BMW 5 Series Saloon 2010-2016 (F10) review - Mat Watson
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1) run-flat tires really kill this car even with the suspension option. When Matt says that the car drives really comfortably idk if he-s comparing it to a Mclaren but the ride quality is honestly more sporty than comfortable. You can definitely feel all the bumps in the road.
2) I-ve owned Toyota-s and much cheaper cars before I bought my 5 series and there-s honestly no difference in interior noise. The BMW is not a quiet car to drive in. In fact my Lexus RX 2015 is much quieter to drive in than the 5 series.
2) Yes, the car is definitely a sporty drive and if you put it in sport mode you really can feel a difference but the steering feel is not really direct at all. There seems to be some massive dead-zones and heavy feel of the steering wheel in sports mode that doesn-t really make you feel connected to the road.
3) the interior cubbies and storage areas are non-existent in this car. Literally i don-t have a decent place to put my phone other than putting it in the side cubby on the door (which will fit sunglasses at best) or put it away in the side hidden compartment on the driver side.
4) reliability, after 4 years of ownership I haven-t had any major issues with the car at all which is definitely a plus. I did hear of some common issues that you might encounter (mainly engine) but I haven-t yet.
5) if you get the 550i, know that it-s jerky at low speeds. The 550i model has just so much power and it just doesn-t do well when you-re driving around in the parking lot and out of the neighborhood.
5) the iDrive entertainment is literally trash lol. Idk why Matt loves this system but it-s literally the biggest pain to get through. I literally need to spend 4 minutes every morning just to connect my phone to the car via Bluetooth just because it-s hidden behind so many settings and most of the times it never auto connects. Regarding the navigation, there-s not a place where I can store my home address so I could find it within a few clicks. The only thing provided is address through contacts or previous destinations.
6) trunk space is actually decent. I-ve surprisingly made quite a few ikea runs with my BMW without a problem. Just make sure the model you-re buying has fold down rear seats.
7) the driver assistance systems are high key useless and a gimmick. The blind spot monitor doesn-t work half the time and for comparison the Lexus blind spot is a wonder compared to this. For example, the blind spot monitor only goes off when the car next to you is literally way too close to you. The lane keep assist is nice but it-s not active lane keep (only works at speeds 40 MPH+) and many times it doesn-t register the lane markings. The active collision or whatever it-s called never went off when I was legit close to a collision but always goes off randomly when I-m just driving normally. (Not tailgating and I checked with BMW service and they said it-s all working normally.
8) if you want to buy, find a car spec with heads up display. This is definitely a BMW redeeming feature and it-s absolutely amazing. Also find one with the upgraded executive seats and not the entry trim seats, upgraded seats are much more comfortable. Lastly, BUY THE X-drive model. Where I live is wet, and with rear wheel drive this car literally is a nightmare with traction.
9) visibility at the front is ok since you-re sitting a bit low. It-s actually decent on your blind spots and the rear pillars don-t get too much into your way.
Overall, in the US a used 2015-2016 BMW 5 is a great bargain and you-d benefit from buying one. You can probably also bling out and look -successful- as most people literally cannot tell the difference between the f10 and g30 generations.
Hope this helps: ) reply with questions and hopefully I can answer them
Date: 2022-04-11
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Comments and reviews: 9
sypharorigin
I'm about to buy a 2012 M5 in very good condition and low mileage, but I'd love to hear anything from anyone with a bit more experience with this specific model M5 especially what to watch out for. I've heard that you should change out the backwheel tires twice a year, but is that really necessary to change that often?
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I'm about to buy a 2012 M5 in very good condition and low mileage, but I'd love to hear anything from anyone with a bit more experience with this specific model M5 especially what to watch out for. I've heard that you should change out the backwheel tires twice a year, but is that really necessary to change that often?
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BaldBoy-
Well done matt for putting your foot on the bonnet the 5 series is a piece of shit car plagued with so many issues. Door corrosion, 70 to 80mph vibration, water leak in rear footwell, egr recalls etc etc and all you BMW fanboys about to get butt hurt from my comment go and google the issues before comin at me!
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Well done matt for putting your foot on the bonnet the 5 series is a piece of shit car plagued with so many issues. Door corrosion, 70 to 80mph vibration, water leak in rear footwell, egr recalls etc etc and all you BMW fanboys about to get butt hurt from my comment go and google the issues before comin at me!
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Armin
Guys I am having a vibration issue with this car when going faster than 65mph, tends to get worse as you go faster. I've had the car balanced 3 times and aligned at Kwik fit. I've seen lots of people have this problem with the f10 5 series on the forums. Anyone have and idea what it could be?
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Guys I am having a vibration issue with this car when going faster than 65mph, tends to get worse as you go faster. I've had the car balanced 3 times and aligned at Kwik fit. I've seen lots of people have this problem with the f10 5 series on the forums. Anyone have and idea what it could be?
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Marcel
Where is the wood trim? Don't you guys have wood trim in Europe? I think it is a more gorgeous finish than the fake aluminum. As for the 65 mpg (UK, don't fall for that kind of bs, it will not append in the real world. 30 to 40 at best. Nice review though, thank you mate. Cheers from Canada.
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Where is the wood trim? Don't you guys have wood trim in Europe? I think it is a more gorgeous finish than the fake aluminum. As for the 65 mpg (UK, don't fall for that kind of bs, it will not append in the real world. 30 to 40 at best. Nice review though, thank you mate. Cheers from Canada.
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Filip
Just came back to watch this cuz i owned one and one thing doesn't quit sit right with me. HOW! Or why do you think that the interior isn't better looking than the e class from this generation? Like srsly i want to know, cuz the interior on the e class did not age well at all.
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Just came back to watch this cuz i owned one and one thing doesn't quit sit right with me. HOW! Or why do you think that the interior isn't better looking than the e class from this generation? Like srsly i want to know, cuz the interior on the e class did not age well at all.
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Saravanan
I have been watching your videos since CarBuyer and now CarWow. First review i would choose regardless many others. Liked the way you does reviews. But, stepping on the BMW Badge, i believe you have made a lot of BMW fans sad and angry. BMW user and lover from Malaysia.
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I have been watching your videos since CarBuyer and now CarWow. First review i would choose regardless many others. Liked the way you does reviews. But, stepping on the BMW Badge, i believe you have made a lot of BMW fans sad and angry. BMW user and lover from Malaysia.
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Ross
I've driving a 181 back to back with a 162 so f10 to new model, I can tell you now the interior does feel very cheap. A skoda superb or VW golf has better quality interior. Dissapointing -i would rather wait another 2 or 3 years for the new model to come down in price
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I've driving a 181 back to back with a 162 so f10 to new model, I can tell you now the interior does feel very cheap. A skoda superb or VW golf has better quality interior. Dissapointing -i would rather wait another 2 or 3 years for the new model to come down in price
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Vishwa
Talking about the cheap pieces of plastic/rubber - the inside door handle on the driver side door is the worst piece I've seen on any car. It starts to melt after a few years. If the car spends more time in the sun then it turns into a gooey sticky lump of rubber
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Talking about the cheap pieces of plastic/rubber - the inside door handle on the driver side door is the worst piece I've seen on any car. It starts to melt after a few years. If the car spends more time in the sun then it turns into a gooey sticky lump of rubber
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Jacob
My dad has one of these. I find it rather cramped. If I have the passenger seat adjusted to seat me comfortably, the chair is so low to the ground and far back that no one could sit behind me
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My dad has one of these. I find it rather cramped. If I have the passenger seat adjusted to seat me comfortably, the chair is so low to the ground and far back that no one could sit behind me
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