2008 BMW 5-Series [ 2009 ]
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Based on analysis of 41 5-Series reviews and test drives.
MSRP: $44,600 - $58,800
Invoice: $41,030 - $54,095
MPG: 17 City / 27 Hwy
2008 BMW 5-Series Sedan: Sedan [ See specs for other models ]
Body Style
4dr CarEngine
- Gas I6 3.0L/183
- 6-Speed M/T (Standard) or 6-Speed A/T (Optional)
- 17 mpg city / 27 mpg hwy
2008 BMW 5-Series Sedan Safety Features and Specifications
Air Bag
| Driver - Front | Standard |
| Passenger - Front | Standard |
| Side - Head only - Front | Standard |
| Side - Head only - Rear | Standard |
| Side - Body Front | Standard |
| Side - Body Rear | Optional |
Brakes
| ABS - 4 Wheel | Standard |
Lights
| Fog Lamps - Front | Standard |
| Headlights - Auto off | Standard |
| Headlights - Auto on | Standard |
| Headlights - Daytime Running lights | Standard |
| Headlights - High Intensity Discharge | Optional |
Misc.
| Traction Control | Standard |
| Parking Aid | Optional |
| Trunk Emergency Release | Standard |
| Engine Immobilizer/Vehicle Ant-Theft System | Optional |
| Locks - Pwr | Standard |
2008 BMW 5-Series Sedan Performance Features and Specifications
Engine
| Displacement | 3.0L/183 |
| Engine Type | Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Standard) |
Fuel
| Fuel Type | Gasoline Fuel (Standard) |
Chassis
| Drivetrain Type | Rear Wheel Drive (Standard) |
| Transmission Type | Auto Transmission w/Manual Override (Optional) , 6-Speed A/T (Optional) , M/T (Standard) , 6-Speed M/T (Standard) |
2008 BMW 5-Series Sedan Interior Features and Specifications
Features
| Air Conditioning - Auto Climate Control | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Leather Wrapped | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Reading Lamps Front | Standard |
| Reading Lamps Rear | Standard |
Audio
| CD Player | Standard |
| MP3 Player | Standard |
| Satellite Radio | Optional |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard |
Seats
| Leather | Standard |
| Heated Driver | Optional |
| Heated Passenger | Optional |
| Memory | Standard |
| Pwr Driver | Standard |
| Pwr Passenger | Standard |
| Front Bucket | Standard |
Technology
| Communications - Onboard Hands Free | Standard |
| Telephone - Hands Free Wireless Connection | Standard |
| Navigation System | Optional |
| Auxiliary Power Outlet | Standard |
Mirrors/Windows
| Defogger Rear Window | Standard |
| Electrochromic Rearview | Optional |
| Vanity - Passenger Illuminated | Standard |
| Vanity - Driver Illuminated | Standard |
2008 BMW 5-Series Sedan Exterior Features and Specifications
General
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3505 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 191.1 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | - TBD - |
| Keyless Entry Remote | Standard |
| Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard |
| Universal Garage Door Opener | Optional |
Roof
| Generic Sun/Moon | Standard |
| Sun-Shield | Standard |
Mirrors
| Heated Driver | Standard |
| Heated Exterior | Standard |
| Passenger | Standard |
| Memory | Standard |
Wheels
| Tires | Tires - Front Performance (Standard) , Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Standard) , Tires - Rear Performance (Standard) |
| Wheels | Aluminum Wheels (Standard) , Chrome Wheels (Standard) |






