The BMW 5 Series G30 (Sedan) and G31 (Touring) represent the seventh generation of the Bavarian executive car. Built on the modular CLAR platform, it shed up to 100 kg compared to its predecessor (F10) while significantly improving structural rigidity and driving dynamics. Introduced in 2017 and receiving a comprehensive Life Cycle Impulse (LCI / facelift) in 2020, the G30 is widely regarded by industry experts as one of the most reliable modern BMWs. This is largely due to the widespread adoption of the modular 'B-series' engines (B48 petrol, B58 petrol, B47 diesel, B57 diesel), which resolved the notorious timing chain and reliability woes of the older N-series engines. The G30 strikes an exceptional balance between luxury, technology (featuring the highly praised iDrive 6.0 and later 7.
The BMW 5 Series G30 is a triumph of modern automotive engineering and stands as one of the most reliable luxury sedans on the used market, provided you choose the right engine. The petrol-powered 540i (B58) is the absolute pinnacle of the lineup, offering sports-car performance with economy-car reliability. The 520i/530i (B48) are also excellent, sensible choices for daily driving. Buyers should be cautious with the V8-powered M550i due to high thermal stress and maintenance costs, and PHEV buyers must ensure all high-voltage recalls are completed. Overall, a well-maintained 6-cylinder petrol G30 is a highly recommended purchase.