BMW 5 series E60 Sedan 2003
The car with a lot of extras is comfortable, but at the same time allows you to feel the power of the engine. Many extras do not interfere with car dynamics. Thanks to the pneumatic suspension, the car feels much more stable on the road. The car electronics report every fault that the machine has, thus informing the owner in good time about the necessary repairs.
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This BMW is available with nine petrol engines with displacement from 2.2 to 4.8 litres and power of from 170 to 367 horsepower un five diesel engines with displacement from 2.0 to 3.0 litres and power of from 163 to 272 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (16 versions), as well as automatic (17 versions) gearbox.
BMW 5 series E60 sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 8.5 to 11 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.9 to 8.2 litres per 100km. The most economical BMW 5 series petrol engine version is BMW 523i, consuming 8.5 litres per 100km. While the most economical BMW 5 series diesel - BMW 520d for 100 kilometers consumes 5.9 liters of diesel.
BMW 5 series E60 sedan CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 205 to 267 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 158 to 219 grams per kilometer. From BMW 5 series with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has BMW 523i which produces an average of 205 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the BMW 5 series diesels least CO2 distributes BMW 520d - 158 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 5.5 seconds has BMW 550i version, conversely the tardiest one is BMW 520i reaching this speed only in 9.9 seconds.
Lenght of BMW 5 series is 484 cm, it is large car. For comparison - BMW 5 series is about 7 cm longer than Volkswagen Passat sedan. BMW 5 series gross weight is from 2010 to 2220 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 15 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles.
This BMW is quite costly - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 5500 $. According to user reviews, average BMW 5 series repair costs are 550 $ per year. Users calculated BMW 5 series cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3100 € cost per year and 0.23 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 59%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 18% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of BMW 5 series for your situation and driving habits here! Our review authors managed to sell their BMW 5 series in average time of 3 weeks. Below you will find more detailed information about BMW 5 series prices and costs.
In user reviews BMW 5 series received average grade 8.3 (from 10) - better than average rate for same years cars (7.8). Ratings are quite controversial, both positive and not so good, read more in the reviews below. 92% of reviewers would recommend this car to the friend.
BMW 5 series modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 520d Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 520d Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 520i Jul 2003 — Mar 2005 | 2.2 Petrol | 170 HP | 9 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 520i Sep 2003 — Mar 2005 | 2.2 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (5 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 523i Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 177 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 523i Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 177 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (5 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 525i Sep 2003 — Mar 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 525i Sep 2003 — Mar 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 525i Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 525i Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 525xi Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 525xi Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 10 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 525d Jan 2004 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Diesel | 177 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 525d Jan 2004 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Diesel | 177 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 530i Jul 2003 — Mar 2005 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 530i Jul 2003 — Mar 2005 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 530i Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 530i Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 530xi Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 530xi Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 10 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 530d Jul 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 530d Jul 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 530d Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 530d Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 530xd Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 530xd Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| BMW 535d Sep 2004 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 272 HP | 8 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 540i Mar 2006 — Mar 2007 | 4.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 540i Mar 2006 — Mar 2007 | 4.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 10 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 545i Sep 2003 — Sep 2005 | 4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 11 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 545i Sep 2003 — Sep 2005 | 4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 11 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 550i Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 4.8 Petrol | 367 HP | 11 l/100km | Manual (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| BMW 550i Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 4.8 Petrol | 367 HP | 11 l/100km | Automatic (6 gears) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
BMW 5 series safety
During safety testing BMW 5 series has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 5 series is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 5 series got one star.
BMW 5 series prices
BMW 5 series 2003 - 2007 sedan price in Latvia is from 3600 $ to 9500 $.
Comparing to analogical vehicles BMW 5 series price is very high - BMW 5 series is approximately for 65 percents more expensive then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 2003 - 2007 prices).
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 5 series 2007 price | 5500 $ | 7000 $ | 9500 $ | |
| BMW 5 series 2006 price | 4300 $ | 6000 $ | 8000 $ | |
| BMW 5 series 2005 price | 4000 $ | 5000 $ | 6500 $ | |
| BMW 5 series 2004 price | 3600 $ | 4700 $ | 5500 $ | |
| BMW 5 series 2003 price | 3900 $ | 4400 $ | 5500 $ |
BMW 5 series total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own BMW 5 series? Users calculated BMW 5 series cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3100 € cost per year and 0.23 € cost per one kilometer.
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BMW 5 series reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of German vehicle inspection service (TÜV) BMW 5 series quality is average. In the roadworthiness tests carried out in 2019, defects were detected in an average of 27.5 percent of BMW 5 series of this generation.
BMW 5 series E60 sedan features (options)
Percentage of BMW 5 series with corresponding feature (option)
84% Rain sensor
83% Conditioning
81% Cruise control
69% Xenon headlights
67% Metallic paint
67% Tire pressure control
66% Leather upholstery
66% Electrically adjustable seats
66% Rear parking sensors
62% Front parking sensors
60% Adjustable steering wheel
58% Navigation
52% Heated seats
51% Dimming mirrors
35% Electrically adjustable steering wheel
33% Sunroof
27% Auxiliary heating
21% Bi-xenon lights
21%
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Total 99 BMW 5 series owner reviews
| Purchase year: | 2018 (age of car 13 years) | Owned for: | 10`000 kilometers (0 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 12.5 litres per 100km (90% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 660.45 $ | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
The car with a lot of extras is comfortable, but at the same time allows you to feel the power of the engine. Many extras do not interfere with car dynamics. Thanks to the pneumatic suspension, the car feels much more stable on the road. The car electronics report every fault that the machine has, thus informing the owner in good time about the necessary repairs.
Usually the minimum repair cost is over 100 EUR, but repair visits are not frequent. Often the cars on market are seriously damaged (repair of turbines or ccc electronics defects - 1000 EUR each).The car gives the owner the will to invest in major repairs and upgrades
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 8`000 kilometers (0 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.5 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 310.8 $ | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
I have 535. Relatively affordable and very powerful - 272 horses. Quite large normal family car behind times. And with M package looks very attractive. Bought with great mileage in 280000, but interior and car itself was a very good condition. In any case, quality car.
Should change abv clutch, popular problem of this car.
| Purchase year: | 2006 (age of car 1 year) | Owned for: | 100`000 kilometers (4 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.5 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 166.5 $ (~ 41 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
A great dynamic, driving pleasure, precise handling, well suited for carrying out a long way, cosy, taking into account dynamics and car size very economical, overtaking dynamics on "highway speeds."
BMW's reputation, costly maintenance, quick tyre wear thanks to great weight and dynamics.
| Purchase year: | 2014 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 22`000 kilometers (1 year) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 7.5 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 671.55 $ (~ 671 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Comfortable, quiet, dynamic car, which causes driving pleasure. Those who do not recommend this car could run out of funds for maintenance thereof. Under no circumstances do not recommend use of Chinese spare parts.
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 13 years) | Owned for: | 120`000 kilometers (3 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 5.9 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 331.89 $ (~ 110 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
very comfortable, very hard mechanics, no serious damage. on motorway 130-140 very low consumption 5.3 l approx
little acceleration from standstill, something lacking in power at low rev. It has 310,000 km and I am delighted.
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 120`000 kilometers (4 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 2220 $ (~ 555 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
A good, dynamic, reliable car
Repair of the box sleeve and repairs due to spontaneous combustion are expensive and unpredictable expenses
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 13 years) | Owned for: | 12`000 kilometers (0 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 111 $ | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
The car for easy and pleasant comfortable driving with automatic gear box.
| Purchase year: | 2014 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 60`000 kilometers (2 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 2442 $ (~ 1221 $ per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
Sufficient power. The car was 4x4, ran almost everywhere.
Very expensive maintenance
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 11 years) | Owned for: | 50`000 kilometers (1 year) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 12.0 litres per 100km (90% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 177.6 $ (~ 177 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Convenient, quality and dynamic enough.
My version does have glass holder. Sometimes it is annoying.
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 11 years) | Owned for: | 45`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.9 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1587.3 $ (~ 793 $ per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
Very good dynamics and comfortable driving.
Very hard, feel all bumps. Expensive maintenance.
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 25`000 kilometers (2 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 8.8 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Comfortable. Dynamic
The running costs are quite high. In winter consumption above 12 liters.
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 30`000 kilometers (1 year) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 9.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 555 $ (~ 555 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
I drove with XDrive - cool. Enjoy ride.
Impossible to find not crashed.
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 100`000 kilometers (2 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 2775 $ (~ 1387 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Flexible, dynamic, roomy.
Expensive maintenance.
| Purchase year: | 2009 (age of car 4 years) | Owned for: | 120`000 kilometers (12 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 12.5 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 12953.7 $ (~ 1079 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
It's a pleasure to ride
Not a cheap pleasure
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 10`000 kilometers (0 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 9.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 832.5 $ | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Appearance, comfort, dynamism.
Costs
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 17`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 377.4 $ (~ 377 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
difficult to find a good one.
| Purchase year: | 2018 (age of car 14 years) | Owned for: | 2`000 kilometers (1 year) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 13.5 litres per 100km (90% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Cool!
No cup holder!
| Purchase year: | 2010 (age of car 5 years) | Owned for: | 10`000 kilometers (6 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.5 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 27.75 $ (~ 4 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Comfortable
| Purchase year: | 2010 (age of car 7 years) | Owned for: | 100`000 kilometers (7 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 12.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 2619.6 $ (~ 374 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Comfort
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 11 years) | Owned for: | 5`000 kilometers (0 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 9.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 27.75 $ | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2013 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 40`000 kilometers (3 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 12.0 litres per 100km (90% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1332 $ (~ 444 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2013 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 30`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 277.5 $ (~ 138 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2008 (age of car 4 years) | Owned for: | 170`000 kilometers (8 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 8.5 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 8336.1 $ (~ 1042 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2013 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 55`000 kilometers (3 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 6.3 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 333 $ (~ 111 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 180`000 kilometers (0 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2012 (age of car 5 years) | Owned for: | 50`000 kilometers (4 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 555 $ (~ 138 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2008 (age of car 2 years) | Owned for: | 500`000 kilometers (9 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 4.7 litres per 100km (100% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 12`000 kilometers (1 year) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 6.2 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 222 $ (~ 222 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 8 years) | Owned for: | 30`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.5 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 440.67 $ (~ 220 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 232`000 kilometers (0 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.7 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 421.8 $ | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2014 (age of car 7 years) | Owned for: | 15`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.1 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 222 $ (~ 222 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2010 (age of car 4 years) | Owned for: | 300`000 kilometers (5 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (20% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 810.3 $ (~ 162 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2009 (age of car 4 years) | Owned for: | 6 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.7 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1498.5 $ (~ 249 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 50`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 12.0 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 50`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.8 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 3976.02 $ (~ 1988 $ per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend