BMW 5 Series
E39
The E39 is widely regarded as one of the most important 5 Series generations, bringing a larger body, sharper handling, and a more premium interior. In the U.S., it was sold as a sedan and later as a Sport Wagon, with six-cylinder and V8 models including the 528i, 540i, and related variants. It was replaced by the E60 generation for 2004.
1997–2003
E39
U.S. market
Production
1997–2003
Body code
E39
Body styles
Sedan, Sport Wagon
Modifications
12
| Modification | Engine | Power | Transmission | Drive | Years | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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528i
1997–2000
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Gasoline · 2.8 L · 190 hp | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 190 | 1997–2000 | View details |
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528i
1997–2000
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Gasoline · 2.8 L · 190 hp | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 190 | 1997–2000 | View details |
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528i touring
1999–1999
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Gasoline · 2.8 L · 190 hp | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 190 | 1999–1999 | View details |
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528i touring
1999–1999
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Gasoline · 2.8 L · 190 hp | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 190 | 1999–1999 | View details |
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530i
2002–2002
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Gasoline · 3.0 L · 225 hp | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 225 | 2002–2002 | View details |
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530i
2001–2003
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Gasoline · 3.0 L · 225 hp | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 225 | 2001–2003 | View details |
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530i
2001–2003
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Gasoline · 3.0 L · 225 hp | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 225 | 2001–2003 | View details |
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540i
2001–2003
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Gasoline · 4.4 L · 282 hp | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 282 | 2001–2003 | View details |
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540i
1997–2003
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Gasoline · 4.4 L · 282 hp | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 282 | 1997–2003 | View details |
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540i
1998–2001
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Gasoline · 4.4 L · 282 hp | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 282 | 1998–2001 | View details |
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540i
1997–2003
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Gasoline · 4.4 L · 282 hp | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 282 | 1997–2003 | View details |
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540i sport wagon
2001–2003
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Gasoline · 4.4 L · 282 hp | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 282 | 2001–2003 | View details |