2003 BMW 5 Series Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2003 BMW 5 Series lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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5 Series 525i Sedan 4D image
5 Series 525i Sedan 4D
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5 Series 540i Sedan 4D
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5 Series 530i Sedan 4D image
5 Series 530i Sedan 4D
Fair Market Price
$4,030
$4,692
$4,728
Fuel Economy
City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG
City 16/Hwy 22/Comb 18 MPG
City 17/Hwy 25/Comb 20 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Horsepower
184 @ 6000 RPM
290 @ 5400 RPM
225 @ 5900 RPM
Engine
6-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
V8, 4.4 Liter
6-Cyl, 3.0 Liter
Cargo Volume
11.10 cu ft
11.10 cu ft
11.10 cu ft
Cylinders686
Torque
175 lb-ft
324 lb-ft
214 lb-ft
Turning Circle
37.1 feet
37.4 feet
37.1 feet
0 - 60
8.3 seconds
6.2 seconds
7 seconds
Child Seat Anchors
Standard
Standard
Standard
Child Door Locks
Standard
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Standard
Navigation System
Optional
Optional
Optional
Hands Free Phone
Optional
Optional
Optional
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Standard
Torque
175 @ 6000 RPM
324 @ 5400 RPM
214 @ 5900 RPM
0 to 60
8.3 seconds
6.2 seconds
7 seconds
Top Speed
128 mph
128 mph
128 mph
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Standard
Dual Power Front Seats
Standard
Standard
Standard
Power Driver's Seat
Standard
Standard
Standard
Power Windows
Standard
Standard
Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Standard
Alloy Wheels
Standard
Standard
Standard
Rear Spoiler
Optional
Optional
Optional
Drivetrain
RWD
RWD
RWD
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Standard
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Curb Weight
3505 pounds
3803 pounds
3549 pounds
Fuel Capacity
18.5 gallons
18.5 gallons
18.5 gallons
Front Head Room
37.4 inches
37.4 inches
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room
41.7 inches
41.7 inches
41.7 inches
Overall Length
188 inches
188 inches
188 inches
Front Shoulder Room
56.8 inches
56.8 inches
56.8 inches
Turning Diameter
37.1 feet
37.4 feet
37.1 feet
Wheel Base
111.4 inches
111.4 inches
111.4 inches
Width with mirrors
70.9 inches
70.9 inches
70.9 inches

FAQs

Is the 2003 BMW 5 Series a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2003 5 Series ranges in power from the 525i Sedan 4D with 184 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 8.3 seconds to the 540i Sedan 4D with 290 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 6.2 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2003 5 Series specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2003 BMW 5 Series specs page.

How fast is the 2003 BMW 5 Series?

The 2003 5 Series ranges in power from the 525i Sedan 4D with 184 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 8.3 seconds to the 540i Sedan 4D with 290 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 6.2 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2003 5 Series specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2003 BMW 5 Series specs page.

What are the levels of BMW 5 Seriess?

The 2003 BMW 5 Series comes in 3 different trims, ranging from the 525i Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $4,030.00 to the 530i Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $4,728.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2003 5 Series specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2003 BMW 5 Series specs page.

What features does the BMW 5 Series 2003 have?

2003 BMW 5 Series features include AM/FM Radio, Cassette, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 2003 5 Series trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2003 BMW 5 Series specs page.

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