BMW 5 Series
The BMW 5 Series is an executive car manufactured and marketed by BMW since 1972, succeeding the New Class Sedans, and currently in its seventh generation.
| BMW 5 Series | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| Production | 1972–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Executive car (E) |
| Body style | 4-door sedan 5-door wagon 5-door fastback (F07) |
| Layout | FR layout, F4 layout (xDrive models) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | BMW New Class |
The 5 Series was initially available as a sedan, with a wagon/estate body style (marketed as "Touring") added in 1991 and a 5-door fastback configuration (marketed as "Gran Turismo") available from 2009 to 2017. Each successive generation carries a distinct internal E- designation.
The first generation of 5 Series was powered by naturally aspirated four-cylinder and six-cylinder petrol engines. Following generations have been powered by four-cylinder, six-cylinder, V8 and V10 engines that are either naturally aspirated or turbocharged. Since 1982, diesel engines have been included in the 5 Series range.
The 5 Series is BMW's second-best-selling model after the 3 Series.[1] On 29 January 2008, the 5 millionth 5 Series was manufactured, a 530d sedan in Carbon Black Metallic.[2]
BMW's three-digit model naming convention began with the first 5 Series,[3] thus the 5 Series was BMW's first model line to use "Series" in the name.
Since the E28, all generations of 5 Series have included an "M" model, called the BMW M5.
First generation (E12; 1972–1981)
The E12 is the first generation of 5 Series, and was manufactured for model years 1972–1981. It replaced the New Class sedans and was produced in the sedan body style. The initial models were powered by four-cylinder engines, with a six-cylinder engine introduced a year later.
There was no M5 model for the E12, however the E12 M535i is considered the predecessor to the M5.[4][5]
The E12 was replaced by the E28 in 1981, with E12 production continuing until 1984, in South Africa.
Second generation (E28; 1981–1988)
The E28 is the second generation of 5 Series, manufactured for model years 1981-1988 as a sedan. It was initially offered with petrol four-cylinder and six-cylinder engines.
In 1983, a diesel engine became available for the first time in a 5 Series. The E28 was the first 5 Series with the centre console angled towards the driver and the option of anti-lock brakes (ABS).[6]
The E28 M5 began a line of M5 high performance models that has continued through every generation since. It was powered by the S38B35 and the M88/3 six-cylinder engines.
Third generation (E34; 1988–1996)
The E34 is the third generation of the 5 Series, manufactured for model years 1988–1996. It was launched in the sedan body style, with the range expanded in 1990 to include the "Touring" wagon/estate body style.
The E34 was the first 5 Series to be available with the wagon body style, all-wheel drive and V8 engines. It also saw the introduction of stability control (ASC), traction control (ASC+T) a 6-speed manual transmission and adjustable damping (EDC) to the 5 Series range.
Nine different engine families were used over its lifetime, consisting of four-cylinder, six-cylinder and V8 petrol engines, and six-cylinder diesel engines.
The E34 M5 is powered by the S38 six-cylinder engine and was produced in sedan and wagon body styles.
Fourth generation (E39; 1995–2004)
The E39 is the fourth generation of 5 Series, which was manufactured for model years 1995–2004. It was launched in the sedan body style, with the wagon/estate body style (marketed as "Touring") introduced in 1996.
The E39 was the first 5 Series to use aluminium components in the front suspension. The proportion of chassis components using aluminium significantly increased for the E39,[7] in order to reduce weight. It was also the first 5 Series where a four-cylinder diesel engine was available.
V8 models used recirculating ball steering (as per previous 5 Series generations), however rack and pinion steering was used for the first time, in the four-cylinder and six-cylinder models. Unlike its E34 predecessor and E60 successor, the E39 was not available with all-wheel drive.
The E39 M5 sedan was introduced in 1998, powered by the 4.9-litre S62 V8 engine.
Fifth generation (E60/E61; 2003–2010)
The E60/E61 is the fifth generation of the 5 Series, which was sold from 2003 to 2010. The body styles of the range are:
- 4-door sedan/saloon (E60 model code)
- 5-door estate/wagon (E61 model code, marketed as "Touring")
The E60 generation introduced various electronic features to the 5 Series, including iDrive, head-up display, active cruise control, active steering and voice control. The E60 also was the first 5 Series available with a turbocharged petrol engine, a 6-speed automatic transmission and regenerative braking. New safety features for the E60 included adaptive headlights, night vision, active headrests, Lane Departure Warning and high intensity emergency brake lights.
The E60/E61 M5 was released in 2005 and was powered by the S85 V10 engine. It was sold in the sedan and wagon body styles, with most cars using a 7-speed automated manual transmission ("SMG III"). However, in the North American Markets, there was the option to buy the BMW M5 in a manual version.
Sixth generation (F10/F11/F07/F18; 2010–2017)
The BMW F10/F11/F07/F18 is the sixth generation of the BMW 5 Series, which was manufactured for model years 2010–2017.[8][9] The body styles of the range are:
- 4-door sedan/saloon (F10)
- 5-door estate/wagon (F11, marketed as "Touring")
- 5-door fastback (F07, marketed as "Gran Turismo")
- 4-door long wheelbase sedan (F18, sold only in China and the Middle East)
The F07 Gran Turismo was the only 5 Series to date produced as a fastback. The F10 was also the first 5 Series to offer a hybrid drivetrain, a turbocharged V8 engine, an 8-speed automatic transmission, a dual-clutch transmission (in the all f10 series ), active rear-wheel steering (called "Integral Active Steering"), electric power steering, double-wishbone front suspension, an LCD instrument cluster (called "Black Panel Display") and automatic parking (called "Parking Assistant").[10]
The F10 M5 was powered by the S63 twin-turbo V8 engine with a 7-speed dual clutch transmission. It was the first M5 to use a turbocharged engine. Like the previous generation, the F10 M5, in North America was sold with a manual transmission.[11]
Seventh generation (G30/G31/G38; 2017–2023)
The BMW G30/G31/G38 is the seventh generation of the 5 Series. It was officially announced in October 2016, and sales began in February 2017.[12][13][14]
Body styles included:
- 4-door sedan/saloon (G30)
- 5-door wagon/estate (G31)
- 4-door long-wheelbase saloon (G38)
The fastback 5 Series GT model from the previous generation is no longer offered, and was moved to the 6 Series range.[15]
The G30 is based on the same modular platform as the 7 Series (G11). The G30 is the first 5 Series to be offered with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the 530e iPerformance, which would have the advanced driver-assistance systems found in the 7 Series.[16]
The F90 M5 is the M5 performance model for the G30 generation, and is the first M5 to employ an all-wheel drive powertrain. The X-Drive system allowed for the front differential to disconnect and provide a rear-wheel drive experience to the vehicle. It is powered by an upgraded version of the S63 twin-turbo V8 engine used in the previous generation F10 M5.[17]
Eighth generation (G60/G61/G68; 2024)
The BMW G60/G61/G68 is the eighth generation of the 5 Series. It was revealed on May 24, 2023,[18][19] and will commence production in summer at BMW's Dingolfing Plant in 2023, with first deliveries beginning around October 2023.[20] The fastback 6 Series Gran Turismo model has been discontinued.
Production and sales
Current production is located in Dingolfing, Germany, Shenyang, China and Magna Steyr, Austria.
| Calendar year | Total production | US sales | China sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 22,637[21] | ||
| 1996 | 22,775 | ||
| 1997 | 228,800[22] | - | |
| 1998 | 221,600[22] | - | |
| 1999 | 201,400[22] | 38,218[23] | |
| 2000 | 191,546[22] | 39,703 | |
| 2001 | 193,948[22] | 40,005[24] | |
| 2002 | 172,323[22] | 40,842 | |
| 2003 | 185,481[22] | 46,964[25] | |
| 2004 | 229,598[22] | 45,584[26] | |
| 2005 | 228,389[22] | 52,722[27] | |
| 2006 | 232,193[22] | 56,756 | |
| 2007 | 230,845[28] | 54,142 | |
| 2008 | 202,287[29] | 45,915 | |
| 2009 | 175,982[30] | 40,109[31] | |
| 2010 | 211,968[32] | 39,488 | 42,076[33] |
| 2011 | 332,501 | 51,491[34] | |
| 2012 | 359,016 | 56,798 | |
| 2013 | 366,992[35] | 56,863[36] | |
| 2014 | 373,053 | 52,704[37] | |
| 2015 | 347,096[38] | 44,162[39] | |
| 2016 | 331,410[40] | 32,408 |
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