Compare every BMW 5 Series variant sold new in Australia. 2 variants, from $114,900 to $134,900 RRP. Side-by-side specs, ANCAP safety, fuel economy, towing capacity, warranty and running costs, pricing sourced from the BMW Australian website and updated weekly. This page also covers 49 previous-generation variants (sold new until 2023), kept for used-buyer research. Their prices are what those cars cost when new, not current offers.
Data checked: specs 4 Sep 2026, price 24 Jun 2026
2 variants of the BMW 5 Series are on sale in Australia. Tap to compare them side-by-side, then tap any variant for its full specs.
The 2026 BMW 5 Series 520i is a premium rear-wheel-drive sedan that suits executives and professionals seeking refined comfort with practical efficiency, delivering 140kW from its 2.0-litre petrol engine and achieving a respectable 6.8L/100km consumption. Its standout strength lies in the combination of 520-litre boot space, 2000kg towing capacity, and 5-star ANCAP safety rating (tested 2023), making it genuinely versatile for work and family duties alongside executive appeal.
Configure the 520i SedanThe 2026 BMW 540d xDrive is a premium diesel sedan that suits Australian buyers seeking a refined, efficient executive car with genuine towing capability-its 2000kg capacity and claimed 6L/100km consumption deliver practical economy for long-distance driving. The standout strength is its combination of 223kW and substantial 670Nm torque from the 3.0-litre diesel, providing effortless highway cruising and strong pulling power without the fuel consumption of petrol alternatives.
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