2011-2016 BMW 5 Series Sedan
Mid-size Luxury Sedan
This five-passenger, four-door car is the long-standing symbol of the performance sedan, and it continues this tradition by offering engines that range from 240 to 560 hp. It is an international award winner for design and handling, but it also has a practical side with available all-wheel drive, a hybrid rated at 30 mpg highway, and a diesel motor rated at 38 mpg highway. It has earned a recommendation by Consumer Reports.






The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (5)
528i
96,67,132,170,237,241,236,158,156,59,135,207,62,243,152,153,147,157,85,248,95,154,47,242,56,151,58535i
49535i xDrive
550i
236,49550i xDrive
Available packages (9)
ACTIVE VENTILATED SEAT PKG
front ventilated seats active front seats multi-contour front seats heated front seatsCONVENIENCE PKG
pwr tailgate Comfort Access keyless entry soft-close automatic doorsCOLD WEATHER PKG
heated steering wheel heated front seats heated rear seats retractable headlight washersDRIVER ASSISTANCE PKG
automatic high beams lane departure warning active blind spot detectionDYNAMIC HANDLING PKG
dynamic damper control active roll stabilization adaptive driveM SPORT PKG
dynamic damper control active roll stabilization adaptive drive M sport pkg multi-contour seats aluminum hexagon interior trim M steering wheel aerodynamic kit shadowline exterior trim anthracite headliner increased top speed limiter 19" x 8.5" double-spoke light alloy wheels P245/40R19 run-flat all-season tiresPREMIUM PKG 2
rear-view camera power rear sunshade w/manual rear side sunshades heated front seats SIRIUS satellite radio w/1-year subscription premium hi-fi sound system iPod & USB adapterPREMIUM PKG
integrated 3-button universal garage door opener auto-dimming interior rearview mirror & exterior sideview mirrors interior ambiance lighting Dakota leather upholstery & door trimSPORT PKG
19" x 8.5" V-spoke light alloy wheels w/P245/40R19 run-flat all-season tires sports leather steering wheel multi-contour front seats shadowline exterior trim increased top speed limiterAvailable drive chains
All Wheel Drive Rear Wheel DriveAvailable engines
8 Cylinder Engine Straight 6 Cylinder Engine Straight 6 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automatic manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (6)
528i
96,67,132,170,237,241,236,158,156,59,135,207,62,243,152,153,147,157,85,248,95,154,47,242,56,151,58528i xDrive
535i
236,49535i xDrive
550i
236,49550i xDrive
Available packages (9)
CONVENIENCE PKG
pwr tailgate Comfort Access keyless entry soft-close automatic doorsCOLD WEATHER PKG
heated steering wheel split fold-down rear seat heated front seats heated rear seats retractable headlight washersDRIVER ASSISTANCE PKG
automatic high beams lane departure warning active blind spot detection side & top view cameras Head-Up DisplayLUXURY SEATING PKG
pwr rear sunshade w/rear manual side window shades front ventilated seats active front seats 4-zone automatic climate controlM SPORT PKG
19" double-spoke light alloy wheels w/P245/40R19 run-flat all-season tires multi-contour seats dynamic damper control M sport pkg aluminum hexagon interior trim M steering wheel aerodynamic kit shadowline exterior trim anthracite headliner increased top speed limiterPREMIUM PKG
pwr trunk lid open/close integrated 3-button universal garage door opener front & rear park distance control Comfort Access keyless entry w/multi-function remote controlPREMIUM SOUND PKG
SIRIUS satellite radio w/1-year subscription 16-speaker multichannel enhanced high-fidelity sound system w/digital sound processing 9-channel 600-watt amplifier subwoofer under each front seatSPORT PKG
19" W-spoke light alloy wheels w/P245/40R19 run-flat all-season tires dynamic damper control sports leather steering wheel shadowline exterior trim anthracite headliner increased top speed limiterTECHNOLOGY PKG
rear-view camera navigation systemAvailable drive chains
All Wheel Drive Rear Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder Engine 8 Cylinder Engine Straight 6 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automatic manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (6)
528i
96,67,132,170,237,241,236,158,156,59,135,207,62,243,152,153,147,157,248,95,154,47,242,56,58,151528i xDrive
535i
236,49535i xDrive
550i
236,49550i xDrive
Available packages (9)
COLD WEATHER PKG
heated steering wheel heated front seats heated rear seats retractable headlight washersDRIVER ASSISTANCE PKG
rear-view camera front & rear park distance control active blind spot detection side & top view camerasDRIVER ASSISTANCE PKG
lane departure warning w/collision mitigation speed limit infoDYNAMIC HANDLING PKG
adaptive drive dynamic damper control active roll stabilizationEXECUTIVE PKG
pwr tailgate open/close Comfort Access keyless entry w/multi-function remote control soft-close automatic doors ceramic controls head-up display satellite radio w/1-year subscription premium hi-fidelity 16-speaker sound system BMW apps smartphone integration extended instrument cluster contentsLUXURY SEATING PKG
front ventilated seats active front seats multi-contour power front bucket seatsM SPORT PKG
19" x 8.5" front & 19" x 9.0" rear double-spoke light alloy wheels w/P245/40R19 front & P275/35R19 rear run-flat performance tires sport suspension M sport pkg aluminum hexagon interior trim M leather steering wheel aerodynamic kit shadowline exterior trim anthracite headliner increased top speed limiterPREMIUM PKG
pwr tailgate open/close Comfort Access keyless entry w/multi-function remote control satellite radio w/1-year subscription Dakota leather upholsteryTECHNOLOGY PKG
navigation system head-up display online info services BMW apps smartphone integration Real Time Traffic Info extended instrument cluster contentsAvailable drive chains
All Wheel Drive Rear Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder Engine 8 Cylinder Engine Straight 6 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automaticAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (6)
528i
96,67,132,170,237,241,236,158,156,59,135,207,62,243,235,152,153,157,147,85,248,95,154,47,242,56,151,58528i xDrive
535i
236,49535i xDrive
550i
236550i xDrive
Available packages (10)
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE
Heated Front Seats Heated Rear Seats Heated Steering Wheel Retractable Headlight WashersDRIVER ASSISTANCE PACKAGE
Rear View Camera Head-Up Display Park Distance Control Instrument Cluster w/Extended ContentsDYNAMIC HANDLING PACKAGE
active roll stabilization and dynamic damper control Adaptive DriveEXECUTIVE PACKAGE
Harman Kardon Surround Sound System Head-Up Display Power Tailgate Soft-Close Automatic Doors Ceramic Controls Satellite Radio 1 year subscription Instrument Cluster w/Extended Contents Comfort Access Keyless EntryLUXURY LINE
Luxury Line Anthracite Wood Trim Without Lines Designation Outside LED Fog Lights Wheels: 19" x 8.5" Multi Spoke Lt Ally Tires: P245/40R19 AS Run-FlatLIGHTING PACKAGE
Automatic High Beams Adaptive Full LED LightsLUXURY SEATING PACKAGE
Front Ventilated Seats Active Front Seats Multi-Contour SeatsMODERN LINE
Modern Line Without Lines Designation Outside Satin Aluminum Line Exterior Trim LED Fog Lights Wheels: 18" x 8.0" Turbine Lt Alloy Tires: P245/45R18 All-Season Run-Flat Dark Pearl Interior Trim Sport Leather Steering WheelM SPORT
Aluminum Hexagon Interior Trim Increased Top Speed Limiter Without Lines Designation Outside Shadowline Exterior Trim Aerodynamic Kit LED Fog Lights Anthracite Headliner Wheels: 19" x 8.5" Fr & 19" x 9.0" Rr Light alloy Double-spoke Tires: P245/40R19 Fr & P275/35R19 Rr Perf Run-Flat M Sport Suspension M Steering Wheel M Sport PackagePREMIUM PACKAGE
Power Tailgate Satellite Radio 1 year subscription Comfort Access Keyless EntryAvailable drive chains
All Wheel Drive Rear Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder Engine 8 Cylinder Engine Straight 6 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automaticAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety


Child Seat Anchors (LATCH) Ease of Use
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) is a system of attachment hardware for child restraints. Although child restrainst can be installed properly by using vehicle safety belts, LATCH is intended to make the correct installation easier.
The LATCH ratings are an indicator of how easy it is to achieve a correct, tight installation of a child restraint in a given vehicle when using the dedicated child restraint attachment hardware. As long as a restraint is properly installed, the LATCH rating doesn’t have any bearing on safety.
Scoring Legend
Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (6)
528i
96,67,132,170,237,241,236,158,156,59,135,207,62,243,235,152,153,147,157,85,248,95,154,47,242,56,58,151528i xDrive
535i
236535i xDrive
550i
236550i xDrive
Available packages (9)
COLD WEATHER PACKAGE
Heated Front Seats Heated Rear Seats Heated Steering Wheel Retractable Headlight WashersDRIVER ASSISTANCE PACKAGE
Rear View Camera Head-Up Display Park Distance Control Instrument Cluster w/Extended ContentsDYNAMIC HANDLING PACKAGE
active roll stabilization and dynamic damper control Adaptive DriveEXECUTIVE PACKAGE
Leather Dashboard Harman Kardon Surround Sound System Head-Up Display Power Tailgate Soft-Close Automatic Doors Ceramic Controls Satellite Radio 1 year subscription Instrument Cluster w/Extended ContentsLUXURY LINE
Luxury Line Anthracite Wood Trim Without Lines Designation Outside Wheels: 19" x 8.5" V-Spoke Light Alloy Tires: P245/40R19 AS Run-FlatLIGHTING PACKAGE
Automatic High Beams Adaptive Full LED LightsLUXURY SEATING PACKAGE
Front Ventilated Seats Active Front Seats Multi-Contour SeatsM SPORT
Aluminum Hexagon Interior Trim Without Lines Designation Outside Shadowline Exterior Trim Aerodynamic Kit Anthracite Headliner Wheels: 19" x 8.5" Fr & 19" x 9.0" Rr Light alloy Double-spoke Tires: P245/40R19 Fr & P275/35R19 Rr Perf Run-Flat Increased Top Speed Limiter M Sport Suspension M Steering Wheel M Sport PackagePREMIUM PACKAGE
Power Tailgate Satellite Radio 1 year subscription Comfort Access Keyless EntryAvailable drive chains
All Wheel Drive Rear Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder Engine 8 Cylinder Engine Straight 6 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automaticAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety


Child Seat Anchors (LATCH) Ease of Use
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) is a system of attachment hardware for child restraints. Although child restrainst can be installed properly by using vehicle safety belts, LATCH is intended to make the correct installation easier.
The LATCH ratings are an indicator of how easy it is to achieve a correct, tight installation of a child restraint in a given vehicle when using the dedicated child restraint attachment hardware. As long as a restraint is properly installed, the LATCH rating doesn’t have any bearing on safety.
Scoring Legend
Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend