Used 1994 BMW 5 Series
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1994 BMW 5 Series Overview
5 Series Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation BMW 5 Series (1989-1995) a 4.7 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 95% recommend it. These figures are based on 199 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1994 BMW 5 Series
"The Best Used Car on the Market"
"If you are fortunate enough to find a well maintained 535i, get it!! I bought a 1990 with only 130k miles and it has been great! The only problem we've had in 15k miles is the crank sensor working itself loose. Other than that, we've done routine maintenance and upgraded the wheels/tires to 16". We get a lot of compliments; most people can't believe it is a 1990. The original BMW paint lasts a long time. When choosing a used car over 100k miles, I would choose this one first."
"IF YOU NEED A RELIABLE CAR!"
"This car is my high school sweetheart. This was the first car I bought when I first started driving in high school. Its been 6 years later and shes still the best! The frame is all steel so I feel really safe in it. Great on gas. All I suggest is maintain it and it will take care of you. I do my own oil and filter change with full synthetic oil every 3-4 months (Will make the engine last longer), brake pads, ect. One problem with these model I heard is the coolant/ radiator. Mine went bad so I replaced it and now its even better!"
"Great Story"
"I have a great story about this car. I was not supposed to own it, but the guy I bought it from tried to sell me a lemon car out of his lot. I looked at and put a deposit on a older model Mercedes. When I got it in for the first time, it would not start. I told him I wanted my money back, but he would not return my deposit. I argued with him for so long, that he finally said, I have another car you can have and as it turns out, it was a forest green, 1993 BMW 525i. It had 222,000. Now its ready to turn over a half a million miles. That should be all you need to know. I love this car, it has been amazing and its still with me."
Overall 1994 BMW 5 Series Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1994 BMW 5 Series is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1994 BMW 5 Series quality a 4.8 out of 5.
1994 BMW 5 Series Reliability
The 1994 BMW 5 Series receives an average consumer rating of 4.7 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1994 5 Series Features
According to drivers of the 1994 5 Series, here are some of its best features:
- GREAT CAR!
- Solid, feels like a tank, drives great
- Smooth ride, good on gas, GREAT price
- V8 V8 6-Speed
- Fun to drive, comfortable, spacious
1994 BMW 5 Series MPG by Trim
1994 5 Series 530i Sedan 4D - city 15 MPG - hwy 24 MPG
1994 5 Series 525i Sedan 4D - city 16 MPG - hwy 23 MPG
1994 5 Series 530i Touring Wagon 4D - city 15 MPG - hwy 24 MPG
1994 5 Series 525i Touring Wagon 4D - city 16 MPG - hwy 23 MPG
1994 5 Series 540i Sedan 4D - city 15 MPG - hwy 21 MPG
1994 5 Series Safety
1994 BMW 5 Series Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Traction Control
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3693 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Total Interior | 91.3 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 36.9 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.6 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.0 inches | ||
Overall Length | 185.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 54.3 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 13.0 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 36.1 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 108.7 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 68.9 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors |
Fuel Economy
City | 15 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 24 mpg | ||
Combined | 18 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic |
Performance
Horsepower | 215 @ 5800 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 214 @ 4500 rpm | ||
Engine | V8, 3.0 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 8.8 seconds | ||
Top Speed | 143 mph |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 6 years / Unlimited miles |
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Technology
1994 BMW 5 Series Safety
Safety Features & Technology
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 1994 BMW 5 Series |  New 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class |  New 2025 Audi RS 3 |  New 2026 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG S-Class | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.7 | 3.0 | 5.0 | 3.6 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 15/Hwy 24/Comb 18 MPG | City 25/Hwy 33/Comb 28 MPG | City 20/Hwy 29/Comb 23 MPG | N/A | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Hybrid | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 215 @ 5800 RPM | 255 @ 5800 RPM | 401 @ 6500 RPM | 791 @ 5500 RPM | |
| Engine | V8, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, MHEV, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 5-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter | V8, Hybrid, Twin Turbo, 4.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
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