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Real MPG: BMW 5 Series (2003 - 2010)

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39.6
Average

+Nicely balanced and enjoyable handling, sharp styling, modern-looking interior, great range of engines including impressively efficient diesels.

-Firm ride particularly on M Sport models. Swirl flap failures in 530d. Injector problems in N53 6 cylinder engine.

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Engine Official MPG (NEDC) Official MPG (WLTP) Real MPG Avg. Real MPG %  
520d 47.9–57.6 mpg - 43.9 mpg 83% Submit
520d Automatic 57.6–62.8 mpg - 45.5 mpg 76% Submit
523i 37.2–37.7 mpg - 27.6 mpg 74% Submit
523i Automatic 37.2 mpg - 31.1 mpg 84% Submit
525d 45.6 mpg - 38.3 mpg 84% Submit
525d Automatic 46.3 mpg - 38.1 mpg 82% Submit
525i 37.2 mpg - 26.2 mpg 71% Submit
528i 36.2 mpg - - - Submit
528i Automatic 37.2 mpg - - - Submit
530d 44.1–44.8 mpg - 36.2 mpg 81% Submit
530d Automatic 46.3 mpg - 35.2 mpg 76% Submit
530i 35.8 mpg - 28.1 mpg 78% Submit
535d Automatic 35.3 mpg - 34.1 mpg 97% Submit
535i 34.0 mpg - - - Submit
535i Automatic 37.2 mpg - - - Submit
540i 26.9 mpg - 22.9 mpg 85% Submit
550i 25.9 mpg - 23.8 mpg 92% Submit
550i Automatic 27.2 mpg - 23.3 mpg 86% Submit
*Based on WLTP MPG values

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BMW 5 Series (2003 - 2010)

Nicely balanced and enjoyable handling, sharp styling, modern-looking interior, great range of engines including impressively efficient diesels.

Rivals

BMW 5 Series (2003 - 2010) 39.6 avg mpg
Audi A6 (2004 - 2011) 39.7 avg mpg
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2002 - 2009) 36.5 avg mpg

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