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The last generation E60 5-Series is a remarkable car. Controversially styled both inside and out when launched, but as a result, it still looks contemporary.
A joy to drive, the 5-Series offers classic BMW driving characteristics and is the best handling car in its class by some margin. It is roomy inside and offers class leading engines - the only weak spot is the ride on the bigger run-flat tyres.
BMW's range of 2.0 and 3.0 diesel engines set the benchmark for power and economy. The 2.0 diesel offers a very refined 150BHP and 45 MPG. However the petrols are smooth, economical and cheaper. The lovely 2.2 straight 6 petrol will do 31MPG.
An early petrol saloon is the best way to get into an E60 5 series. The petrol cars cost less to service and roughly the same to insure. Avoid Sport spec - SE gives a much better ride. Early cars are only 4 star NCAP rated.
Pay up to £8000 for a seven year old 520I with around 65,000 miles showing and get yourself one of the best executive saloons ever built. A nearly new 530D with around 15,000 miles will cost £30,000.
Late model cars are just about to go through the first MOT so wait until the car is at least 3 years old. This is the best time to buy any model. After the initial hit at 3 years all models lose value gently.
Used Car Expert recommends that you try to buy after a big drop in depreciation and before the next one, so with the current BMW 5-Series you would aim to buy a 3 year old and sell it before it is 4 years old.
Diesel BMW 5-Series cars lose most over the first year (from new to 1 year old), so that is the best ‘nearly new’ buy in terms of car for money.
Diesel BMW 5-Series cars lose least between years 1 and 3, so this is the best buy if you want to keep the car for a while.
Diesel BMW 5-Series cars lose least between years 2 and 4, so that is the best buy on older cars.
For advice on what to pay, see below and for more detailed depreciation and mileage & spec adjusted prices & graphs visit our price guide.