BMW 5 Series price in Kenya, Specs, Review

When in the market for a Luxury Sedan, European brands will most likely be on top of your list, however, you can narrow it down to German, then choose BMW and then go for the BMW 5 series. But before you do that, first go through the features of these sedans below and look at the different prices of BMW 5 series models in Kenya as we will list them below.

Introduction to the BMW 5 Series

This series of luxury vehicles are manufactured by Bayerische Motoren Werke AG(BMW) and competes with other executive Sedans such as the Audi A6 and the Mercedes E class. The BMW 5 series has been in the market since 1972 and can be placed in between the full luxury BMW 7 series and the entry-level the sedan BMW 3 series.

While there are different body shapes from the 5 Series we will cover the Sedan version in this article.

BMW 5 Series price in Kenya

The price of the car will vary based on its condition, the seller, the model and even the trim level. Still, we can be able to give a range of the price in the market, that is what we are going to do below.

If the above models are above your budget, you might consider going for a locally used one. Just ensure the one you pick is well maintained to avoid losing cash and buying problems. Below are the prices of the locally used BMW 5 Series models.

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BMW 5 Series Specifications

Just like you would expect in a luxury sedan, you get a lot of top-notch features from the 5 series. From the exterior, and interior to the engine. We are going to look at all this below.

There are different models and trim levels in the 5 series, the higher trim levels come with more features and of course, their price is also high. These trims include the SE, M Sport and M550i.

1. BMW 5 Series Exterior

The general look of the design portrays class, the wheelbase is long and the body has curvy lines that add to that premium look.

Here are the exterior specs of the BMW 5 Series:

• The cars come with 4 doors(two front and two rear )
• The ground clearance is around 5.7 inches which are way below the recommended 6.5 inches on our roads
• At the front are the two BMW grills and the logo on the hood
• The fog lights add to the aggressive look of the vehicle
• The vehicle has 17 inches to 20 inches alloy wheels depending on the trims
• The car has LED headlights and daytime running lights
• Power tailgate that opens by foot gesture under the boot
• Twin exhaust system
• Parking sensors
• Lastly, there are different colors to choose from

2. BMW 5 Series Interior

Most luxury cars aren’t defined by what is on the outside, instead, it is what you get when you step inside the vehicle. For the 5 series, once you are inside, you just desire for the journey to be longer so as to enjoy the comfort and premium ride for a long time.

Below is what you get on the inside:

• The car comes with 5 seats(two front and three on the second row)
• The legroom is okay and the headroom is great. The middle seat however is not comfortable because of the transmission tunnel
• The interior is made of Nappa leather(soft leather)
• Memory seats will help you have different settings for different drivers. You can also get leather heated seats as an option
• In the cabin, you will find different storage spaces, this includes the cupholders, center box, door bins, glovebox and seat jacket pockets
• The middle back seat can be converted into an armrest that has cupholders and a storage compartment
• With 520 liters of boot space, you will carry luggage that can not fit on some hot hatchbacks like the BMW 1 Series and the Mercedes A-class. The rare seats can be folded to give an even larger carrying capacity
• You also get storage space below the boot space and additional compartments in the boot
• There are also USB and Sockets on both rows for charging your devices
• The iDrive infotainment system is simple to use and can be controlled through the swivel wheel or touch screen
• A digital drivers display is another additional feature
• Recent models come with a voice command recognition system
• 3-zone climate control
• There are child seat anchors on the backseats
• Electric controlled steering wheel
• Other features include start-stop assist, different driving modes, a regenerative system, paddle shifts and a park assist feature

3. BMW 5 Series Engine specs

There are different engine options. There are also 3 driving modes, eco, comfort and sport. If you want to have fun when driving, use the sport mode, to save on fuel, use eco and the comfort for that comfortable ride.

Here is a list of engine specs for the BMW 5 Series:

• The engine capacities available include 2.0L turbocharged petrol, 2.0L turbocharged diesel, 2.0L hybrid, 2.5L, 3.0L hybrid, 3.0L turbocharged diesel and 4.4L turbocharged diesel
• You can choose between petrol, diesel and hybrid
• The power given by the engine ranges from 184hp to 530hp
• Most of the models have the 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox
• Most of the 5 series cars have a Rare Wheel Drive while you will find a few All Wheel Drive
• Fuel consumption will vary largely depending on the engine you go for, hybrid engines will consume less. The consumption ranges from around 9km/l to 15km/l. This also depends on your driving style
• Lastly, the car has a tank capacity of up to 70 Liters

The Sedan gives you a comfy ride and quiet cabin, even in noisy traffic jams, you will enjoy your peace in the vehicle. It handles very well and accelerates really fast, to get the driving thrilling, put the car in sport mode. The vehicle also has a good fuel economy.

For anyone who wants a luxury vehicle that is fun to drive, then the BMW 5 series is a good choice. The car however comes at a high price and maintenance cost is high.