2003-2010 5 Series OverviewBMW 5 Series Overview (2003 - 2010)
E60 / E61
Tech Specs Summary
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- 135 - 155 mph
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- 4.7 - 9.0 seconds
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- 161 - 500 BHP
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- 19.3 - 55.4 mpg
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- 1,545 - 1,880 kg
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- 520 L (Saloon)
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- 500 - 1,615 L (Estate)
This generation of the BMW 5 Series (E60 / E61) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 2003 - 2010. It's a front engined car with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 161 BHP 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 500 BHP 5 L V10 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 5 Series is the BMW M5 which scores 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 500 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 281 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the BMW 520d touring is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 820 miles and can store 500-1,615 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,800 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
