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BMW 5 Series F10 (2010–2016)

3.4/5
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Most reported affected parts

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Tire wear
2 reports
2
Battery
1 reports
3
Gearbox
1 reports
4
Wheel bearings
1 reports
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Water pump
1 reports

Engine reliability summary

Petrol

Engine Score Reports Common issues
520i (170 Hp) Steptronic (N20B16) No reports 0 No issues reported
520i (184 Hp) (N20B20B) 2.0 2 Water pump, Injection
520i (184 Hp) Steptronic (N20B20B) No reports 0 No issues reported
523i (204 Hp) (N53B30A) 4.0 2 Tire wear, Battery, Gearbox
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523i (204 Hp) Steptronic (N53B30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
528i (240 Hp) Steptronic (N52B30O2) No reports 0 No issues reported
528i (245 Hp) (N20B20A) No reports 0 No issues reported
528i (245 Hp) Steptronic (N20B20A) No reports 0 No issues reported
528i (245 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (N20B20A) No reports 0 No issues reported
528i (258 Hp) (N53B30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
528i (258 Hp) Steptronic (N53B30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
530i (272 Hp) (N53B30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
530i (272 Hp) Steptronic (N53B30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
535i (306 Hp) (N55B30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
535i (306 Hp) Steptronic (N55B30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
535i (306 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (N55B30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
550i (450 Hp) Steptronic (N63B44B) No reports 0 No issues reported
550i (450 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (N63B44B) No reports 0 No issues reported
550i V8 (400 Hp) (N63B44O0) No reports 0 No issues reported
550i V8 (407 Hp) Steptronic (N63B44A) No reports 0 No issues reported
550i V8 (407 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (N63B44A) No reports 0 No issues reported

Diesel

Engine Score Reports Common issues
518d (143 Hp) (N47D20C) No reports 0 No issues reported
518d (143 Hp) Steptronic (N47D20C) No reports 0 No issues reported
518d (150 Hp) (B47D20A) No reports 0 No issues reported
518d (150 Hp) Steptronic (B47D20A) No reports 0 No issues reported
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520d (184 Hp) (N47D20C) No reports 0 No issues reported
520d (184 Hp) EfficientDynamics Edition (N47D20C) No reports 0 No issues reported
520d (184 Hp) Steptronic (N47D20C) No reports 0 No issues reported
520d (184 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (N47D20C) No reports 0 No issues reported
520d (190 Hp) (B47D20A) No reports 0 No issues reported
520d (190 Hp) Steptronic (B47D20A) No reports 0 No issues reported
520d (190 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (B47D20A) No reports 0 No issues reported
525d (204 Hp) (N57D30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
525d (204 Hp) Steptronic (N57D30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
525d (218 Hp) (N47D20D) No reports 0 No issues reported
525d (218 Hp) Steptronic (N47D20D) No reports 0 No issues reported
525d (218 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (N47D20D) No reports 0 No issues reported
530d (245 Hp) (N57D30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
530d (245 Hp) Steptronic (N57D30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
530d (258 Hp) (N57D30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
530d (258 Hp) Steptronic (N57D30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
530d (258 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (N57D30A) No reports 0 No issues reported
535d (300 Hp) Steptronic (N57D30B) No reports 0 No issues reported
535d (313 Hp) Steptronic (N57D30B) No reports 0 No issues reported
535d (313 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (N57D30B) No reports 0 No issues reported
M550d (381 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (N57D30C) No reports 0 No issues reported

Owner reviews

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Model not specified Mileage unknown

5 Series F10-F11: Comfort and Value

Very comfortable car, not too expensive to run compared to rivals. During my ownership, aside from regular maintenance and recalls, the radio module failed and a handbrake error appeared. For the brakes, simply cleaning the contacts in the connector was enough. Oil was changed every 10,000 km, which surely contributed to the engine and timing chain's good working order. Overall, I am very pleased. Low fuel consumption, decent performance, and travel comfort.

Pros: Comfortable ride, Reasonable running costs, Low fuel consumption, Good performance, Reliable engine/timing chain (with regular maintenance)
Cons: Radio module failure, Occasional handbrake error (easily fixed), Requires regular oil changes
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BMW 5 Series F10 523i (204 Hp) Sedan Mileage unknown

Problem: Tire Wear

Vehicle absolutely stunning! Smooth in the city, comfortable on the highway, and aggressive when needed! 6-cylinder engine, the basis for a BMW. I own a 528i n53, a reliable and economical 258hp engine, top-notch exclusive trim!

Pros: Absolutely stunning vehicle!, Smooth in the city, comfortable on the highway, and aggressive when needed!, 6-cylinder engine, the foundation for a BMW., Reliable and economical 258hp engine., Top-notch exclusive trim!
Cons: N53 engine has some weaknesses, fragile valve cover gasket, unstable idle, fragile coil., Weight, noisy and hard run-flat tires, but possible to change to classic ones with tire repair kits and a compressor mandatory., Fragile valve cover gasket and breather hoses.
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BMW 5 Series F10 523i (204 Hp) Sedan 18,000 km

Problem: Battery

Very pleasant vehicle, 204 hp 6-cylinder gasoline engine, automatic transmission, estate section can easily transport 2 Leonbergers. Runflat tires with no spare tire option as the battery takes up the space. No other major issues.

Pros: Very pleasant vehicle, 6-cylinder 204 hp gasoline engine, automatic transmission, estate section can easily transport 2 Leonbergers.
Cons: Runflat tires with no spare tire option as battery takes up space., None
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BMW 5 Series F10 520i (184 Hp) Sedan Mileage unknown

Problem: Water Pump

Exceptional car in every respect. At 348,000 km, it still runs like new. No significant issues, apart from a water pump replacement at 320,000 km.

Pros: Exceptional car in every aspect. At 348,000 km, it runs like day one.
Cons: None, Water pump at 320,000 km
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BMW 5 Series F10 520i (184 Hp) Sedan 205,000 km

Problem: Injection

The car has an issue with the injection system. While fuel consumption and comfort are good, the vehicle is noisy and the injectors are faulty.

Pros: Fuel efficiency, Comfort
Cons: Noisy, Faulty injectors

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