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BMW 5 Series
The new BMW 5 Series is a Large Luxury offered in a 4D Sedan body style. Available in Australia from $114,900 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the M Sport variant and topping out at $136,900 for the Base.
There are 2 variants of the 5 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in July of 2024.
Engine options include 3.0L turbo diesel common rail (223kW/670Nm), 3.0L turbo (223kW/670Nm) and 2.0L turbo (153kW/330Nm). All variants feature 8-speed automatic transmission. Both four-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2025 5 Series is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$114,900 - $136,900†
Transmission
8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
Retail Price
$114,900 - $136,900†
Transmission
8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
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BMW 5 Series
BMW 5 Series
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
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Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
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Cost of Ownership
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BMW 5 Series
Available Variants
The BMW 5 Series comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being M Sport and the most expensive being Base.
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Power to Weight
88.7 - 112.63 kW/t
75.47 kW/t
250.88 kW/t
Boot Space
520 litres
354 litres
570 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
1.7 L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
896 - 923 km
619 km
3,000 km
Price
$114,900 - $136,900
$60,990
$399,000
Warranty (Years)
5 years
5 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
250,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
1 year
2 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,335 - 2,560 kg
2,310 kg
3,050 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
1,500 kg
2,100 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
154 mm
85 mm
154 mm
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BMW 5 Series
Dimensions
5,060 mm
1,900 mm
in mirror: 2,156 mm
in mirror: 2,156 mm
1,515 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,060 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,900 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,156 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm |
| Load Capacity | 610 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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BMW 5 Series
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest BMW 5 Series is the M Sport that starts from $114,900.
See all BMW 5 Series PricingThe most expensive BMW 5 Series is the Base that starts from $136,900.
See all BMW 5 Series PricingThe best towing capacity of a BMW 5 Series is 2000 kg offered by the following variants: M Sport and Base.
See all BMW 5 Series towing capacityThe largest BMW 5 Series is the M Sport which measures 1900mm wide, 5060mm in length and sits 1515mm tall.
The most powerful BMW 5 Series is the Base which has 223kW of power from its 3.0L Turbo Diesel Common Rail engine.
The BMW 5 Series is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest BMW 5 Series is the Base which weighs 2560 kg (kerb weight).
The BMW 5 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
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