1991 BMW M5 Review
1991 BMW M5 Review
View more photos
Used M5 for sale
Appraise This CarSee Edmunds pricing data
Has Your Car's Value Changed?
Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What’s new
The 5 Series-based M5 performance sedan returns after a three-year hiatus. A 310-horsepower 3.6-liter inline six feeds this delightful automobile; a five-speed manual is the only transmission choice. Most features come standard, including a limited slip differential and power, leather-upholstered seats.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1991 BMW M5 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.36 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$299/mo for M5 Base
M5 Base
vs
$176/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 1991 BMW M5.
5 star(75%)
4 star(25%)
3 star(0%)
2 star(0%)
1 star(0%)
4 reviews
Trending topics in reviews
Most helpful consumer reviews
4.38 out of 5 stars
E34 M5
notimportant, 07/22/2012
1991 BMW M5 4dr Sedan
Over 20 years later, the car is still a blast to drive.
The limited run of US E34 M5's places you in a small group of proud owner, amongst a much larger group of enthusiasts who respect the automobile.
The car has an amazing sound with the factory exhaust, more of a small camm V8 sound than a factory I6.
Still nimble and quick, the car makes your drive to work fun again.
The fuel … consumption is a bit less than one might like, but it is easy to overlook for the combination of comfort and enjoyment offered by this emerging classic.
Due to the limited parts availability and maintenance requirements, I would not advise for daily use. For ocassional use and weekend fun, it's simply perfect.
4.75 out of 5 stars
my 91 m5
Dandunes818, 08/19/2010
1991 BMW M5 4dr Sedan
I bought mine in 2005 w/196,000 miles already on it. Was worried but soon found out there was nothing to worry about. Other than oil changes and filling the tank I had to do nothing to it. She ran like a dream the whole time I had it and just sold it this week w/214,000 and wouldn't doubt if it went another 214k. The car has more power than you'll ever need and corners like a dream.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Truly a Brute in a Suit
M5-Mike, 02/02/2009
1991 BMW M5 4dr Sedan
It may not be the first M5 but it is the "real one." The first 4-door sedan to make a Ferrari humble and rip to consecutive series race track triumphs in Trans Am. "What do mean it only has a tiny 6 cylinder motor?" Ha. Stand on the gas and the symphonic 6 comes to life. Sure BMW has made more powerful M5s but none have this panache. The faster it goes, the smaller it feels. Truly … amazing car.
5 out of 5 stars
A Beautiful Classic
Harteb, 08/04/2005
1991 BMW M5 4dr Sedan
This car is a true classic in both design and power! It's first 10 years were spent on the Autobahn in Germany, followed by 3 years of tender care in storage by it's previous single owner. All body parts and glass are original, with only a few rock chips to show in it's nearly perfect exterior. The BMW mechanic that performed the checkout before I purchased it said it was the most … powerful M5 he'd ever seen, possibly with a high performance cam. It has fantastic torque to drive easily in town in 3rd/4th without effort, and it loves to cruise on the highway at any legal speed. I was shocked when I learned how to use the onboard computer and found out I was getting 25MPG. Wonderful CAR.
1991 M5 Highlights
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 13 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $299/month |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
People who viewed this also viewed
5.0 average Rating out of 2 reviews. |
Starting at $142,000 |
4.8 average Rating out of 4 reviews. |
Starting at $78,100 |
3.8 average Rating out of 35 reviews. |
Starting at $65,200 |
Related Used 1991 BMW M5 info
Vehicle reviews of used models
- Used Mazda 6 2012
- Used Kia Soul 2012 For Sale
- Used Hyundai Elantra 2012
- Used Dodge Grand Caravan 2013
- Used Chrysler PT Cruiser 2010
Shop similar models
- Used BMW M8-gran-coupe
- Used BMW Alpina-b7
- Used BMW 8-Series-Gran-Coupe
- Used BMW Alpina-b6-gran-coupe
- Used BMW 7-Series
Shop used vehicles in your area
- Used BMW M5 2022 For Sale
- Used BMW M5 2015
- Used BMW M5 2010
- Used BMW M5 2018
- Used BMW M5 2020 For Sale
- Used BMW M5 2014
- Used BMW M5 2016
- Used BMW M5 2021
- Used BMW M5 2013
- Used BMW M5 2019
Popular new car reviews and ratings
- 2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia
- Cadillac XT4 2023
- Lexusrz450E
- Mersedes Eqe SUV
- Jaguar F-PACE 2024
- 2025 Kia Soul News
- 2023 Volvo XC40
- 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport News
- Audi SQ8
- Lexus Is 500
Research other models of Bmw
- 850I BMW Coupe
- 2024 BMW X2
- 2024 BMW X4
- BMW X6 2023
- 2023 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
- BMW 2 Series 2023
- 2024 4 Series
- M8
- 2024 BMW iX
- M BMW X6
Other models
- Used Alfa-Romeo Stelvio in Oneida, NY
- New Mitsubishi Mirage-G4 for Sale in Kent, WA
- New Toyota Highlander for Sale in Tallahassee, FL
- Used Mazda RX-8 in Berwick, PA
- New Audi SQ5 for Sale in Muskego, WI
- Used Porsche Panamera in Braintree, MA
- Used Volvo V60 in Freeport, NY
- New Mercedes-Benz Glc-Class-Coupe for Sale in Dundalk, MD
- Used Lexus LS-460 in Waterloo, IA
- New Lexus LC for Sale in El Cajon, CA