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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 2.5L multi-point injection (141kW/245Nm), 3L multi-point injection (170kW/300Nm) and 4.4L multi-point injection (245kW/450Nm). 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.
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| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $97,600 |
| 3L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $114,200 |
| 4.4L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $160,000 |
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The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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There are 5 different fuel economy figures for the BMW 5 Series
The most fuel efficient BMW 5 Series is the Base with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3L Multi-Point Injection and uses 9.3L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The BMW 5 Series that uses the most amount of fuel is the Base with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 4.4L Multi-Point Injection and uses 10.6L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the BMW 5 Series variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| BMW 5 Series | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | - |
| 3L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | - |
| 4.4L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | - |
What is the warranty on a BMW 5 Series?
The BMW 5 Series offers a 2 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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The cheapest BMW 5 Series is the Base that starts from $89,000.
The most expensive BMW 5 Series is the Sport that starts from $160,000.
The best towing capacity of a BMW 5 Series is offered by the Base which can tow 2000 kg
The 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.