Used 2021 BMW 5 Series Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2021 5 Series, so we've included reviews for other years of the 5 Series since its last redesign.
Best automobile I've driven
James , 09/23/2020
2021 BMW 5 Series 530e 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
23 of 32 people found this review helpful
I have a 2021 M550i. Extraordinary car. The comfort factor in this car is the very best I've experienced. The variability of seat adjustments is incredible. I have had 13 herniated discs and never have I found a more variable adjustable seat, nor massage modes. The power (523hp) is insane for a car in this sector. Acceleration is phenomenal and curves are super smooth. I don't have the driving skills for an M5, or a Porsche, due to spine issues, but this car is perfect for me. I ordered every extra except the 'use the key fob to park the car'. Driving this car is a sublime experience - power, acceleration, solid stance cornering, comfort (the seat adjustability is endless), audio (the Bowers and Wilkens audio is the best I have heard in a car), and pure luxurious fun of driving is incredible. It's far better than the Audi S6 or MB AMG E53 that I also test drove. I love idrive version 7, although miss Google Skyview that I had in my 2018 Audi S5 that I traded. I had a '20 Audi S6 ordered, and canceled due to terrible sales communication. So glad the Audi deal fell apart - the M550i is a superior driving experience, and the rotary dial user interface in the Beem is far better than the multiple touchscreens in the Audi. MB user interface in the E series is terrible
Forever a BMW fan
Jeff, 05/10/2020
2020 BMW 5 Series M550i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Wow is really all I need to say after trading in my 2019 M550i for the more powerful 2020 M550i. Having been a Corvette fan since owning many these last 12 years I decided to get into the 2019 M550i and so glad I did.This car even though a sedan weighing almost a 1,000 pounds more handles as well as my 2014 3LT Z51 convertible and can fit up to 5 passengers.Another plus is the fact that has AWD,523 hp and 553 lbs ft torque.The difference in the hp boost along with the torque bump makes this car the envy of the competition most notably the MB E43 AMG,the MB E55 AMG and the Audi A6 and A7. For someone wanting a fun car to drive with muscle this is the car. It's a comfortable car but pins you back in the seat for a lot less money by about $40,000 than its big brother the M5.Try it because you'll not only like it but rather love it. Jeff, Fishkill, N.Y.
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A Worthy Plug-In Hybrid
Dan, 06/26/2024
2021 BMW 5 Series 530e 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought this car used with low mileage. Good news is you can get one of these like all BMWs at a good price. Bad news is that the warranty issue could be a problem later. However, these cars are rock solid in my opinion. This is my third BMW plug in. Is it the best? Depends what you like. I like the X3 the best now that I've had this car a little while. The 530e does everything very well. The gas mileage without charging is much better than advertised. I took an 800-mile road trip and averaged 37mpg without charging. That was cruising between 70 and 83 depending on where I was with AC on. It's just as good as the 330e.. . I see almost no difference. The X3 gets worse mileage but it's all wheel drive and boxier. The back seat is good but not great for a mid-size car. I wish BMW would finally give us a decent back seat for such a large car. Everything else works very well. I really like that you can use the touch screen or use the control knob to do everything. There's nothing worse than having this dirty/smudgy looking touch screen. Electric range is spot on at around 20 miles per charge. You can get more if you don't use the A/C and drive slower. It'll be quite a bit less in super cold or hot weather. All in all, these cars are a steal if buying used. The only gripe I have is with the front seats... in my opinion they are too snug and I'm fairly thin. There are multiple variations of the front seats so just be cognizant about that.
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No ultimate driving machine w/o Sport/M-Sport pkg
constv, 07/29/2021
2020 BMW 5 Series 540i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I've been driving 5 series since 2003, and this is my 4th. I absolutely LOVED my first 2003 530, it was powerful, tight, very responsive. I skipped the 2004-2010 models because I didn't like the boring, conservative body styling. When I went shopping again in 2012, I discovered that the base configurations had become "softer" and less spirited. The familiar "ultimate driving machine" feel came back once I tested a 2012 535 xDrive with a Sport Package. In 2016 I test-drove a new 545 (v8) - no SP - and was disappointed again: the steering wheel felt too wobbly, the car felt to soft and didn't handle as well as I was used to. Extra HP didn't matter once the handling was not as sporty. I ended up buying a 535 xDrive M-Sport that felt amazing! It has become clear to me that BMW no longer includes the hyped-up "ultimate driving machine" experience with their base configurations. It's a sad fact. Every time I get into a base config 530 loner, I feel as if I am driving a cheap Ford Focus, or something like that. These days, you do need the SP or M-Sport upgrades to truly experience the famous BMW handling. That will cost you $3+K extra, but it's definitely worth it - unless you are a poser who wants a BMW as a status symbol and does not care much about the actual BMW driving experience. FWIIW, my conclusion: 530 (i4 engine) is underpowered and is not worth consideration if you are buying a BMW to enjoy driving it, not just to be seen in it. A 540 is an outstanding car, but only if you get SP, or better yet, the M-Sport package (you could get the steering and suspension upgrades individually, but it would be cheaper and easier to find as a package.) That gives you the awesomeness of the superior BWM handling, responsiveness, stiffer suspension and precise steering, a nicer steering wheel (vs the cheap thin one that comes with the base config.) A night and day difference. The same goes for 550. If you have the money, get the M550. If not, the 540 M-Sport is all you need to get the chills you are looking for!
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My Dub!
Jason , 12/14/2020
2021 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
10 of 17 people found this review helpful
Car is smooth and sexy! Rides like a dream! Love the color trim package could have been a little better no seat warmers I was shocked! The rest is top notch though
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