BMW M5 (1998 - E39) Nov 2024 - Classic Car Review
If you've never driven the E39 BMW M5, grab a chance now. It's sublime.

BMW M5 Touring (1993 - E34) Nov 2024 - Classic Car Review
An opportunity to try a classic E34 BMW M5 Touring doesn't come along every day...

BMW M5 Touring (2025) Nov 2024 - International First Drive Review
The new BMW M5 is proving controversial with its weight and hybrid power. Does a Touring version soothe the ruffled feathers of M-fans?

BMW M5 PHEV (2025) Oct 2024 - International First Drive Review
With plug-in hybrid power, the new BMW M5 is heavy and complex. Can it still be the hot saloon of choice?

BMW M5 PHEV (2024 prototype) Jun 2024 - Prototype Review
The next BMW M5 is a plug-in hybrid. Does that add or take from the legendary sports saloon?

BMW 520i M Sport Pro (2024) May 2024 - Irish Review
Now that the 520d is no more in Ireland, should buyers consider the petrol-fuelled BMW 520i instead?

BMW i5 eDrive40 Touring (2024) May 2024 - International First Drive Review
Want a practical electric car that’s not an SUV? Thankfully, BMW can provide just that, with the new i5 Touring.

BMW i5 M60 xDrive Touring (2024) May 2024 - International First Drive Review
Fans of fast executive estates looking to go electric will welcome the new BMW i5 M60 Touring with open arms.

BMW 550e xDrive (2024) May 2024 - International First Drive Review
Is it worth upgrading to the high-performance hybrid version of the BMW 5 Series saloon, the 550e?

BMW 530e (2024) Mar 2024 - International First Drive Review
Will both petrol and plug-in power make the 530e PHEV the perfect version of the 5 Series for most?

BMW i5 eDrive40 (2024) Oct 2023 - International First Drive Review
The new BMW 5 Series makes its debut in electric i5 form, so is it top of the executive tree?

BMW i5 M60 xDrive (2024) Oct 2023 - International First Drive Review
We're fans of the new BMW i5, so what does the high-performance M60 model bring to the table?

BMW 545e plug-in hybrid (2021) Nov 2021 - Irish Review
BMW mixes six-cylinder power with plug-in hybrid frugality, but is it an engine too far?

BMW M5 CS (2021) Jun 2021 - International First Drive Review
The first ever CS-badged BMW M5 is a cracker, living up to the badge with an astounding driving experience and specification.

BMW 530e plug-in hybrid (2020) Dec 2020 - Irish Review
BMW refreshes the 5 Series, and this 530e plug-in hybrid could well become the most popular model.

BMW 545e plug-in hybrid (2021) Aug 2020 - International First Drive Review
The BMW 545e combines the signature straight-six with an electrified all-wheel-drive powertrain.

BMW 530e iPerformance hybrid Oct 2018 - Irish Review
Is BMW’s 530e plug-in hybrid the future of motoring? Or has its time already passed?

BMW M5 Aug 2018 - Irish Review
The BMW M5 now adds all-wheel drive to its performance repertoire, but is 600hp too much for Irish roads?

BMW M5 Competition Aug 2018 - International First Drive Review
The second BMW with a Competition badge is the M5 - but is it worth the premium?

BMW M5 Dec 2017 - International First Drive Review
We've driven the showroom-ready 2018 BMW M5 and can confirm that its AWD system enhances its appeal.

BMW 530d M Sport Touring Aug 2017 - Irish Review
BMW's 5 Series estate was once dubbed the best car in the real world. Can the new model stand up to that kind of pressure?

BMW M5 4WD prototype May 2017 - Prototype Review
We test drive a prototype of the 2018 BMW M5 to check out its radical new four-wheel-drive system.

BMW 530d M Sport Touring May 2017 - International First Drive Review
Fancy a diesel BMW 5 Series estate with a bit more oomph? That'll be the sublime 530d, so.

BMW 520d Touring May 2017 - International First Drive Review
The brand new BMW 5 Series Touring estate is practically all the car you'll ever need.

BMW 520d M Sport May 2017 - Irish Review
We’ve driven the all-new 5 Series on Irish roads, and it looks set to be a resounding success for BMW.

BMW 530e iPerformance hybrid Apr 2017 - International First Drive Review
The new 530e brings electric power to the 5 Series, but will it pull buyers away from diesel?

BMW M550i xDrive Apr 2017 - International First Drive Review
BMW M550i has fantastic soundtrack, balance, and speed. Sadly, it's not coming here.

BMW 520d M Sport Feb 2017 - International First Drive Review
Does BMW's big-selling executive 5 Series still feel special as the tax-focused 520d?

BMW 540i M Sport Nov 2016 - International First Drive Review
Fancy a six-cylinder petrol engine in your 2017 BMW 5 Series? Then you'll like the new 540i model.

BMW 530d xDrive Nov 2016 - International First Drive Review
We've tested the 2017 BMW 5 Series ahead of its arrival in Ireland in 2017 - and it shows a lot of promise.

BMW 5 Series (pre-production) Sep 2016 - Prototype Review
We've driven not one, but three different versions of the 2017 BMW 5 Series that has yet to be unveiled.

BMW 5 Series GT FCEV prototype Jul 2015 - Prototype Review
The ultimate range-extender hybrid, this BMW hydrogen FCEV is truly zero emissions.

BMW Power eDrive prototype Dec 2014 - Passenger Ride
Dual-electric motor plug-in system previews a high performance future for BMW hybrids.

BMW 518d Sep 2014 - International First Drive Review
All-new engine for the entry-level BMW 5 Series diesel line-up impresses on more than just economy.

BMW 518d Jan 2014 - Irish Review
Here's BMW's new entry-level 5 Series diesel engine paired with the high-spec Luxury trim. Does it work?

BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo Jul 2013 - International First Drive Review
BMW brings some much-needed updates to the 5 Series Gran Turismo model.

BMW 5 Series Jul 2013 - International First Drive Review
BMW takes the most successful 5 Series to date and gives it a slightly sharper look.

BMW M5 May 2012 - Irish Review
The BMW M5 has arrived on Irish shores - surely not the best testing ground for a 560hp saloon...

BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Feb 2012 - International First Drive Review
Would you have your BMW 5 Series in hybrid or diesel flavour? Choices, choices...

BMW 520d EfficientDynamics Dec 2011 - Irish Review
A luxury saloon with lower running costs than most small cars? That'll be the BMW 520d EfficientDynamics.

BMW M5 Sep 2011 - International First Drive Review
BMW's fifth-gen M5 boasts 560hp and a whole lot more besides. We've driven it.

BMW Autonomous 5 Series prototype Aug 2011 - Prototype Review
We 'drive' BMW's autonomous 5 Series prototype on the public road.

BMW 5 Series Touring Mar 2011 - Irish Review
The BMW 5 Series Touring is one of the best cars in the world, but we wouldn't have it in M Sport specification.

BMW 5 Series Touring Jun 2010 - International First Drive Review
BMW's new 5 Series Touring arrives in September and makes you wonder: do you would need an SUV?

BMW 5 Series vs. Mercedes E-Class hybrid comparison Nov 2020
The 530e and E 300 de are two different routes into executive plug-in hybrid ownership.

BMW 5 Series F10 (2010-2017) used car buying guide Our detailed guide to buying a used F10 BMW 5 Series.

Owner review: 2021 BMW 545e plug-in hybrid Anthony in Kildare made the switch to a plug-in hybrid BMW 545e in 2021 and couldn't be happier with his move away from diesel.