Kelley Blue Book


HomeBMWBMW 5 Series
2004 BMW 5 Series

Used 2004 BMW 5 Series

Expert (N/A)
4.6
rating
Consumer
Write a Review
Save this car
2004 BMW 5 Series Exterior: 0
2004 BMW 5 Series Lifestyle: 1
Lifestyle (6)
2004 BMW 5 Series Provided by BMW: 0
Provided by BMW (5)
2004 BMW 5 Series Exterior: 0

View All Media

2026
2004
Fuel Economy
19 - 22 combined mpg
Horsepower
184 - 325 hp
Engine
3 engines available
Engine Options
  • 6-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
  • 6-Cyl, 3.0 Liter
  • V8, 4.4 Liter
Cargo Volume
14 cu ft
Next Steps: Shopping for this car?
See Cars for Sale

2004 BMW 5 Series Overview

2004 BMW 5 Series Pricing

2004 BMW 5 Series pricing starts at $3,841 for the 5 Series 525i Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $43,670 when new. The range-topping 2004 5 Series 545i Sedan 4D starts at $4,555 today, originally priced from $54,995.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
525i Sedan 4D
$43,670
$3,841
$48,670
$4,467
$54,995
$4,555

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2004 BMW 5 Series models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

5 Series Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation BMW 5 Series (2004-2010) a 4.6 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 88% recommend it. These figures are based on 632 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2004 BMW 5 Series

"550i Big Engine = BIGGER Smiles"

"Germans historically speaking have build outstanding Rockets and Autos...and in the case of the 550i with the Sports Package they have done BOTH!! They matched the V-8 turbine like engine to a technically advanced suspension and massive brakes to produce a near perfect automobile. Complaints about cup holder placement is just silly, and if one really needs high miles per gallon or low cost service/maintenence then Honda makes a better choice for you. If on the other hand you want to LOVE what you drive for pure driving sake...the 550i is BEST!"

"Big and Fast"

"I love BMWs. I own several 3 series cars and have owned 5 series in the past. Since I work on them myself; I was not intimidated by high mileage cars with problems. This car was a drop dead bargain considering the original sticker price. Just over 100k miles with a few issues; but CHEAP. Incredible performance. (6-speed. Does over 80mph in 2nd gear.) Decent mileage too considering. These big Bimmers can be difficult to fix if you don't have access to BMW software and alot of time and patience. I find them a rewarding challenge; but if you are paying a technician repairs can be very costly. My advice is to buy one that has been carefully maintained. Lovely to drive and gorgeous appearance. BMWs lead the pack in design and engineering."

"Best vehicle made! Great daily driver."

"Have owned this vehicle for 3 years and 40,000 miles. Dealer serviced (a bit expensive) but maintained to the highest standard. It rides well, very comfortable, not fast but quick enough, gets 30mpg on the highway with cruise set at 75. Unflapable handling and excellent feel of the road through the steering. Has bluetooth phone, navigation, sirius satelite radio, heated seats and stering wheel and 4 wheel drive to boot. Even with 85,000mi on the odometer, it drives like a new vehicle no shakes or ratttles, no wind noise and has never missed a day of service. I would highly recommend this to anyone who loves driving."

Overall 2004 BMW 5 Series Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2004 BMW 5 Series is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2004 BMW 5 Series quality a 4.7 out of 5.

2004 BMW 5 Series Reliability

The 2004 BMW 5 Series receives an average consumer rating of 4.6 overall and a 4.6 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2004 5 Series Features

According to drivers of the 2004 5 Series, here are some of its best features:

  • Thrilling performance, sophisticated ride.
  • Gorgeous design. Top notch engineering.
  • The ultimate driving machine
  • Great to drive and the ride.
  • Excellent performance, handling & steering feel

2004 BMW 5 Series MPG by Trim

2004 5 Series 525i Sedan 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 28 MPG

2004 5 Series 530i Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

2004 5 Series 545i Sedan 4D - city 16 MPG - hwy 24 MPG

2004 5 Series Safety

2004 BMW 5 Series Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Stability Control
  • Traction Control
  • Emergency & Security Services
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors
More About How We Rate Vehicles
Advertisement

2004 BMW 5 Series
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.6
Consumer Rating
Based on 632 Consumer Reviews
Write a Review
88%Recommend this vehicle
5
75%
5
75%
4
15%
4
15%
3
4%
3
4%
2
4%
2
4%
1
2%
1
2%
Value
4.5
Performance
4.8
Quality
4.7
Comfort
4.7
Reliability
4.6
Styling
4.7

Trending Topics in KBB.com Consumer Reviews

Advertisement

2004 BMW 5 Series Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
525i Sedan 4D
$3,841
22 MPG
184 @ 6000 RPM
6-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
14 cu ft
175 lb-ft
3428 lbs
530i Sedan 4D
$4,467
21 MPG
225 @ 5900 RPM
6-Cyl, 3.0 Liter
14 cu ft
214 lb-ft
3472 lbs
545i Sedan 4D
$4,555
19 MPG
325 @ 6100 RPM
V8, 4.4 Liter
14 cu ft
330 lb-ft
3814 lbs
See Full Specs for All 2004 BMW 5 Series Styles
Advertisement

2004 BMW 5 Series Depreciation

A 2004 BMW 5 Series has depreciated $591 or 15% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $3,203 and trade-in value of $1,477.

Login or create a new account to see your vehicle depreciation forecast data.

Historical
historical solid line
Forecast
forecast dash line
2004 BMW 5 Series
Compare up to 3 vehicles by logging in.

2004 BMW 5 Series Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
$68
$3,794
$2,400
2023
$344
$3,450
$1,759
2024
$207
$3,243
$1,522
Now
$40
$3,203
$1,477
Lock Icon

Unlock Forecast

2-Year Forecasted Depreciation

*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

2004 BMW 5 Series Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


Is this information helpful?
Learn More About 2004 BMW 5 Series Depreciation

Already Own This Car?

See Cars for Sale

Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3428 lbs.
Fuel Capacity
18.5 gallons
Front Head Room
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room
41.5 inches
Max Seating Capacity
5
Overall Length
190.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room
57.3 inches
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
14.0 cu.ft.
Wheel Base
113.7 inches
Width with mirrors
72.7 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
HID Headlights
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
19 mpg
Highway
28 mpg
Combined
22 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
184 @ 6000 RPM
Torque
175 @ 3500 rpm
Engine
6-Cyl, 2.5 Liter

Warranty

Basic
4 years / 50000 miles
Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / Unlimited miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • Satellite Radio
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

2004 BMW 5 Series Safety

2004 BMW 5 Series Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Stability Control
  • Traction Control
  • Emergency & Security Services
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors

Compare to Similar Vehicles

Used 2004
BMW 5 Series
Used 2010
Hyundai Sonata
Used 2005
Chevrolet Cavalier
Used 2005
Lincoln LS
See Details
Price
$3,841
$4,172
$2,727
$3,121
Consumer Rating
4.6
4.6
4.2
4.0
Fuel Economy
City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG
City 22/Hwy 32/Comb 25 MPG
City 21/Hwy 31/Comb 25 MPG
City 17/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity5555
Basic Warranty
4 years or 50000 miles
5 years or 60000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
4 years or 50000 miles
Horsepower
184 @ 6000 RPM
175 @ 6000 RPM
140 @ 5600 RPM
232 @ 6750 RPM
Engine
6-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter
V6, 3.0 Liter
Drivetrain
RWD
FWD
FWD
RWD

2004 BMW 5 Series Rankings

More BMW 5 Series News & Information

General
The Kia EV9 Is the 2024 World Car of the Year

The Kia EV9, an all-electric 3-row SUV with a uniquely angular look, is the 2024 World Car of the Year.…

Sean Tucker March 27, 2024
Luxury Car
2024 BMW 5 Series Gets Electric Options, Sharpened Look, In-Car Gaming

The ancient Greek philosopher Plato found it useful to say that there was a world alongside ours. In what he…

Sean Tucker May 24, 2023
General
More Luxury Car Shoppers Look at BMW Than Other Brands

BMW has maintained its slim lead over the luxury automaker field in Kelley Blue Book’s latest Brand Watch Report. The…

Sean Tucker May 18, 2023

FAQs

Is 2004 a good year for a BMW 5 Series?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.6 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2004 5 Series is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the BMW 5 Series 2004 a good Sedan?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.6 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2004 5 Series is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 2004 BMW 5 Series?

The 2004 BMW 5 Series gets 19 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.

Also from BMW

  • 2004 BMW 3 Series
  • 2004 BMW 5 Series
  • 2004 BMW 6 Series
  • 2004 BMW 7 Series
  • 2004 BMW M3
  • 2004 BMW X3
  • 2004 BMW X5
  • 2004 BMW Z4
Advertisement