Launched in 2010, the BMW 5 Series Saloon F10 introduced classical proportions, whisper-quiet cabin acoustics and a supple chassis shared with the 7 Series. A supreme high-speed continental cruiser, its ownership experience hinges on disciplined BMW 5 Series maintenance, particularly given the distinct failure profiles of its four and six-cylinder engines.
While the ubiquitous 520d with the four-cylinder N47 engine requires careful monitoring of the rear timing chain for metallic clatter, the six-cylinder N57 diesels (530d, 535d) and N55 petrol (535i) represent the gold standard for enduring reliability. The exceptional eight-speed ZF 8-speed automatic gearbox provides seamless progress, though preventative fluid changes are essential to avoid rough downshifts at high mileage.
The heavy executive chassis places significant stress on front suspension lower control arm bushes and rear differential seals. Sourced with a documented service history, an F10 saloon delivers an outstanding blend of modern comfort and effortless motorway performance.
Suivi free
Garajo prépare votre garage et vous permet ensuite de suivre les maintenances, les rappels et les points à surveiller.
The reassuring points, known weak spots and deadlines you should not let slip.
Service markers for petrol/diesel versions. Exact intervals vary by engine and model year.
Every 10 000 to 15 000 km
Every 1 year
Practical interval, shorter than the manufacturer's Longlife schedule to protect the engine
Every 15 000 km
Every 1 year
Every 30 000 to 40 000 km
Every 2 years
Poids ou puissance élevés : usure des number platettes accélérée sur certaines versions
Timing chain - watch this engine
Known chain wear or stretch: inspection advised, no fixed interval
Every 50 000 km
Every 4 years
Every 100 000 km
Automatic regeneration while driving: regularly do 20 min on a fast road; preventive clean around 100,000 km
Every 80 000 km
Valve that soots up easily on diesels: a preventive clean avoids power loss and limp mode
Service markers for hybrid versions. Oil changes, brakes and system checks need to stay in step.
Every 15 000 km
Every 1 year
Every 15 000 km
Every 1 year
Every 30 000 km
Every 2 years
Poids ou puissance élevés : usure des number platettes accélérée sur certaines versions
Timing chain - designed to last, no scheduled replacement
Every 50 000 km
Every 4 years
This generation is available with several powertrains. The consumption figures come from manufacturer data for each version.
Petrol, diesel or LPG versions. The intervals shown cover the usual mechanical jobs.
HEV, MHEV and PHEV versions. They combine petrol/diesel servicing with hybrid-system checks.
Servicing a BMW 5 Series Saloon F10 sits about 60% above the market average (premium positioning).
Timing chain: no scheduled replacement.
* Indicative estimates for parts and labour.
Compatible engine oil
These links are limited to the engines of this generation when oil data is available.
À lire aussi
Gérez l'maintenance de votre BMW 5 Series Saloon F10 freeement.
Centralise your history and spending in a few clicks.Téléchargez le service book de votre BMW 5 Series Saloon F10 en PDF à tout moment.