BMW 5 series e60 body. A complete list of BMW E60 problems that the future owner of this "five" will have to face

It's no secret that every year the BMW 5 Series in the back of the E60 is becoming more accessible. And if at the time of its debut in 2003 (in 2007 restyling) this car could not be afforded by many fans of the Bavarian brand, then today this legendary model for most boomer drivers can turn from a dream into reality.

In the secondary market, there are a huge number of offers of gasoline and diesel BMW E60 with mechanical and automatic transmissions with an average price range from 400,000 to 700,000 rubles (and above). In this article we will tell you what to look for when buying this model and consider its typical "diseases".

The BMW 5 Series in the back of the E60 and the E61 station wagon were equipped with six-cylinder gasoline engines with a displacement of 2.2, 2.5, 3.0 liters and a 4.4-liter eight-cylinder engine, as well as four- and six-cylinder diesel units with a displacement of 3.0 liters. The power of these engines ranges from 163 to 333 horsepower. The most common is the 2.5-liter 192-horsepower gasoline engine M54B25.

Body

The first thing you need to pay attention to is the body. Its inspection should be approached most carefully, the presence of a thickness gauge is strictly necessary. Feel free to check all gaps between doors, fenders, trunk lid and hood. As a rule, if the car was not a participant in serious accidents, then an honest seller himself talks about such “little things” as a ground-in bumper or an inverted mirror in the parking lot and will show the places of repair. The front body parts of the BMW E60 (wings, hood) are made of aluminum and are expensive, and there are a lot of cars on the secondary market with a bat “muzzle”. It should be understood that a high-quality E60 body repair requires a lot of money, therefore, in the vast majority of cases, beaten cars with cosmetic repairs are put up for sale, i.e. without replacing damaged elements and poor-quality painting. There were cases when, six months after the purchase on trust of the “ideal car”, the paint began to fade on the hood and wings and traces of putty appeared. In turn, they try to get rid of such a car in the same way - “refresh” and sell it. But the hood and fenders are not the only aluminum elements of the BMW E60. In addition to them, spars are made of the same metal, which you should also not be too lazy to inspect. If there are signs of deformation on them, this indicates a serious accident with inevitable damage to the same aluminum fenders and hood, and possibly with a violation of the geometry of the body itself. Also, before buying, it will not be superfluous to drive the car to the wheel alignment stand, where you can make sure that there is no geometry violation.

Engine

When purchasing this car, you need to be aware that in the vast majority of cases the mileage will be twisted. Therefore, you can ignore the odometer numbers. In part, the real mileage of the car can be judged by such indirect signs as scuffs in the cabin, wear on the pedals or “polishing” of the steering wheel. But all this can be skillfully hidden. Therefore, it is better to trust the electronics and "read" the car. As a rule, twisting the mileage, the seller changes the indicators in the engine block, box, and also the key, while forgetting that a duplicate key or a light block can tell about the real mileage. Typical problems of engines on the E60 include a breakdown of the CRCG (crankcase gas recirculation valve), the use of low-quality oil or its untimely replacement, leading to the formation of deposits and soot, which in turn significantly reduces the life of the units. Almost all gasoline BMW E60 today do not have "native" catalysts left. If the car is not “reflashed” under “decoys” (flame arresters) and the seller claims that factory catalysts are installed, be prepared for the costs of removing or replacing them. The condition of the motor can be judged by the presence or absence of soot and / or emulsion on the inside of the oil filler cap. Be sure to check compression in all cylinders. When the engine is running, there should be no extraneous noise, and even more so the characteristic knock of “vanos”. Otherwise, there is a big risk of “flying in” for expensive repairs. The remaining costs for the maintenance of motors can be equated to consumables.

Transmission

Both mechanical and automatic boxes on the E60, with a timely oil change, have proven to be fairly trouble-free units. But in terms of reliability on cars with high mileage, “mechanics” are still more preferable.

Suspension

Despite excellent handling, the suspension of the BMW E60 (especially the front) can be called the weakest point of the car. And if on German autobahns its resource is quite acceptable, then on our roads its strength is clearly not enough. Under operating conditions on our roads, three suspension elements were identified that most often fall under replacement: silent blocks of the rear levers, ball bearings, and a steering rack.

Electronics

The main part of the problems with the BMW E60 of the first years of production fell on its electronics. The reason for this was "raw" software and low-quality blocks, the total number of which in the car exceeds 150 units. Later versions have been spared these issues, but we would advise doing a full electronics diagnosis before purchasing.

BMW's paintwork is very durable, and rust should not appear even on the oldest copies of 2003. If there is corrosion, this is a direct indication of an accident experienced and subsequent poor-quality repairs. The interior trim is also durable. And if the mileage is a little more than 100 thousand kilometers, and the leather of the steering wheel and seats is already worn out, run away from this instance - the mileage is very twisted. By the way, the mileage is written on several blocks at once, and it is not easy to completely destroy the traces of twisting. In addition, the entire official history of car maintenance can be found at any dealership even without service documents.

Be sure to find out if the positive wire has changed. The cars of the first years of production had poor insulation and the wire shorted to ground, which sometimes led to a fire. For station wagons, check the operation of the panoramic roof. After six or seven years, the folding mechanism warps and wedges. You also need to carefully monitor the condition of the drainage holes. If they become clogged, you can fill the engine control unit. The generator is reliable, but sometimes after 150 thousand bearings begin to buzz.

Engines

In the fifth generation of "fives" of the first years of production (2003 - 2005), under the hood you can still find in-line "sixes" M54 with a volume of 2.2 liters, 2.5 or 3 liters. One of the few weak points is the valve of the crankcase ventilation system that clogs after 80–100 thousand kilometers. It is not worth pulling with the replacement of ventilation, otherwise the seals will be squeezed out due to increased pressure. Some cars also experience interruptions in the operation of the VANOS valve timing system.

In 2005, the M-series went to rest, and its place was taken by the line of "sixes" of the N-series with a magnesium block of cylinders. New motors lost not only in weight, but also in reliability. First of all, the 2.5-liter N52 engine is at risk. If the previous “sixes” had a large oil consumption depending on the state of the crankcase ventilation system or the time the tachometer needle was in the red zone, then the new engine leaves oil by default. Sometimes its consumption exceeds a liter per 1000 kilometers. Piston rings that lie after 70–80 thousand kilometers are to blame. If tightened with repairs, then a replacement will require a non-digesting oil converter, which comes complete with a manifold. The situation is aggravated by the lack of an oil dipstick, whose role is played by a level sensor. It’s just that the information is updated for a rather long time (up to 15 minutes), so topping up and checking the oil level can take a lot of time.

The three-liter unit is also not without sin. Instances older than 2008 were noted by the sound of valves during warm-up. Due to poorly calculated oil channels in the head of the block, the hydraulic lifters ran dry. In November 2008, the head was finalized, and the problem remained in the past. Like the M-series, the N52 and N54 engines do not feature a reliable crankcase ventilation valve. Only now this same valve has been stuffed into the valve cover, and it will have to be changed together with it.

Eight-cylinder versions with N62 engines (models 545i and 550i) were marked by frequent breaks in the cooling system pipes located in the collapse of the block. It is also worth proactively changing the valve stem seals - once every 150 thousand kilometers. Otherwise, scuffing will appear on the cylinder walls very soon due to oil starvation. Caught in our market and brought from overseas modifications of the 535i with a "biturbo" and direct injection. The turbocharger is reliable, which cannot be said about the injection pump, which rarely lives up to 200 thousand kilometers.

A quarter of cars in Russia run on heavy fuel. The 520d model opens the range with a M47 cast-iron four with a power of 163 hp. The biggest danger for these engines is swirl flaps, which by 180-200 thousand kilometers can break off and fly straight into the intake manifold. To avoid early overhaul, the owners remove them with subsequent flashing of the unit. Later, this unit was replaced by the new N47 turbodiesel. The problem with swirl flaps is gone, but the risk of running into a major overhaul remains. For some engines, after 140-150 thousand kilometers, the timing chain located on the rear wall was cut off, which promised a real "Stalingrad" in the engine. So, if during inspection you hear a characteristic knock at the rear of the engine, it is better to choose another instance.

The most popular among diesel modifications were 530d with in-line "sixes" with a volume of 3 liters of M- and N-series. The M57 engine was marked by cracking of the steel exhaust manifold. Many experts advise installing a cast iron part from the previous generation E39. Turbochargers for four-cylinder engines take care of up to 200 thousand, and for "sixes" - 250-270 thousand kilometers.

Transmission and running gear

On the 5th series there are three 6-speed gearboxes (mechanics and two automatics). Traditional mechanics is very reliable and its resource is quite comparable to the resource of a car. Even the clutch rarely needs attention before 200 thousand kilometers. With automatic transmissions, the situation is more complicated. Two hydromechanics were installed on the E60 - Jim's 6L45 and ZF 6HP. The American unit is reliable and, subject to an oil change every 100 thousand, will not bother for a long time. But there are more questions about the 6-speed ZF. On the "five" there were two modifications - 6HP19 and 6HP28. Already by 100 thousand kilometers, a plastic pan sweats, which deforms with age. Replacing the gasket is not enough here, you will have to change the pallet. But it's still half the trouble. At the same run, the valves of the complex mechatronic unit become clogged and the latter fails. All this is accompanied by strong vibration and shocks when switching. It happens that an expensive unit can be repaired. In order not to run into expensive repairs, it is better to change a set of solenoids every 100-120 thousand kilometers for prevention. The second place in the hit parade of breakdowns is occupied by a torque converter, which most of the time works in blocking mode, which affects the resource. Another “pig” is thrown by the oil pump, whose bushings wear out. If you start the problem, there is a risk of running into a box overhaul with the replacement of all friction clutches and drums.

There is another gearbox: the robotic SMG III, found on charged versions from BMW Motorsport - the M5. Its main problem is a quickly “burning” clutch that cannot withstand the pressure of a monstrous ten-cylinder engine. To replace, you will have to remove not only the box, but the entire exhaust system. Therefore, the repair will result in a round sum.

Every sixth car is equipped with the xDrive all-wheel drive system. There are no special problems with it, but by 200 thousand kilometers the handout electric motor is buggy. Another "feature" of the all-wheel drive versions was the rapid wear of the brake discs, grinding down to 35-40 thousand kilometers. The reason is in the algorithm of the system itself - xDrive actively uses brake mechanisms for its work, slowing down one or the other wheel. But the leakage of the front oil seal of the rear gearbox does not depend on the type of drive.

Suspension durability on the E60 (as well as on many BMW models) is largely dependent on operating conditions, which are often far from ideal. Nevertheless, with the exception of bushings and stabilizer struts, which live no more than 60–80 thousand kilometers, most elements reach up to 120–150 thousand kilometers. Shock absorbers sometimes leak at this distance. At the same time, change the ball joints and silent blocks of the front levers, since there are original repair kits. If you decide to take the Touring station wagon, be sure to check the functionality of the rear air suspension, which many Tourings are equipped with. Dirt entering the system kills air springs and a compressor by 150 thousand kilometers. At the same run, the steering rack starts knocking. It’s bad if this happens with the “active” Active steering rack with a variable gear ratio, because it costs like a cast-iron bridge. Although most often the steering shaft cardan shafts become the source of knocking.

Is it worth it?

Summing up, we can say that the fifth series in the fifth generation has thoroughly lost the reliability of its predecessors. And now you will have to pay for the right to own a used business class not only upon purchase, but also during operation. But the Mercedes-Benz E-class and the Audi A6 of those years also do not shine with outstanding reliability. And they are close in price. The ideal versions of the BMW E60 are with M54 straight-sixes, but the freshest copies are 11 years old this year. However, the rule “BMW has no mileage, but has a condition” still works.

This model is probably the most popular generation, despite the fact that many argued about the design. The BMW 5-Series e60 was produced until 2007, and a year earlier it was restyled.

The restyled version was already produced before 2010, and we will discuss it in more detail. The car was produced in the sedan and station wagon, of course, the sedan was much more popular than them, more than 1 million copies were sold. After it, by the way, it was released.

Exterior

There was a lot of controversy about the appearance, not everyone liked her. The muzzle has a slightly raised hood with lines along the edges. The radiator grill is made separately from the hood, and its shape is made in a uniform style. New headlights with so-called angel eyes are installed, and above them is a stylish line of daytime running lights. The not very large front bumper received a rectangular air intake decorated with a chrome line in the lower part. Around the edges are round fog lights and in fact this is where the front ends.

Now let's look at the BMW 5 Series e60 car in profile, the model has large wheel arch extensions connected at the bottom by a stamping line near the threshold. The top line looks nice, it connects to the headlight. The windows received a small chrome edging in a circle. In fact, there is nothing else on the side.

But many liked the back part, as the new optics has a simply chic interior design. The trunk lid has a small so-called duck lip, which slightly improves aerodynamics. The rear bumper is massive in size, its lower part is covered with reflectors or reflectors, and already under the bumper there is an exhaust pipe.

sedan dimensions:

• length - 4841 mm;
• width - 1846 mm;
• height - 1468 mm;
• wheelbase - 2888 mm;
• clearance - 142 mm.

Station wagon dimensions:

• length - 4843 mm;
• width - 1846 mm;
• height - 1491 mm;
• wheelbase - 2886 mm;
• clearance - 143 mm.

Characteristics

In the last years of production, the manufacturer offered the buyer 7 power units of different sizes and fuel requirements. Motors cannot be called the most reliable, especially in modern times. Let's move on to discussing each aggregate in more detail.

BMW 5-Series e60 petrol engines:

1. The base is a technologically simple 2-liter 16-valve engine. The Bavarian aspirated produces 156 horses and 200 units of torque. The motor is designed for the most relaxed movement around the city. 9.6 seconds - acceleration to hundreds, maximum speed - 219 km / h. Consumption is high, almost 12 liters in the city and 6 on the highway - a bit too much.
2. The 525 configuration included the N53B30 unit, which produced 218 horses and 250 H * m of torque. This is a 2.5 liter engine that can accelerate the sedan to the first hundred in 8 seconds, and up to a maximum of 242 km / h. He asks for more fuel for his "services", approximately 14 liters in the urban cycle.
3. The 530i e60 is essentially no different from the previous one. The unit is an in-line 6-cylinder naturally aspirated engine. The volume of three liters and 272 horsepower reduces the dynamics to 6.6 seconds, the maximum speed is already limited by the computer. Consumption of approximately 14 liters of AI-95 and this is in quiet mode. Both of these motors began to cause problems after 60 thousand kilometers, the HVA hydraulic lifters became clogged. Solving the problem also helps thousands per 60 kilometers. Valve stem seals also fail, fixing the problem costs 50,000 rubles.
4. The much-desired version of the 540i was powered by the N62B40 engine. The engine is an atmospheric V8 with distributed injection and a volume of 4 liters. 306 horses and 390 units of torque give the dynamics of 6.1 seconds to hundreds and the same limited top speed. 16 liters in the city is quite a bit much, in fact the consumption is even greater. Valve stem seals also do not last long, and cooling problems are also often present.

Diesel engines BMW 5 Series e60:

1. Basic diesel unit N47D20 with a volume of 2 liters. Engine power 177 horses and 350 H * m of torque at medium speeds. Direct fuel injection into the unit, low consumption of 7 liters of diesel fuel in the city. By the way, a car with this engine accelerates to hundreds in 8 seconds, the maximum speed is 228 km / h. The motor has big problems with the timing chain, repairs are very expensive, some even just change the engine.
2. A turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder row engine is also present in the lineup. The engine produces 235 horses and 500 units of torque. There are no special problems with it. A sedan equipped with this power unit accelerates in 7 seconds to the first hundred, the maximum speed is limited.
3. 535d - a version equipped with a M57D30 diesel engine, which is a 6-cylinder in-line engine that produces 286 horses and 500 units of torque. Acceleration to hundreds of approximately 6 seconds, the maximum speed is the same. With regards to fuel appetite, the situation is as follows, 9 liters of diesel fuel in the city and less than 6 on the highway. Here, the seals of the intake manifold flaps sometimes leak, and the exhaust manifold also sometimes cracks.

With regards to gearboxes, the manufacturer offered a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic. Naturally, there are practically no mechanical versions in Russia, it is not stylish to take a car of this level with mechanics. After 100 thousand kilometers, the machine starts to cause problems a little bit. There are problems with the pallet, which can burst if the problem is not noticed in time. After a little more time, the automatic transmission starts to kick and the torque converter fails.

Fully independent suspension is quite comfortable, it delivers a lot of pleasure. The chassis also has driving style settings and Dynamic Drive stabilizers. There are a lot of problems, the stabilizer struts of the BMW 5-Series e60, wheel bearings, shock absorbers and levers quickly become unusable. You can’t call the suspension terrible in terms of reliability, it’s just that in modern times, most cars need to change all this, and most likely this should be the second replacement. Be careful when buying.

Here, as many know, rear-wheel drive is loved, as young people love drifting. The rear gearbox starts to leak after 100 thousand runs, after which it is necessary to replace the driveshaft support. There are all-wheel drive versions, but they are less common, although much better in terms of reliability.

Salon e60

It's cool to be inside, everything is done with high quality and from good materials. Now the interior looks good, not quite modern, but not too old. Let's start by tradition with the seats, comfortable thick leather chairs are located in front. Electric adjustments and heating are of course present.

A cool and comfortable sofa is located behind, three passengers will be located there and the maximum that is there is heating. There is enough free space in front and behind, there is no excess, but most importantly there will be no discomfort.

The steering column looks really simple, the only unique detail is the slightly unusual manual shift paddles. The steering wheel, of course, is sheathed in leather, it was equipped with a small number of buttons designed for the BMW 5 Series e60 audio system and cruise. There are height and reach adjustments. A simple dashboard, for some reason many people liked it. Two large analog sensors with chrome trim, the central part has an on-board computer that signals errors.

The simplicity of the center console is disappointing, it did not receive a large abundance of various equipment. A small display of the multimedia system and navigation is mounted inside the dashboard. After that, under the deflectors, there is a simple air conditioning control unit, roughly speaking 3 washers and nothing more. At the very bottom, seat heating is adjusted.

Partially made of wood tunnel, there we see the much-loved little gear knob. There is a parking button on the handbrake. Nearby is the key to enable the sports mode and the media control puck. Now, on modern cars, along with the washer, they make a bunch of buttons, but this is not here. A mechanical handbrake, an armrest with a compartment for a mobile phone, this is where the tunnel ends.

The luggage compartment of the BMW 5-Series e60 is very good, 520 liters has a trunk volume. It is noteworthy that the station wagon should logically have a larger volume, but it is the same.

Price

This model has already been discontinued, so it is unlikely that it will be possible to buy a new one. There are a lot of options on the secondary market, on average it can be taken in good condition for 750,000 rubles. Complete sets are different, here is what equipment awaits you upon purchase:

• leather upholstery;
• Cruise control;
• power seats;
• heated seats;
• separate climate control;
• xenon optics;
• multimedia system;
• navigation.

In general, this is a good car that has already become legendary. You can buy it yourself, but you will have to be careful when buying. A lot of dead options are offered, do not look at them, when examining, pay attention to the main jambs. Remember that despite your age, repairs will still be expensive.

Video about e60

The BMW E60 is a full-size sedan of the BMW 5 Series business class, modified in 2004. It was produced on the assembly line until 2009. It is considered the successor to the model in the back of the E39. In 2007, the first restyling for the BMW E60 was released. The 520i trim was considered the most basic version. In addition to the hatchback, the model was produced in the station wagon. In December 2009, by decree of the BMW management, the E60 production workshop was closed. This decision was made in order to modernize the conveyor in preparation for the production of the next generation of the BMW 5 Series. From 2003 to 2009, 1,096,444 sedans and 263,426 station wagons of the E60 model were sold.

Engines and models for BMW E60

• 520, petrol 2 liters, 156 liters. s., acceleration to 100 km / h in 9.6 seconds, fuel consumption of 11.2 / 6.1 liters per 100 km (MKP)
• 520, diesel 2 liters, 177 forces, fuel consumption 7.1 / 4.7 liters (MT), acceleration to 100 km / h in 8.3 seconds
• 525, 2.5 gasoline, 218 forces, consumption of 13.5 / 7 liters (automatic transmission), acceleration to 100 km / h in 7.9 seconds
• 525, 3.0 gasoline, 218 forces, consumption of 11.2 / 6.3 liters (automatic transmission), acceleration to 100 km / h in 7.9 seconds
• 530, 3.0 diesel, 235 forces, consumption 9.1 / 52 (automatic transmission), acceleration to 100 km / h in 6.8 seconds
• 530, 3.0 gasoline, 272 horsepower, consumption of 13.6 / 6.8 liters (automatic transmission), acceleration to 100 km / h in 6.6 seconds
• 535, 3.0 diesel, 286 forces, consumption 9/5.4 liters (automatic transmission), acceleration to 100 km / h in 6.4 seconds
• 540, 4.0 gasoline, 306 forces, consumption of 15.5 / 7.5 liters (automatic transmission), acceleration to 100 km / h in 6.2 seconds

BMW E60 reviews on consumption per 100 km.

• Oleg, Tambov, version 520. I took the most basic version in 2005. It was my first BMW, and so I decided not to save up and buy quickly, in the end I took the minimum wage. A machine with mechanics, a basic set of equipment, nothing more. Didn't regret it. The car consumes about 10 liters in the city.
• Igor, Sverdlovsk, version 520. We needed a comfortable and inexpensive car for a taxi. For such purposes, the base 520 fit, which has excellent fuel consumption - I get no more than 10 liters per 100 km. Most passengers are happy. The only drawback is that the three of us sit closely in the back. There are no problems with the dynamics, it copes with its tasks. The front panel is well assembled, does not creak. Pretty stiff suspension, but this is offset by a sharp steering wheel and an almost complete lack of roll.
• Dmitry, Irkutsk, 525. A three-liter engine with a capacity of 218 forces turned out to be very voracious. But the dynamics are great. Consumes an average of 15 liters per 100 km. This car, although a business class, is primarily focused on the driver.
• Vasily, Dnepropetrovsk, version 530. I drive mostly in the back seat. My personal driver likes the car for reliable handling in extreme conditions. He even says that it is very difficult to get into an accident on this five - it steers so quickly and predictably. It's just that we often drive fast, my work is far away - outside the city. The fuel consumption of my 530th is at least 10 liters, up to 15.
• Anatoly, 530. A car with a three-liter gasoline engine eats a lot, but the sound of this engine is simply magnificent. After a test drive, I realized what to take. And don't care about the cost. So what if more than 15 liters comes out. The dynamics are infernal, the brakes and handling are infernal, in general, everything is hurt.
• Sergey, Tver, 525. A dynamic car, although not in the top-end configuration. Consumption of about 12 liters on average. Comfort is top notch. Lots of features, nice to sit in the cabin. But the suspension is a bit loud for our roads.
• Peter, 535. Advised by friends, took over. It's not like that at all. I have a family, children, they do not need a sports car. I wanted a comfortable and luxurious car. And it's too frisky, straight shakes the soul, the cabin is very loud. The suspension is the stiffest I've tested. Fuel consumption is about 16 liters per hundred. I am very glad that one of my friends responded and agreed to buy it. I'll buy a Camry with the money I make.
• Victor, Donetsk, 540. Bought in 2007. Full stuffing. Automatic, four-wheel drive, four-liter 300-horsepower engine. It seems that nothing more is needed for life. And it's good that I don't have a family yet. And then you would have to take some kind of minivan. I'm over 40, but this car gives a second youth. I did not regret a penny that I bought the 540th. Against the background of this five, all other versions of the BMW 5 e60 seem to be pawns, what can I say about competitors. In my opinion, this is the best car not only of its time - it is in this configuration. Fuel consumption can reach up to 20 liters. But I repeat that I do not regret a penny for the operation of my boomer. He is with me everywhere and everywhere. Fast and comfortable. The costs for him are already divine, he is already ten years old, after all. It's time to change, but the hands do not rise in any way. I'm used to it and I won't sell it to anyone.
• Nikolai, Volgograd, 740. Thoroughly tested it, and only then took it. A true premium sports car. The car justifies the money spent. Took with a run of 60 thousand, already of course without a guarantee. I visit the service regularly, I somehow repair such a car myself. Fuel consumption is 20-25 liters per hundred.
• Marina, Kharkiv, 525. The car met all my expectations, I drive it to work. Eats 11-12 liters, depending on the situation in the city. Comfortable and quiet in the cabin.
• Oleg, Moscow, 520. I will characterize my purchase as follows - cheap and cheerful. Here is my strict German-conservative, calm and prudent. He doesn't need anything extra. There are almost no options, the gearbox is a handle. Single zone climate works great. Nothing more is needed for comfort. After ten years of use, all the electrics are working properly, but I visit the service regularly. Fuel consumes about 10 liters per 100 km.
• Alexey, St. Petersburg, 540. I bought a supported copy of 2008 with a mileage of 100 thousand. What they didn't do with him. It is clear that for such money there will be a donut hole. But not to the same extent ... It turned out that there was a major accident. The back of the body is completely wrinkled, I had to cut it. Thank God, there was a donor, and they borrowed the back from him. The costs are insane. But it's all over. Capital made, chip tuning done, interior and body repainted, and now you can pile on every day. I am now so happy and fast that I manage to fly with a consumption of 30 liters per 100 km.

Objective and most informative reviews of BMW E60 owners, which will help you decide whether to buy this car or not. How reliable and convenient is it for everyday use, or more for “drive”.

A little about the car

For some reason, many people think that the E60 is the choice of bandits and racers, or rich Caucasians with golden UZIs. But, as statistics show, the majority chooses this "five" as a family car. By the way, the E60 has an excellent leather interior, but if you are not the owner of this handsome man yet, you can do it, like, in principle.

Review of BMW 5 E60 530D
Ilgiz, Ufa

During the three years of owning this car, not a bit disappointed in it. A three-liter diesel engine is something. It is in no way inferior in dynamics to gasoline ones, and the consumption of more than 10 liters per 100 km has not yet risen, and indeed, after its Subarik, I got used to it quickly and there should not be any problems with changing candles 🙂

“I like everything in the car - from the perception of the suspension of the road to the soundproofing of the cabin. I can get underway from third gear, entertaining friends.

The leather interior didn't disappoint either. Practical interior and high-quality materials that are not afraid of dry cleaners. The only problems I can attribute are minor squeaks that appeared in the cabin not without the help of our beautiful roads.

Rating: 9 out of 10

Review of BMW 5 E60 530D
Peter, Moscow

Let's start with what I don't like about this car. The first and most significant drawback is that at the service you are torn off three skins for car maintenance.

“Regular oil changes cost space money. Eight liters of oil and a filter cost around $500. And if you still change the air and fuel filters from time to time, and the brake pads, get ready to say goodbye to one or two thousand dollars.

In total, so much money is spent on maintenance in a year that you can buy a new domestic car. My engine also likes to eat oil. Approximately 1 liter per 10 thousand kilometers, but this is more of a diesel problem.

As for the positive aspects of the BMW E60, I didn’t have a more comfortable and reliable car. In addition, it is also economical. There are almost 250 horsepower under the hood, and the speed of 200 km / h is not a question for him at all. But the savings are relative, because after service updates there is no money left at all.

Rating: 7 out of 10

Review of BMW 5 E60 530
Alexey, Nizhny Novgorod

The car knows how to make a good impression and keep it throughout the entire cycle of owning it.

“Of the minuses, I can only note a somewhat harsh suspension. But on 18 discs, it cannot be different. No more complaints about the car"

Torquey engine, clear automatic transmission, which switches without jerks and slowdowns. The kick-down mode excites and forces the body to produce adrenaline. A leisurely ride is a special pleasure. Softness, smoothness and comfort are just such sensations.

Rating: 9 out of 10

Review of BMW 5 E60 535
Sergey, Irkutsk

In principle, the machine is not bad, but I can not safely recommend it to everyone.

• Firstly, the consumption of gasoline in urban mode does not fall below 15 liters. In winter, in traffic jams, it is all 17 liters.
• Secondly, the suspension is much stiffer than I expected.
• Thirdly, incredibly expensive maintenance, and this is a fact with which hardly any of the owners of this car will argue.
• Fourthly, the clearance is so small that the bumper constantly clings to the curbs, and parking tightly to them is a whole science.

Actually, I expected more.

Rating: 6 out of 10

Review of BMW 5 E60 520i
Slava, St. Petersburg

I am happy with my car. Hasn't let me down yet. There is German reliability. Powerful and agile car. Equally practical for city driving and highway driving.

You can confidently overtake, there is enough power reserve, and there was no doubt about it yet.

From a place at a traffic light, you can also start in such a way that most cars will be left behind. At the same time, the car is very comfortable, the soundproofing of the cabin is well executed, which is rare for modern cars. Loan to give another 3 years.

Rating: 10 out of 10

Review of BMW 525i
Andrey, Minsk

I was afraid that the engine power with a volume of 2.5 liters would not be enough to pull two tons of weight. It turned out not. 218 horses do a great job. And the gas mileage isn't that great. In the city - no more than 12 liters, and on the highway you can safely fit into 10.

“Of the shortcomings, I can note the presence of crickets in the cabin. Creaking door trim and front panel "

Maybe I'm nitpicking, but it's true. This drawback has to be “treated” by an audio system, which is not the best. Frankly weak sound, not at the level of the price category, which includes this car.

In terms of ride quality, they are excellent. The car confidently holds the road at any speed, goes into corners perfectly, you don’t even feel that the rear-wheel drive is pushing a colossus weighing under two thousand kilograms.

Rating: 10 out of 10

Review of BMW 5 525d
Pavel, St. Petersburg

The car suits me in all respects. Starting from engine power, and ending with the quality of interior trim. Despite the fact that my interior is not leather, it looks expensive and very decent.

There are all the necessary options that do not once again distract attention from the road. And a certain conciseness in style is what really makes the car a classic business class sedan.

The only drawback is the expensive service, which is determined not so much by the quality of consumables as by the brand of the German car brand. A very high score, not a single Japanese can do it.

Rating: 9 out of 10

Review of BMW 5 E60 520
Ivan, Ryazan

85 horsepower per ton of weight is negligible for this machine. Moreover, she is in a class whose representatives should not be so weak. By itself, the figure is 170 hp. impressive.

But in reality it is not enough for this car. I bite my elbows that I bought a car with such an engine. All other characteristics are satisfactory.

Rating: 6 out of 10

Review of BMW 5 E60 320i
Dmitry, Vladivostok

1. Disadvantages: engine power, stiff suspension, audio system of dubious quality, low ground clearance, numerous "crickets" in the cabin, obscenely expensive maintenance.
2. Advantages: engine efficiency, high-quality interior, excellent gearbox operation, good sound insulation, excellent road stability, spacious interior for the driver and passengers of any size.

Rating: 7 out of 10

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