Car Buyer's Guide

Overview

The G60 BMW 5 Series is an executive sedan launched in 2024, aimed at buyers wanting a five-seat, rear-wheel-drive BMW saloon with petrol-hybrid power. Prices start at RM340,800 for the 520i and rise to RM407,800 for the 530i M Sport. Its entry price sits close to the Volvo ES90’s RM339,888 starting point and below the Mercedes-Benz E-Class from RM367,888.

5 Series in 2026 — what's new

The G60 5 Series carries into 2026 unchanged, with no 2026-specific model update announced. The Malaysian line-up remains the 520i, 520i M Sport and 530i M Sport, all using 1,998 cc petrol-hybrid/REV power, rear-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. BMW has announced a global starter-motor recall affecting about 575,000 vehicles across several model lines, including 5 Series models, so owners should confirm their individual car’s status.

Which variant to buy

Most buyers should start with the RM340,800 520i: it shares the 1,998 cc, 208 hp petrol-hybrid/REV, rear-wheel-drive automatic layout and five-seat cabin quoted for the 520i M Sport. The RM24,000 step to the RM364,800 M Sport is for M Sport trim, so check the equipment list before paying it. Choose the RM407,800 530i M Sport only if its 255 hp output matters; the RM43,000 gap from the 520i buys 47 hp plus M Sport trim on paper.

Verdict

The G60 offers a straightforward three-variant petrol-hybrid/REV executive-sedan range, with rear-wheel drive and automatic transmission throughout. The 520i enters below the E-Class, though the Volvo ES90 starts RM912 lower. The G60’s electric i5 counterpart shows that the 5 Series character survives the move to electric power, but the petrol range’s equipment detail needs checking before committing to an M Sport badge.

BMW 5 Series dimensions

BMW 5 Series 5,060 × 1,900 × 1,515 mm · wheelbase 2,900 mm
1,5155,060 mmWheelbase 2,900 mm

Representative body-type outline, drawn to scale from the car's length and height.

Variants (3)

RM340,800–RM407,800 · est. from RM3,480/mo

Previous model years (4)

Shopping the previous generation? 5 Series G30 LCI (2021–2024) →

Colours

across the range — availability varies by variant

  • Black Sapphire Metallic Metallic
  • Cape York Green Metallic Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic Metallic
  • Oxide Grey Metallic Metallic
  • Brooklyn Grey Metallic Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic

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BMW 5 Series sales in Malaysia

578 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #83 best-selling model this year. 64 were registered in Sep 2026, the latest month on record.

Oct 2025: 118 Nov 2025: 91 Dec 2025: 137 137 Jan 2026: 104 Feb 2026: 77 Mar 2026: 90 Apr 2026: 61 May 2026: 36 Jun 2026: 50 Jul 2026: 58 Aug 2026: 38 Sep 2026: 64 Oct 2025 Sep 2026 Full 5 Series sales data, month by month →

BMW 5 Series resale value

What a used 5 Series holds of its price, by registration year: the trade-guide value insurers and dealers reference, and the price the market typically asks.

A three-year-old 5 Series holds about 59% of its original value — broadly in line with the market average of 61%. The slower the line falls, the better it holds its value.
0% 50% 100% 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Age (years)
BMW 5 Series Market average
Year Trade guide Typical asking Dealer sold Holds
2026 RM364,800 — — 100%
2025 RM283,800 RM286,300 (6) — 79%
2024 RM244,050 — — 68%
2023 RM191,800 RM223,000 (5) — 59%
2022 RM181,650 RM175,888 (15) — 47%
2021 RM128,000 RM138,800 (20) — 42%
2020 RM105,200 RM129,888 (13) — 39%
2019 RM88,550 RM107,344 (46) RM125,800 32%
2018 RM76,450 RM72,800 (65) RM80,100 21%
2017 RM69,200 RM78,900 (46) — 21%

Trade-guide and market listing data, West Malaysia. Actual prices vary with condition, mileage and variant; "holds" compares against that year's new price.

Generations

Rivals to consider

same class, similar money

BMW 5 Series FAQ

How much is the BMW 5 Series in Malaysia?

The BMW 5 Series range costs from RM340,800 for the 520i to RM407,800 for the 530i M Sport. The 520i M Sport sits between them at RM364,800.

Which BMW 5 Series variant should I buy?

Buy the 520i unless you specifically want M Sport trim or the 530i M Sport’s 255 hp output. It has the same quoted 208 hp, 1,998 cc rear-wheel-drive automatic mechanical package as the 520i M Sport.

Is the BMW 5 Series available as an electric car?

Yes. The BMW i5 is the fully electric G60 5 Series. The 520i, 520i M Sport and 530i M Sport are instead 1,998 cc petrol-hybrid/REV models.

Is the BMW 5 Series affected by the starter-motor recall?

BMW’s global starter-motor recall covers about 575,000 vehicles and includes 5 Series models. Confirm your car’s VIN with BMW, as the recall information does not establish that every G60 5 Series is affected.

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