The BMW 5 Series is an executive car manufactured and marketed by BMW since 1972. It is the successor to the BMW New Class sedans and is currently in its eighth generation. The car is sold as either a sedan or, since 1991, a station wagon (marketed as "Touring").
A 5-door fastback (marketed as "Gran Turismo") was sold between 2009 and 2017. Complete timeline of BMW 5 Series Sedan models and generations, with photos, specs reference and production years. See all generations of the BMW 5 Series Sedan: discover information about every model year and check out what was changed.
2011 5 Series For 2011, BMW's 5-series has been given a complete redesign. Now in its sixth generation, the car is slightly longer and wider, up by 2.3 inches and a half inch, respectively, while the car's styling is much more conservative than the previous generation. A brief history of the BMW 5 Series with fun facts, buying tips, recent auctions and Automobile stories about this legendary luxury.
Research the BMW 525 and learn about its generations, redesigns and notable features from each individual model year. 8 Generations Of BMW 5-Series, Which One Did It Best? BMW's 2024 5-Series is the eighth iteration of the iconic midsize sedan, but which of the eight was most innovative and important? BMW 5-Series History back to BMW 540i page back to page index INTRODUCTION This covers all the 5 series worldwide.
These numbers come from all sorts of disparate literature, so there will be inconsistencies, especially from market to market. As you can see it's under construction. I've also averaged over model years when specs were similar over the years with the earlier body styles.
For those. The BMW 5 Series sedan is a midsize luxury car that so far has spanned seven generations. Set right in the middle of BMW's lineup, it is the perfect option for someone who doesn't need the massive 7 Series but wants a little more room than what the BMW 3 Series can offer.
The 5 Series generations have seen many changes but the commitment to style and substance has remained intact. Home BMW BMW 525I History BMW 525I The History Of BMW 525I The BMW 5 Series is a mid-size luxury car / executive car manufactured by BMW since 1972. The car, now in its fifth generation, is sold in sedan and touring body styles.
On January 29, 2008, the 5 millionth 5 series, a 530d sedan in Carbon Black Metallic, was manufactured.