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2005 BMW 5 Series
The new BMW 5 Series is a Large Luxury offered in both 4D Sedan and 5D Sedan body styles. Available in Australia from $89,000 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $160,000 for the Sport.
There are 2 variants of the 5 Series available in Australia.
Engine options include 3L multi-point injection (190kW/300Nm), 4.4L multi-point injection (245kW/450Nm) and 2.5L multi-point injection (160kW/250Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 2005 5 Series is offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$89,000 - $160,000†
Transmission
6-speed auto
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Sedan or Station Wagon
Powertrain Type
N/A
Retail Price
$89,000 - $160,000†
Transmission
6-speed auto
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Sedan or Station Wagon
Powertrain Type
N/A
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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
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2005 BMW 5 Series
Available Variants
The BMW 5 Series comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Sport.
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Power to Weight
94 - 149.85 kW/t
75.58 kW/t
212.54 kW/t
Boot Space
500 - 520 litres
280 litres
690 litres
Fuel Efficiency
9.3 - 10.6 L/100km
7.9 L/100km
14.8 L/100km
Price
$89,000 - $160,000
$80,400
$297,900
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
1 year
2 years
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BMW 5 Series
Dimensions
4,841 mm
1,846 mm
1,468 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,841 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,846 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm |
| Load Capacity | 560 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 Base that starts from $89,000.
See all BMW 5 Series PricingThe most expensive BMW 5 Series is the Sport that starts from $160,000.
See all BMW 5 Series PricingThe best towing capacity of a BMW 5 Series is offered by the Base which can tow 2000 kg
See all BMW 5 Series towing capacityThe largest BMW 5 Series is the Base which measures 1846mm wide, 4843mm in length and sits 1491mm tall.
The most powerful BMW 5 Series is the Base which has 245kW of power from its 4.4L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The BMW 5 Series is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest BMW 5 Series is the Base which weighs 2195 kg (kerb weight).
The BMW 5 Series uses Premium Unleaded.
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