1993 BMW 5 Series Touring review from UK and Ireland
"Good family car for weekends, expensive for the rush hour run"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bought the car privately with known faults, repaired by specialist.
Currently a problem with the BMW fitted alarm system.
General comments?
A good solid car for the family providing space, comfort, reliability and all the refinements associated with executive cars.
I was lucky enough to pick one up at reasonable price with full leather, double sunroof, air con, full electric pack, remote alarm, on board computer etc.
This is my second 525iSE in this model, my first being the saloon. This car is a lot heavier than the saloon, and therefore displays disappointing acceleration. So don't expect speed - but plenty of power from its 192bhp, 6 cylinder engine.
Heavier car also means more fuel - and this car is quite thirsty, averaging 24mpg around town, 34mpg on the motorway.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 90000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Corsa |
| Date of Entry | 16th January, 2002 |