BMW M5 (1998 - E39) Nov 2024 - Classic Car Review
If you've never driven the E39 BMW M5, grab a chance now. It's sublime.
by Neil Briscoe

BMW M5 Touring (1993 - E34) Nov 2024 - Classic Car Review
An opportunity to try a classic E34 BMW M5 Touring doesn't come along every day...
by Neil Briscoe

BMW M5 Touring (2025) Nov 2024 - International First Drive Review
The new BMW M5 is proving controversial with its weight and hybrid power. Does a Touring version soothe the ruffled feathers of M-fans?
by Neil Briscoe

BMW M5 PHEV (2025) Oct 2024 - International First Drive Review
With plug-in hybrid power, the new BMW M5 is heavy and complex. Can it still be the hot saloon of choice?
by Neil Briscoe

BMW M5 PHEV (2024 prototype) Jun 2024 - Prototype Review
The next BMW M5 is a plug-in hybrid. Does that add or take from the legendary sports saloon?
by Shane O' Donoghue

BMW 520i M Sport Pro (2024) May 2024 - Irish Review
Now that the 520d is no more in Ireland, should buyers consider the petrol-fuelled BMW 520i instead?
by Shane O' Donoghue

BMW i5 eDrive40 Touring (2024) May 2024 - International First Drive Review
Want a practical electric car that’s not an SUV? Thankfully, BMW can provide just that, with the new i5 Touring.
by Neil Briscoe

BMW i5 M60 xDrive Touring (2024) May 2024 - International First Drive Review
Fans of fast executive estates looking to go electric will welcome the new BMW i5 M60 Touring with open arms.
by Neil Briscoe

BMW 550e xDrive (2024) May 2024 - International First Drive Review
Is it worth upgrading to the high-performance hybrid version of the BMW 5 Series saloon, the 550e?
by James Fossdyke

BMW 530e (2024) Mar 2024 - International First Drive Review
Will both petrol and plug-in power make the 530e PHEV the perfect version of the 5 Series for most?
by James Fossdyke

BMW i5 eDrive40 (2024) Oct 2023 - International First Drive Review
The new BMW 5 Series makes its debut in electric i5 form, so is it top of the executive tree?
by James Fossdyke

BMW i5 M60 xDrive (2024) Oct 2023 - International First Drive Review
We're fans of the new BMW i5, so what does the high-performance M60 model bring to the table?
by James Fossdyke

BMW 545e plug-in hybrid (2021) Nov 2021 - Irish Review
BMW mixes six-cylinder power with plug-in hybrid frugality, but is it an engine too far?
by Neil Briscoe

BMW M5 CS (2021) Jun 2021 - International First Drive Review
The first ever CS-badged BMW M5 is a cracker, living up to the badge with an astounding driving experience and specification.
by Shane O' Donoghue

BMW 530e plug-in hybrid (2020) Dec 2020 - Irish Review
BMW refreshes the 5 Series, and this 530e plug-in hybrid could well become the most popular model.
by Neil Briscoe

BMW 545e plug-in hybrid (2021) Aug 2020 - International First Drive Review
The BMW 545e combines the signature straight-six with an electrified all-wheel-drive powertrain.
by Dave Humphreys

BMW 530e iPerformance hybrid Oct 2018 - Irish Review
Is BMW’s 530e plug-in hybrid the future of motoring? Or has its time already passed?
by Neil Briscoe

BMW M5 Aug 2018 - Irish Review
The BMW M5 now adds all-wheel drive to its performance repertoire, but is 600hp too much for Irish roads?
by Dave Humphreys

BMW M5 Competition Aug 2018 - International First Drive Review
The second BMW with a Competition badge is the M5 - but is it worth the premium?
by Matt Robinson

BMW M5 Dec 2017 - International First Drive Review
We've driven the showroom-ready 2018 BMW M5 and can confirm that its AWD system enhances its appeal.
by Shane O' Donoghue

BMW 530d M Sport Touring Aug 2017 - Irish Review
BMW's 5 Series estate was once dubbed the best car in the real world. Can the new model stand up to that kind of pressure?
by Neil Briscoe

BMW M5 4WD prototype May 2017 - Prototype Review
We test drive a prototype of the 2018 BMW M5 to check out its radical new four-wheel-drive system.
by Shane O' Donoghue

BMW 530d M Sport Touring May 2017 - International First Drive Review
Fancy a diesel BMW 5 Series estate with a bit more oomph? That'll be the sublime 530d, so.
by Kyle Fortune

BMW 520d Touring May 2017 - International First Drive Review
The brand new BMW 5 Series Touring estate is practically all the car you'll ever need.
by Kyle Fortune

BMW 520d M Sport May 2017 - Irish Review
We’ve driven the all-new 5 Series on Irish roads, and it looks set to be a resounding success for BMW.
by Maurice Malone

BMW 530e iPerformance hybrid Apr 2017 - International First Drive Review
The new 530e brings electric power to the 5 Series, but will it pull buyers away from diesel?
by Neil Briscoe

BMW M550i xDrive Apr 2017 - International First Drive Review
BMW M550i has fantastic soundtrack, balance, and speed. Sadly, it's not coming here.
by Neil Briscoe

BMW 520d M Sport Feb 2017 - International First Drive Review
Does BMW's big-selling executive 5 Series still feel special as the tax-focused 520d?
by Matt Robinson

BMW 540i M Sport Nov 2016 - International First Drive Review
Fancy a six-cylinder petrol engine in your 2017 BMW 5 Series? Then you'll like the new 540i model.
by Shane O' Donoghue

BMW 530d xDrive Nov 2016 - International First Drive Review
We've tested the 2017 BMW 5 Series ahead of its arrival in Ireland in 2017 - and it shows a lot of promise.
by Shane O' Donoghue

BMW 5 Series (pre-production) Sep 2016 - Prototype Review
We've driven not one, but three different versions of the 2017 BMW 5 Series that has yet to be unveiled.
by Shane O' Donoghue

BMW 5 Series GT FCEV prototype Jul 2015 - Prototype Review
The ultimate range-extender hybrid, this BMW hydrogen FCEV is truly zero emissions.
by Matt Robinson

BMW Power eDrive prototype Dec 2014 - Passenger Ride
Dual-electric motor plug-in system previews a high performance future for BMW hybrids.
by Dave Humphreys

BMW 518d Sep 2014 - International First Drive Review
All-new engine for the entry-level BMW 5 Series diesel line-up impresses on more than just economy.
by Kyle Fortune

BMW 518d Jan 2014 - Irish Review
Here's BMW's new entry-level 5 Series diesel engine paired with the high-spec Luxury trim. Does it work?
by Dave Humphreys

BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo Jul 2013 - International First Drive Review
BMW brings some much-needed updates to the 5 Series Gran Turismo model.
by Dave Humphreys

BMW 5 Series Jul 2013 - International First Drive Review
BMW takes the most successful 5 Series to date and gives it a slightly sharper look.
by Dave Humphreys

BMW M5 May 2012 - Irish Review
The BMW M5 has arrived on Irish shores - surely not the best testing ground for a 560hp saloon...
by Shane O' Donoghue

BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Feb 2012 - International First Drive Review
Would you have your BMW 5 Series in hybrid or diesel flavour? Choices, choices...
by Graeme Lambert

BMW 520d EfficientDynamics Dec 2011 - Irish Review
A luxury saloon with lower running costs than most small cars? That'll be the BMW 520d EfficientDynamics.
by Shane O' Donoghue

BMW M5 Sep 2011 - International First Drive Review
BMW's fifth-gen M5 boasts 560hp and a whole lot more besides. We've driven it.
by Shane O' Donoghue

BMW Autonomous 5 Series prototype Aug 2011 - Prototype Review
We 'drive' BMW's autonomous 5 Series prototype on the public road.
by Jack Carfrae

BMW 5 Series Touring Mar 2011 - Irish Review
The BMW 5 Series Touring is one of the best cars in the world, but we wouldn't have it in M Sport specification.
by Paddy Comyn

BMW 5 Series Touring Jun 2010 - International First Drive Review
BMW's new 5 Series Touring arrives in September and makes you wonder: do you would need an SUV?
by Paddy Comyn

BMW 5 Series vs. Mercedes E-Class hybrid comparison Nov 2020
The 530e and E 300 de are two different routes into executive plug-in hybrid ownership.
by Shane O' Donoghue

BMW 5 Series F10 (2010-2017) used car buying guide Our detailed guide to buying a used F10 BMW 5 Series.

Owner review: 2021 BMW 545e plug-in hybrid Anthony in Kildare made the switch to a plug-in hybrid BMW 545e in 2021 and couldn't be happier with his move away from diesel.