BMW · Wagon · 2003–2010
BMW 5er E60 Touring
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
1.4 / 5.0 · Based on 10 engine variants Most Fun Engine
507 PS
5.0L V10 Benzin
V10 estate, 1,012 units — the rarest M car for daily use
Legendary! Problem Engine
507 PS
5.0L V10 Benzin
9 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The BMW 5er E60 Touring is available with 8 engine variants — from 150 to 507 hp.
520d
2005 2007
Stay Away! 5 weaknesses
525d Engine Change
2004 2007
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2004 2007
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
530d Engine Change
2003 2005
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2003 2005
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2004 2007
Stay Away! 7 weaknesses
2004 2007
Stay Away! 7 weaknesses
523i Engine Change
2005 2007
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
2007 2010
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2007 2010
Stay Away! 7 weaknesses
525i Engine Change
2005 2010
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
2005 2010
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
2005 2010
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2005 2010
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
530i Engine Change
2005 2007
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2007 2010
Stay Away! 7 weaknesses
535i
2007 2010
Stay Away! 11 weaknesses
540i
2005 2010
Stay Away! 9 weaknesses
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| iDrive system overheats The iDrive infotainment system overheats due to a failed cooling fan — system no longer starts or runs with limited function. Fan runs continuously and drains the starter battery. Symptoms: iDrive unresponsive or won't start. Navigation, radio, and climate control through iDrive inoperable. Battery drains during extended standstill. from 100,000 km | Medium |
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the BMW 5er E60 Touring have? +
The BMW 5er E60 as Touring has 81 known weaknesses, 8 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Be Careful: N52B25 (2.5L Magnesium), N52B30 (3.0L Magnesium). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'.
Is the BMW 5er E60 Touring worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the BMW 5er E60 Touring — 8 of 10 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'.
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee