2008 BMW 5 Series Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$44,300 to $58,500

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by Steve K
May 28, 2024
Great car with lots of power and options also looks great as well!May 28, 2024
by Todd P
Mar 26, 2023
Out of 60 vehicles over the course of 45 years this was the most incredible one. No modifications, all stock, naturally aspirated 4.8 liter V8 with stunning performance and handling, a real sleeper sport sedan. I surprised a lot of people out on the open road. In my last days of ownership I put it on the track for a day of high performance driving instruction. Even the instructor was surprised at its performance and got a big kick out of instructing me to pass a C8 on 2 occasions and even a Viper ACR. It wasn’t that they couldn’t have run away from me, however they had less experience. Less of a car could not have done it and it did it at speeds in excess of 135 mph. When we pitted on one occasion, however, the BMW was billowing smoke which I knew was only an oil leak but one of the other instructors nearly called down the fire team. This is the cars design flaw that was fatal to my ownership. Oil leaks that are overwhelming and extremely expensive to repair. If you’re looking to buy one, you also better be looking for oil leaks I’m sad to say.Mar 26, 2023
by Anonymous
Mar 11, 2021
The car features is everything I expected. The value of the car is great. This is my first BMW ever so I wouldnt have a reference to compare it to. Mar 11, 2021

2008 BMW 5 Series Pricing

Original MSRP
$44,300 to $58,500
Price range
$8,252 to $10,010
Average price on CG
$9,166
YoY price change
$8,252 to $9,166
BMW 5 Series price trends

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 11

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.18 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brake width: 0.78 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Door trim: leather · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: vehicle and key memory · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio and cruise controls · Sunshade: side window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.38

Exterior Features

Mirror color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: power adjustable

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Rear Seats

Heated: multi-level heating · Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: one-touch open/close

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: mulitlevel · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Width: 8

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · IPod auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 11

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.18 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.6 · Rear brake width: 0.78 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Door trim: leather · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Sunshade: side window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 20

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.46

Exterior Features

Mirror color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: power adjustable

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: HID · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Rear Seats

Heated: multi-level heating · Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: power glass

Safety

Active head restraints: dual front · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: mulitlevel · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · IPod auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 10

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.7 · Front brake width: 1.18 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.6 · Rear brake width: 0.94 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Door trim: leather · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio and cruise controls · Sunshade: power rear window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 20

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.08

Exterior Features

Mirror color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: power adjustable

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power folding

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Rear Seats

Heated: multi-level heating · Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: power glass

Safety

Active head restraints: dual front · Impact sensor: battery disconnect · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: mulitlevel · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Width: 8

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · IPod auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Sirius Satellite Radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 11

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.7 · Front brake width: 1.18 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.6 · Rear brake width: 0.94 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Door trim: leather · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Sunshade: side window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 20

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.08

Exterior Features

Mirror color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: power adjustable

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: reverse gear tilt

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 20

Rear Seats

Heated: multi-level heating · Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: power glass

Safety

Active head restraints: dual front · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: mulitlevel · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Width: 9

Wheels - Front Size if Different

Width: 8 inch

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 10

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.7 · Front brake width: 1.18 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.6 · Rear brake width: 0.94 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: leather · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: vehicle and key memory · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio and cruise controls · Sunshade: side window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 20

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.08

Exterior Features

Mirror color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Front headrests: power adjustable

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: cornering · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power folding

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 20

Rear Seats

Heated: multi-level heating · Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: one-touch open/close

Safety

Active head restraints: dual front · Impact sensor: battery disconnect · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leatherette

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Width: 9

Wheels - Front Size if Different

Width: 8 inch

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · IPod auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 11

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.7 · Front brake width: 1.18 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.6 · Rear brake width: 0.94 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: vehicle and key memory · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Sunshade: power rear window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 20

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 2.93

Exterior Features

Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Mirror color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: power adjustable

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Taillights: adaptive

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 20

Rear Seats

Heated: multi-level heating · Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: power glass

Safety

Active head restraints: dual front · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: front

Seatbelts

Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Width: 9.5

Wheels - Front Size if Different

Width: 8.5 inch

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive