520i M Sport
$117,400 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 2.0L turbo petrol 4cyl 48V mild hybrid
- Fuel use
- 6.7 L/100 km
- Power
- 153 kW
BMW
2026 BMW 5 Series
Large luxury sedan
On sale nowHybrid
From $117,400 plus on-road costs
The G60 is the eighth-generation BMW 5 Series, launched in Australia in 2024.
From$117,400+ORC
Fuel use6.5 to 6.7 L/100 km
Power153 to 223 kW
Boot520 L
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the 5 Series yet. On paper, highway Assistant for hands-off driving is currently AU regulatory pending. The i5 sister-EV is sold alongside if you want full electric.
Why consider it
- 520d returns 5.4 L/100 km combined, true long-haul cruiser.
- Curved display with iDrive 8.5 / OS9.0, wireless CarPlay and Android Auto standard.
- 5-star ANCAP 2024 protocol with Driving Assistant Pro standard.
What to know
- Big kidneys and slab nose are divisive on the new face.
- No xDrive AWD on combustion 520i / 520d in Australia.
- No PHEV variant offered locally, E-Class and A6 do offer one.
Who it suits
Executive commuters, tech buyers and BMW loyalists moving from the G30. 520d is the long-haul pick, 520i the cheaper city option.
Small families
Practical everyday space
Premium buyers
Cabin quality up top
Efficiency, charging and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.6.5 to 6.7 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
5 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Grades and pricing
2 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Powertrain | Fuel use | Power | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 520i M Sport | $117,400 +ORC | 2.0L turbo petrol 4cyl 48V mild hybrid | 6.7 L/100 km | 153 kW | |
| 540d xDrive | $137,400 +ORC | 3.0L turbo diesel 6cyl 48V mild hybrid | 6.5 L/100 km | 223 kW |
540d xDrive
$137,400 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 3.0L turbo diesel 6cyl 48V mild hybrid
- Fuel use
- 6.5 L/100 km
- Power
- 223 kW
Practicality and safety
520 L
Boot space
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2024
RWD or AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want a PHEV (Mercedes E-Class, Audi A6), AWD as standard (Audi A6 quattro), or a hybrid standard at lower money (Lexus ES, Genesis G80).
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 BMW 5 Series in Australia?
Pricing opens at $117,400 plus on-roads for the 520i M Sport and tops out at $137,400 plus on-roads for the 540d xDrive, across 2 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
Is the BMW 5 Series available as a PHEV?
Not in Australia. The local range is petrol MHEV and diesel MHEV only. The i5 fully electric sister model is sold alongside as a separate car.
How efficient is the BMW 520d?
BMW claims 5.4 L/100 km combined from the 2.0L turbo diesel mild-hybrid four, with 145 kW and 400 Nm.
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The BMW 5 Series in full
The G60 is the eighth-generation BMW 5 Series, launched in Australia in 2024. CLAR platform shared with the all-electric i5. The Australian combustion lineup is mild-hybrid only: 520i petrol and 520d diesel, both RWD with the 8-speed Steptronic. 5-star ANCAP 2024 protocol.
From$117,400+ORC
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