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Used 2023 BMW 5 Series Consumer Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

I made the move

Wayne, 04/24/2023
2023 BMW 5 Series 530e 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I could not take the leap to all electric yet so my plug in hybrid was the perfect choice. As a Hybrid I get 60+ MPG as a plug in, I get around 21 miles all electric. It comes with a level 1 charger that plugs into a Normal homes socket and it’s easy enough to upgrade to a level 2. It drives like a million bucks, feels solid as it drives and the technology is everywhere but so well done not overwhelming. The Carbon Black color that turns a deep metallic midnight blue in the light is a head turner.

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2 out of 5 stars

Bad AC System for the 5 Series

JustDave, 03/30/2022
2022 BMW 5 Series 540i 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
16 of 20 people found this review helpful

I bought a 2022 BMW 540 in December of 2021. Car has been back to the shop four times. Living in Florida it gets very hot down here and when you set your automatic climate control to 74 degrees and the cabin hits 74 degrees the vents down by your feet and the rear vents for the passengers throw out hot hot heat. BMW says that is the way the car is built. Anyone living in a climate where you need constant air conditioning like Florida do not buy this car. I love the car it's a beautiful car it rides beautifully but has very bad air conditioning

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5 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Something Different

Al2, 07/08/2021
2021 BMW 5 Series 530i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful

This is my first BMW. Coming from the Cadillac Brand I decided to do something different. So far I am pleased with the operation and handling of the 5 series. Asked me again after 6 months and a few trips.

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3 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

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

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3 out of 5 stars

Sun roof issues

Sherri, 04/19/2023
2022 BMW 5 Series 530i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

Bought the car brand new last year. Have had to take it into the shop 2x for sun roof issues. I've owned several cars with a sunroof and this is the first time I've had issues. Very concerned of the quality now. Dealership could careless. I don't know if I'd buy another BMW after this.

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