Used 2013 BMW 5 Series 528i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) Consumer Reviews
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Piece of cheap junk
lns, Chicago, IL, 08/29/2016
updated 03/07/2018
BMW 5 Series 528i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
29 of 38 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2013 CPO 528XI and I also got the 100K warranty. Lucky I did. The first thing I noticed was the door panels and console covering coloring coming off. The tan interior on the door panels and console was turning. At first I thought it was dirt. But when I started “cleaning” it I realized it was actually the tan coloring coming off. Brake rotors have to be replaced every 25,000 of highway driving. Next BMW had to replace the transaxle. Then the turbo charger and all lines had to be replaced. It uses a quart of oil every 6,000 miles. BMW says that is normal. After turbo replaced, my gas mileage has gone down by 4 MPG. I’m 66 years of age and I have had many cars in my life time. But in all honestly, I can actually say this is the worse car I have ever owned. And I have owned, everything from Mercedes to VWs to Corvettes to Chevy trucks. The car is made of cheap materials. Finallly sold the piece of junk BMW and bought a Mercedes E Class. Very happy. What a difference. Love the Mercedes.
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Sophisticated, Yet Sporty!
B. M. W, Jacksonville, FL, 02/08/2022
BMW 5 Series 528i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased the 2013 BMW 528i xdDrive Sedan in 2017. The vehicle is classy, comfortable, yet sophisticated and sporty. I consistently received compliments on how modern the vehicle looked even though it was over 5 years old. In the six years that I had this vehicle, I did not encounter any major issues or maintenance requirements other than oil changes and battery replacement. However, I wasn't aware until recently of the timing change/oil valve issues these vehicles develop after the 70,0000 mark. Sure enough, the car started running rough after I hit this mileage threshold (89,000). The money it would've cost for repairs wasn't worth it, so I finally traded her in. Overall a great car, just be sure to consistently keep up with oil changes (especially oil pressure monitoring) and maintenance.
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Why All the Complaints?
daveinmass, Nashua, NH, 06/04/2013
BMW 5 Series 528i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
20 of 32 people found this review helpful
I just took delivery of my new 2013 528xi and don't understand why there are so many negative comments about this car. I traded a 2009 BMW 328xi Coupe for the 528. We loved the Coupe but decided it was time to go larger. The 4 cylinder 528 is at least as quick as the straight 6 in the Coupe - I haven't hammered the 528 as it is still breaking in but it's very quick. No, it doesn't sound as nice as the 6 but I don't care - the 528 is amazinly quiet. The Start / Stop feature is interesting and is not intrusive. There is none of the "shuddering" others have complained about. It is actually kind of cool...
Timing System Needs Recall
Kelsie C, Grants Pass, OR, 08/06/2020
BMW 5 Series 528i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
At just over 60k miles, BOTH timing guide rails inside my F10 engine shattered. It was a devastating repair cost, but luckily I was able to manage it without damaging the engine any further. Engine had to be pulled apart to remove all the plastic shards. Really hoping BMW will be issuing a recall on this flawed system. Beyond that, the car is wonderful. Love the comfort and feel of the vehicle.
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Still in the shop blown turbo
Kbusa1300, Middletown, DE, 09/15/2018
BMW 5 Series 528i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
I wasn't a mile from the dealership when the car malfunctioned. I bought it eight days ago and they are replacing the turbo. While I'm glad the problem revealed itself as soon as i drove off. I am not pleased that the car was on the lot for sale. For the very short time I've had driving the car. I was pleased with the feel. This will be my only BMW purchase. Back to Infiniti for my next car.
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