Used 2023 BMW 5 Series Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 5 Series, so we've included reviews for other years of the 5 Series since its last redesign.
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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Fantastic car
DC, 04/27/2023
2023 BMW 5 Series 530e xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a car last August and new car dealer lots were bare, so I had to either pay a market rate adjustment to get one then or order and wait. I initially wanted to get a Mercedes, but there were none to be had and they didn’t have hybrids. I’m not ready to go all-in on electric, but I did want better gas mileage. That’s when I stumbled into the 530e. On the highway, I get 45mpg and hybrid around town I get in the 60-90 mpg range. If you go the hybrid route, to get anywhere near the miles they advertise, make sure you’ve got a place to charge it. I also got the Driving Assistance Pro package and it’s incredible. Adaptive cruise control and traffic jam assist really make driving pleasurable. If you’re on a road trip, the driving assistant does most of the work for you and will even change lanes at the flick of your turn signal. Apple CarPlay integration is excellent and the car picks up my phone quickly upon starting the car. On the gas powered engine alone, the performance is nothing special, but the car is very peppy off the line in hybrid mode. The seats are incredibly comfortable and the Harman Kardon sound system is noticeably better than the Burmester system on my Mercedes. I’ve driven the car 2,000 miles and it’s been an absolute pleasure to drive. It Driving Assist Pro package is an absolute must if you’ll be doing long drives. Coming from Mercedes, I’m incredibly impressed by the 5 series.
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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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M550 is the right next level 550 drivers
Kickdown Mode, 04/05/2023
2022 BMW 5 Series M550i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have owned and been driving 5-Series V8's since 2006 (545i, 550i and now M550). Somewhere in between I had an E60 V10 for about 6 months, but it wasn't what I needed/wanted. I know people like to compare the M550 to the M5 and critize the heck out of it and its shortcomings. I like to push these cars hard, but honestly I like balance in my every day driver. I drove my 550i for 10 years and loved every moment with that car, just as I did with the four years with my 545. This M550 is a force multiplier and not to be doubted. I think it was a smart next step for 550 drivers who relish in comfort and next level performance. The M5 is right for some, but not others. We should stop comparing the two or wondering about how the M550 fits or does not fit in the line-up. Drive it for what it is for a few weeks and push it hard, but dont compare it to the M5. Thats an amazing vehicle in a different class and price point. I have driven the latest M5 and its incredible, just not a fit for what I need and want. The performance of the M550 is truly incredible on its own merits and a standout hands down in its class. Again just IMO.
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M550i What a pleasant compromise of luxury & power
Mike, 10/11/2022
2022 BMW 5 Series M550i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The best of both worlds, luxury and power. The M550i is much quicker than if feels. I personally did 0-60 in 3.5s 1ft rollout 3.3s, 1/4 mile 11.5s. It's just what the Doctor ordered. No drama. Gets great gas mileage for the power it makes.
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