performance. The 4.4L engine is incredibly powerful/fast and the transmission is very smooth. The interior is incredibly nice also. This car is awesome.

165k miles and still perfect

I’m constantly surprised with how well built this car is. I’ve owned it for 6 years and it currently has 165k miles. The interior is still rattle free, seats are in perfect condition, everything works. Other than the known HPFP issue at 120k miles, it has been flawless. I get compliments on this car frequently, despite being 12 years old. I’m waiting for it to die so I can buy a new 5 series… but I don’t think it’s going to die anytime soon. 10/10 recommend

2011 5 Series Car of the Year

This post Bangle-era 5 Series is the best so far from BMW! Definitely fun to drive and has adequate power for most drivers. Interior space is very nice. It doesn't come with a BOSE system but the improved 12-speaker stereo system from Harmon Kardon is decent. Bluetooth is standard for this car.

2011 BMW 5 Series

This post-Bangle era 5 Series is much improved in almost ever category. The new 5 series has added horsepower than previous models, look much better, and has a roomy interior.

BMW 535 M PACKAGE

This is by far better 5 then the older model. I don't think there is a car on the market that can match all in one factors such as performance , comfort and style. M package gave it even more style and extra handling features. This bmw can't be compered to any other car in it's class.

Pure Breed

This is my 3rd BMW so far, the new 5 series is spacious, comfortable and a joy to drive. The 8-speed automatic transmission (with the sports option on the steering wheel) is a joy to use and provides a very smooth ride. I drive the car in Lebanon on twisted mountain roads. The car is very well balanced. Handles turns and corners with precision.

550 Powerhouse

Powerful car that will not disappoint in comfort

2011 BMW 5 Perfect Balance of Art and Function

Nice performance from a beautifully designed BMW! Base model could use a little more HP, excellent sound system, luxurious interior

My first BMW Experience