The choice of bmw e60. A complete list of BMW E60 problems that the future owner of this "five" will have to face

Led by Christopher Bangle. Through his passion for experimentation and fantasy, episode five in the back of E60 for a long time it will look relevant and attractive for many motorists.

Moreover, the excellent anti-corrosion coating of the body allows you to operate it for a long time without any problems. Separately, it is worth noting the Russian-made E60 cars. Since 2004, the Kaliningrad Automobile Plant began to produce the fifth series of BMW, adapted to the conditions of Russia, with a higher ground clearance and crankcase protection.
We will not even dwell on the "driving pleasure" in the cars of the Bavarian fifth series. So much has been written about this that those who have not yet driven this car should get behind the wheel of a "five" and experience these indescribable sensations from owning SUCH a car. Let's dwell on the “bottlenecks” of the development of specialists from Bavaria.
The first is the electronic equipment that BMW E60 cars are fully equipped with. This is especially true for cars of the first years of production (since 1983). Failure of one of their electronic units could entail the need to rewrite the entire system. Installation on later "fives" iDrive interface allowed to significantly smooth out this problem.

The BMW company - "Bavarian Motor Plants" - has always been famous for its power plants, the quality of which is indisputable and the BMW 5 Series clearly demonstrates this. Engines, which are equipped with cars of the fifth series in the back of the E60, differ in great variety: from a two-liter gasoline engine with 163 horsepower to a V-shaped petrol volume of five liters with a capacity of over 500 horsepower, installed on the "charged" version of the BMW M5. In Russia, the most popular engines are BMW 525i - six-cylinder in-line with a capacity of 218 hp, as well as two- and three-liter diesel engines.

But ... good driving characteristics, adrenaline, which the driver gets while driving these powerful and comfortable cars, provoke their active use, and this pleasure is not cheap. Fuel consumption per hundred kilometers in gasoline versions of the E60 in the urban cycle can reach 15 liters or even more. It should be borne in mind that bMW engines require high-quality fuel... Only then will the engine be able to work out the huge resource set by the manufacturer. It is also necessary to monitor the oil level. Its consumption for 15 thousand kilometers (service interval) with intensive use of a car can be several liters.
Especially the character of the owner of the BMW E60 affects the durability of the car's gearbox. For those who like to "jerk" from the spot, the automatic checkpoint will not serve even up to one hundred thousand kilometers. The mechanics in this regard are much more durable. This driving style will also affect the service life of the shock absorbers - no more than 50 thousand kilometers. The fifth series BMW E60 is equipped with automatic and manual six-speed gearboxes, the M5 has a robot with two clutches SMG - 7. The rigid suspension of the fifth series E60 cars is worth mentioning separately. Although, the sports temperament of the models, perhaps, does not mean otherwise.
In conclusion, I would like to say that BMW does not have any significant shortcomings in the E60 body. The problem with the steering rack inherent in many Bavarian models (after 30 thousand kilometers it starts leaking or knocking) and, due to the low quality of Russian gasoline, the failure of engine parts (crankcase gas recirculation valves, exhaust gas neutralizers, spark plugs, generator bearings). Therefore, in the case of buying a car with a "history", it is worth spending money on a good diagnosis. This will help avoid many problems.

Dimensions:

length, mm - 4841 \\ 4843,

width, mm - 1846,

height, mm - 1468 \\ 1491,

wheelbase, mm - 2888,

front track, mm - 1558,

nazik wrote 03-Oct-2012 13:27
gelding gamno
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ROSTISLAV wrote on 26-September-2012 21:11
I work in a taxi on the E-39 C DV. M-52 7 YEARS, MILEAGE 550.000 KM, LOOKING FOR A WORTHY REPLACEMENT ?!
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max wrote 06-Nov-2012 17:23
but what about the fragility and glitches in the electrics? is it really fiction?
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XO wrote 11-April-2012 00:56
There is nothing good about them. Yes, beautiful, but no more, there is no reliability. It is not for nothing that they are recalled by the manufacturer all over the world. Recently I had such a car burned down and there is no one to present the claims to anyone. no longer under warranty. In short, the BMW E-60 is completely disappointed.
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Evgesha wrote on 16-Feb-2012 19:35
Excellent mechanic box and reliable car
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eve wrote 12-October-2011 22:37
I'm sorry! I got distracted! I wanted to write meren next to it is not worth it! I am delighted with the box! It is really sensitive, soft and also adaptive!
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Eve wrote on 12-October-2011 22:32
softly almost imperceptible! a huge difference, cannot be compared with a measure (although it is also an excellent brand)
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The fifth series of BMW cars has been produced since 1972, and the first cars are completely different from modern cars - the German concern has never stood still and constantly used the latest technologies.

There is no limit to perfection

Each subsequent model became more and more perfect and popular, and the sixth generation of BMW "five" became almost a legend.

The BMW E60 passenger car was produced from 2003 to 2010, and it was very noticeably different from its classmates with its rich equipment and electronic equipment.

Even cars of recent years can envy the "five" - \u200b\u200bmany modern foreign cars of the latest years of production do not have such a large number of options.

In 2005, the Bavarian company introduced the world to the BMW E60 in the M5 version, which was equipped with a new 10-cylinder S85 power unit with a capacity of 507 hp. from.

In this configuration, "Beha" is just fire - the car accelerates to "hundreds" in 4.7 seconds.

BMW E60 / E61 was produced in sedan and station wagon bodies, restyled in 2007:

new optics installed;
bumpers were replaced;
fog lights have become different;
minor changes have affected the interior of the car.

Features of the BMW E60

The predecessor to the 60 series was the E39, and compared to the previous version, the new brand has a revolutionary change.

In particular, this applies to the body - so that the front and rear axles are in the same weight ratio, aluminum body elements were installed in the front of the car:

front;
hood;
front fenders.

The front suspension also has a lot of aluminum parts, although aluminum arms and a beam have already been used on the E39.

Another innovative solution of the German concern is the introduction of the iDrive electronic system into the car, which controls all the electronic components of the car.

Of course, the innovation made the control convenient, but also added a lot of troubles for car owners - if the electronics fail, it is very difficult to understand it.

BMW E60 specifications

The equipment level of the BMW E60 has become significantly higher than that of the E39, and the new car has also turned out to be more comfortable and safe.

"Five" BMW in the sixth generation has the following technical characteristics:

dimensions - 4.84 / 1.85 / 1.47 m (length / width / height);
distance between axles (wheelbase) - 2.89 m;
front / rear wheel track - 1.56 / 1.58 m;
the number of people in the cabin - 5 (including the driver);
car weight (equipped) - 1.49 tons;
gross vehicle weight (five passengers + luggage) - 2.05 tons;
fuel tank capacity - 70 l;
trunk volume - 520 liters.

E60 cars were produced in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions; BMWs with 2.5 and 3.0 liter internal combustion engines were equipped with all-wheel drive.

Engine

BMW E60 engines are installed in various types, and if all types of fuel systems are taken into account, there will be a total of 19 modifications.

It is easier to distinguish between motors by volume.

Gasoline:

2000 cm 3 (170 HP in two modifications);
2300 cm 3 (177/190 HP);
2500 cm 3 (192/218 HP);
3000 cm 3 (231/258/272 HP);
4000 cm 3 (306 hp);
4500 cm 3 (333 hp);
5000 cm 3 (507 hp);
5500 cm 3 (367 HP).

Also, various volumes of diesel engines were installed on BMW:

2000 cm 3 (163/177 hp);
2500 cm 3 (170/197 hp);
3000 cm 3 (235 HP);
3500 cm 3 (286 HP).

The engines themselves are quite reliable, but they require careful operation; it is also necessary to use only high-quality fuel and engine oil.

Like all other engines, BMW power units do not tolerate overheating, and in 2.5 and 3.0-liter N52 internal combustion engines, the cylinder block can fail from high temperatures.

Still all BMW engines sin by the fact that they "eat up" the oil a little - but this is not scary, the main thing is to monitor the oil level in the crankcase.

If the flow rate begins to approach the 1l / 1000 km mark, then you should already contact a car service.

On N52B30 engines, after 70-80 thousand km they can knock, the problem is eliminated by replacing them.

This phenomenon was observed on motors until 2008, after the engine was modified, and the valves on it were already knocking extremely rarely.

Later, the N52 engine series was replaced by the N53 - the new engines became even more reliable.

Diesel engines are even more critical to the quality of fuel than gasoline ones, and "Behu" diesel fuel should be refueled only at "correct" gas stations.

First of all, the turbine breaks down from poor diesel fuel, problems can begin at the first hundred thousand kilometers.

Even on the motors, the ventilation system is often clogged, and if it clogs, oil begins to flow from all the slots.

BMW diesel engines also have one very good quality - it is traditionally believed that a diesel engine does not start well in cold weather, but BMW engines break this "tradition", they start without any problems at ambient temperatures down to -300C.

Transmission

BMW E60 is equipped with two types of gearboxes:

mechanical "six-steps";
six-speed automatic machines.

The mechanical part of both transmission options is very reliable, but the electronic control system on the automatic transmission can malfunction.

The problem is eliminated by flashing the control unit - another program is installed, errors are erased from the computer's memory.

There has long been a heated debate about changing the oil in an automatic transmission - whether it is necessary to change it at all or not.

According to the factory conditions, the automatic transmission does not need an oil change at all for its entire service life, it is only required to top up if necessary.

Servicemen, however, claim that changing the oil in the automatic transmission will not hurt, but what needs to be "poured" into the transmission cannot really answer.

Many car owners have come to this opinion - if there are no problems with the box, nothing needs to be done with it.

Electrical part

Low-quality gasoline primarily affects not the mechanical part of the engine, but the electrics - various sensors fail:

fuel pump;
nozzles.

Also, the catalyst is clogged with soot and soot, and its replacement costs very decent money.

Many car owners, in order to save money, put a flame arrester and "snag", but it is better to install a new one.

Chassis

The suspension of the BMW E60 is very soft, it easily swallows any spots on the roads.

On the one hand, this is a plus, but on the other hand, and a minus, fans of driving a car quickly kill the "hodovka", despite its survivability.

Traditionally, the stabilizer struts and the steering rack are considered weak on BMWs.

A new rail costs about $ 2,000, although you can buy a remanufactured mechanism or a used part at a car breakdown. It is difficult to say how much used rake "passes".

BMW E60 is a car with an extraordinary appearance, stuffed with advanced technologies for those times. In 2003, the BMW 5 Series in the back of the E60 became a revolutionary car in the class. And how this affected the reliability of the car and whether it makes sense to buy a car in this body on the secondary market now we will figure it out.

The E60 is the most popular 5 in BMW history, because the largest number of these cars was produced. In terms of driving performance, it is significantly better than its predecessors. Excellent handling without sacrificing ride smoothness, perfect axle weight distribution. The car is equipped with the highest category: 6 airbags, dynamic stabilization system, climate control, alloy wheels.

In the secondary market, the simplest options equipped with 156-horsepower 4-cylinder engines are very rare. Mostly there are cars with engines of 2.5 and 3 liters.

You can find cars with all-wheel drive and station wagons. Rust on the body is rare, but it can be found on the cheapest examples. But in general, the body metal is excellent at resisting corrosion. Also, the owners of 5-k BMW are wealthy people who do not save on quality service. Nevertheless, squeaks and clicks in the front panel area may appear over time. And all because the body of the 5th series is made using a special technology - the front rails of the struts are made of aluminum and riveted to a steel frame for proper weight distribution of the car.

Such a structure should be rigid and as strong as possible. But there were often cases, especially after driving on bad roads, that these connections were no longer strong. Such a defect was eliminated under warranty. But in the event of a serious accident with damage to the power elements, you will have to take the car to a company service.

Also, if there are problems with electronics, then handicraftsmen will not help here either. Although the BMW 5 has a lot of problems with electronics. The most common problems in electronics are glitches in the iDrive system. Basically, it is a computer that controls almost every function in the car, from adjusting the stiffness of the shock absorbers to adjusting the brightness of the interior lighting. If at least one of the sensors fails, this, in most cases, leads to the failure of the entire system. BMW engineers are constantly improving the electronics, so the service recommends updating the iDrive every six months. And such an operation costs 5,000 rubles. And if the processor fails, you will have to change the entire computer, which will cost you 50,000 rubles.

The suspension here is aluminum, thanks to which it was possible to achieve excellent handling. And it is quite reliable, the rear multi-link is especially good, its parts can easily last up to 100,000 km. But there are also weak points, for example, the stabilizer struts - they serve 20-30 thousand km. Even the steering rack can start tapping after a year of operation, but it should only be changed if fluid begins to flow, which is quite rare. But the hydraulic actuators of active stabilizers flow very often, and they cost serious money - about 50,000 rubles. Therefore, you need to buy a car with a conventional suspension, without the Dynamic Drive system, you can even save money on shock absorbers with it. The front and rear pads run on average 25-30 thousand km.

The brake discs will last about 60,000 km. A car in this body was produced for only 8 years, and during this time 20 different engines were installed in it. Some motors were discontinued in 2005 and are not found on later versions. But the most problem-free engines are considered to be gasoline 2.5-liter and 3-liter 6-cylinder engines, and 2.2-liter engines with a capacity of 170 hp. from.

After 2007, the N53 series direct injection engines appeared, which were installed in the 523i, 525i and 530i. But these motors still eat oil - about 1 liter of oil per 3000 km. And you can control the oil level only by the indicator on the instrument panel, since there is usually no dipstick in the motors. And if the light comes on, it means that it is time to add a whole liter of oil. Also after 12,000 km. a light comes on that it is time to change the oil, but mechanics recommend making a replacement after 10,000 km. mileage.

It is also necessary to clean the radiator of the cooling system from dust and dirt once a year. But even this does not prevent leaks. It happens that the radiator starts to leak after a year of operation.

It goes without saying that you need to refuel only with high-quality fuel, because the fuel pump and spark plugs may fail prematurely. But even if you fill up with high-quality fuel, the catalysts still fail after 100,000 km. mileage. And it is necessary to make a replacement as soon as possible, because crumbs from destroyed honeycombs can get into the cylinders and then the engine will end.

Diesel engines are quite reliable and the car starts well in winter. But the weak point is the turbine, which serves no more than 100,000 km. Better to avoid a car with a 4-cylinder engine, this is the restyled 520i model. He often has a loss of thrust and difficulty when starting in cold weather.

Transmission

The gearboxes that are installed in BMW are quite reliable. Mechanical boxes do not break at all, but as a rule, a car with a mechanics cannot be found in the secondary market. And in a 6-speed automatic, sometimes jerks may appear during switching, and all due to malfunctions in the control unit. But if you reflash it, then the problems can go away. Sometimes a plastic gearbox sump is required, due to severe overheating it can lead to oil leakage.

The all-wheel drive versions are quite reliable and there is no reason to immediately abandon them. There are usually no malfunctions with the electro-magnetic clutch of mechanics. If you really like the BMW M5 in the back of the E60, and you can buy it now for relatively little money, you must remember that the clutch in this car is a consumable. The disc and the basket live no more than 30,000 km. It also requires replacement of the 2-mass flywheel of the engine. And for those who want to save money on expensive service, one must remember that the E60 is not the car on which it makes sense to save.

Body repairs and work with electronics can only be done by specialists from official service stations, and their work costs a lot of money. As practice shows, the resource of parts for this car does not exceed 100,000 km. Or about 2 years. That is, after the end of the warranty period, the car begins to gradually crumble.

Dynamics, handling, prestige and the word "BMW" have long been synonymous. However, for everything someday comes the reckoning. What will have to sacrifice in case of purchasing a supported BMW five in the back of E60 / E61 (2003-2009)?

Due to the fact that Chris Bangle worked on the design of the E60 body (and not only), the "five" was not immediately accepted by the public.

After the strict and fanciful BMW 5th series in the back of the E39, which many considered, and still consider, the best "five" in terms of design, the E60 seemed too "colorful" and catchy. As a result, supporters and opponents were divided into two hostile camps, where each has its own truth. It only remains to add that over time, the E60 began to be perceived less emotionally, and nowadays this body does not look outdated even today and attracts attention on the road.

So, a year after the debut of the E60, a station wagon appeared in the sedan body, the series of which was E61. - each motorist will determine for himself.

The line of gasoline power plants was as follows: 2.2 L (170 horsepower), 2.5 L (192 horse power), 3 L (231 horse power), and the most powerful 4.4 L V8 (333 horse power). The power range of smaller turbodiesels is a six-cylinder 3-liter with a capacity of 218 horsepower and a four-cylinder turbo diesel engine developing 163 horsepower, which appeared in 2005. In the same year, the "six" with a volume of 2.5 liters and a capacity of 177 horsepower became the basic power plant. It is worth noting that the power of the 2.5 and 3 liter engines has increased. In the course of restyling, which was carried out in 2007, the range of power units was replenished with a four-cylinder two-liter engine with a capacity of 170 horsepower.

After 100,000 kilometers, exhaust gas catalysts can "live long" - they simply bake and fall apart. with platinum electrodes it is usually enough for 30,000 - 40,000 kilometers, adjusted for our harsh operating conditions, because in Europe they serve up to 100,000 kilometers, or even more.

The bearings of the cooled generators are also not the strong point of this car - they serve an average of 50,000 kilometers and are changed only as an assembly. It is also recommended, from time to time, to clean the injection system, but there is no need to remove the injectors from the engine.

Gearboxes

No particular problems were noticed, however, diagnostics, nevertheless, will not hurt. The clutch serves up to 150,000 kilometers, under the condition of normal operation, it will last 3 times less for "racers". It is recommended to change the oil in the boxes every 60,000 kilometers.

BMW suspension

The weak point is the steering rack, which, as a rule, "does not go" for more than 100,000 kilometers. Ball joints and silent blocks of the rear arms of the BMW 5-series E60 urgently requires special attention, taking into account the quality of Russian roads. Therefore, it is worth doing it more often, especially if you have a garage with a pit.

Outcome

BMW 5 Series E60 is capable of delivering a lot of driving pleasure, but you have to pay for the pleasure. Think again before deciding to buy this vehicle from the aftermarket. Be sure to go through the diagnostics and check the "history" of the car, as the car thieves did not deprive the E60 of attention. Good luck!

This model is probably the most popular generation, despite the fact that many have argued about the design. The BMW 5-Series e60 was produced until 2007, and a year earlier it was re-styled.

The restyled version was produced before 2010, and we will discuss it in more detail. The car was produced in the sedan and station wagon bodies, of course the sedan was much more popular than them; more than 1 million copies were sold. After that, by the way, it was released.

Exterior

There was a lot of controversy about the appearance, not everyone liked her. The muzzle has a slightly raised hood with lines along the edges. The radiator grille is separate from the bonnet, and its shape is made in a uniform style. New headlights with so-called angel eyes are installed, and above them is a stylish line of daytime running lights. The not very large front bumper received a rectangular air intake in the lower part, decorated with a chrome line. There are round fog lights around the edges and this is essentially where the front end ends.

Now let's look at the BMW 5 Series e60 in profile, the model has large extensions of the wheel arches, connected at the bottom by a stamping line near the threshold. The top line looks pretty and connects to the headlight. The windows received a small chrome edging in a circle. In fact, there is nothing else on the side.

But many people liked the rear part, since the new optics has a simply gorgeous interior design. The boot lid has a small so-called duck lip, which slightly improves aerodynamics. The rear bumper is massive in size, its lower part is covered with reflectors or reflectors, and already under the bumper there is an exhaust pipe.

Sedan dimensions:

length - 4841 mm;
width - 1846 mm;
height - 1468 mm;
wheelbase - 2888 mm;
clearance - 142 mm.

Station wagon dimensions:

length - 4843 mm;
width - 1846 mm;
height - 1491 mm;
wheelbase - 2886 mm;
ground clearance - 143 mm.

Characteristics

A type	Volume	Power	Torque	Overclocking	Maximum speed	Number of cylinders
Diesel	2.0 l	190 h.p.	400 H * m	7.5 sec.	235 km / h	4
Petrol	2.0 l	177 h.p.	350 H * m	8.4 sec.	226 km / h	4
Diesel	3.0 l	235 h.p.	500 H * m	6.8 sec.	250 km / h	6
Diesel	3.0 l	286 h.p.	580 H * m	6.4 sec.	250 km / h	6
Petrol	3.0 l	218 h.p.	270 H * m	8.2 sec.	234 km / h	6
Petrol	2.5 l	218 h.p.	250 H * m	7.9 sec.	242 km / h	6
Petrol	4.0 l	306 h.p.	390 H * m	6.1 sec.	250 km / h	V8

In the last years of production, the manufacturer offered the buyer 7 power units of different sizes and fuel requirements. Motors cannot be called the most reliable, especially in modern times. Let's move on to discussing each unit in more detail.

Gasoline engines BMW 5-Series e60:

The base is a technologically simple 2-liter 16-valve engine. The Bavarian aspirated engine produces 156 horses and 200 units of torque. The motor is designed for the most relaxed movement around the city. 9.6 seconds - acceleration to hundreds, top speed - 219 km / h. Consumption is high, almost 12 liters in the city and 6 on the highway - a bit too much.
The 525 configuration included the N53B30 unit, producing 218 horses and 250 H * m of torque. This is a 2.5 liter engine that can accelerate a sedan to the first hundred in 8 seconds, and a maximum of 242 km / h. He asks for more fuel for his "services", approximately 14 liters in the urban cycle.
The 530i e60 is essentially no different from the previous one. The unit is an in-line 6-cylinder naturally aspirated engine. The volume of three liters and 272 horsepower reduces the dynamics to 6.6 seconds, the maximum speed is already limited by the computer. Consumption of approximately 14 liters of AI-95 and this is in quiet mode. Both of these motors began to cause problems after 60 thousand kilometers, the HVA hydraulic lifters became clogged. Solving the problem also helps thousands of 60 kilometers. The valve stem seals also fail, the elimination of the problem costs 50,000 rubles.
The much-desired 540i version was powered by the N62B40 engine. The engine is a naturally aspirated V8 with distributed injection and a 4-liter displacement. 306 horses and 390 torque units give dynamics in 6.1 seconds to hundreds and the same limited top speed. 16 liters in the city is a bit too much, in fact the consumption is even higher. Valve seals are also short-lived, and cooling problems are also common.

Diesel engines BMW 5 Series e60:

Basic diesel unit N47D20 with a volume of 2 liters. Engine power 177 horses and 350 H * m of torque at medium revs. Direct fuel injection into the unit, low consumption of 7 liters of diesel fuel in the city. By the way, a car with this engine accelerates to a hundred in 8 seconds, the maximum speed is 228 km / h. The motor has big problems with the timing chain, repairs are very expensive, some even just change the engine.
A turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder in-line is also present in the lineup. The engine produces 235 horses and 500 units of torque. There are no particular problems with him. A sedan equipped with this power unit accelerates in 7 seconds to the first hundred, the maximum speed is limited.
535d - a version equipped with a diesel engine M57D30, which is a 6-cylinder in-line, producing 286 horses and 500 units of torque. Acceleration to hundreds of about 6 seconds, the maximum speed is the same. With regard to the fuel appetite, the situation is as follows, 9 liters of diesel fuel in the city and less than 6 on the highway. The intake manifold flap seals sometimes leak here, and the exhaust manifold also sometimes cracks.

In terms of gearboxes, the manufacturer offered a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic. Naturally, there are practically no mechanical versions in Russia, it is not stylish to take a car of this level with mechanics. After 100 thousand kilometers, the machine starts to cause problems a little. There are problems with the pallet, which can burst if the problem is not noticed in time. After a little more time, the automatic transmission begins to kick and the torque converter fails.

Fully independent suspension is quite comfortable, it delivers a lot of pleasure. The chassis also has driving style settings and Dynamic Drive stabilizers. There are a lot of problems, the stabilizer struts of the BMW 5-Series e60, wheel bearings, shock absorbers and levers quickly deteriorate. The suspension cannot be called terrible in terms of reliability, just in modern times, most likely, cars need to change all this, and most likely this should be the second replacement. Be careful when buying.

Here, as many people know rear-wheel drive, they love it, as young people love to drift. The rear gearbox begins to leak after 100 thousand mileage, after which it is necessary to replace the propeller shaft support. There are four-wheel drive versions, but they are less common, although they are much better in terms of reliability.

Salon e60

It's cool to be inside, everything is made with high quality and from good materials. Now the interior looks good, not entirely modern, but not too old. Let's start by tradition with the seats, in front there are comfortable thick leather chairs. Electrical controls and heating are of course present.

There is a steep and comfortable sofa in the back, three passengers will be located there and the maximum that is there is heating. There is enough free space in front and behind, there is no excess, but the main thing is there will be no discomfort.

The steering column actually looks simple, with the only unique detail being the slightly unusual manual shift paddles. The steering wheel is of course lined with leather, it was equipped with a small number of buttons designed for the BMW 5 Series E60 audio system and cruise. Height and reach adjustments are present. Simple dashboard, for some reason many people liked it. Two large analogue sensors with chrome trim, the central part has an on-board computer for signaling errors.

The simplicity of the center console is disappointing; it has not received a large abundance of various equipment. A small display of the multimedia system and navigation is mounted inside the dashboard. After that, under the deflectors, there is a simple air conditioning control unit, roughly 3 washers and nothing else. At the very bottom, the seat heating is adjusted.

Partially made of wood tunnel, there we see the favorite small gear knob. On the handbrake itself there is a parking button. Nearby is the sport mode key and the media control puck. Now, on modern cars, along with the washer, they make a bunch of buttons, this is not here. Mechanical handbrake, armrest with compartment for a mobile phone, this is where the tunnel ends.

The luggage compartment of the BMW 5-Series e60 is very good, 520 liters has a trunk volume. It is noteworthy that the wagon logically should have a larger volume, but it is the same.

Price

This model has already been discontinued, so it is unlikely that it will be possible to buy it new. There are many options in the secondary market, on average it can be taken in good condition for 750,000 rubles... There are different configurations, here is what equipment is waiting for you when buying:

leather sheathing;
cruise control;
electrically adjustable seats;
heated seats;
separate climate control;
xenon optics;
multimedia system;
navigation.

In general, this is a good car that has already become legendary. You can buy it yourself, but you will have to be careful when buying it. Many killed options are offered, do not look at them, when examining, pay attention to the main jambs. Remember that renovations will still be expensive despite their age.