These are standard specifications for the 2003 BMW 5 Series, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 5 Automatic , 6 Manual
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 2003 - 2010 |
| Price : | $51,000 |
| Weight : | 3450 lbs | 1564.894 kg |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 6.0 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 135 mph | 217.215 km/h |
Engine & Transmission
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4400 cc | 268.5 cu in. | 4.4 L. |
| Power : | 290 BHP (213.44 KW) @ 5400 RPM |
| Torque : | 324 Ft-Lbs (439 NM) @ 3600 RPM |
| Inline 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2500 cc | 152.6 cu in. | 2.5 L. |
| Power : | 184 BHP (135.424 KW) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque : | 175 Ft-Lbs (237 NM) @ 3500 RPM |
| Inline 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L. |
| Power : | 225 BHP (165.6 KW) @ 5900 RPM |
| Torque : | 214 Ft-Lbs (290 NM) @ 3500 RPM |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4900 cc | 299.0 cu in. | 4.9 L. |
| Power : | 394 BHP (289.984 KW) @ 6600 RPM |
| Torque : | 368 Ft-Lbs (499 NM) @ 3800 RPM |
5 Manual , 5 Automatic , 6 Manual
Handling
Recall
| Component | STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ZF North America, Inc. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19E058000 |
| Summary | ZF Group North America Operations (ZF) is recalling certain Lemforder Steering Center Rods sold as aftermarket parts for 1996-2004 BMW 5-Series (E39) vehicles. The steering center rods may have an insufficient ball pin pull force that may allow the rods to detach from the steering knuckle. |
| Consequence | If the steering rod detaches from the steerable wheel knuckle, it can cause sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | ZF has notified the parts distributors, instructing them to inform the end customer. ZF will reimburse them for the affected parts. The recall began August 28, 2019. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Valeo |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 12E029000 |
| Summary | This recall involves aftermarket parts sold by Valeo. Valeo is recalling certain engine cooling fans, part numbers 696121, 696273, and 696275, used as service replacement parts for model year 2008-2011 BMW 1-Series, 2006-2011 BMW 3-Series, 2000-2009 BMW 5-Series, 2004-2005 BMW 6-Series, and 2006-2007 BMW 7-Series vehicles. A metal-oxide semiconductor may overheat due to insufficient screwing of the semiconductor on the aluminum heat sink. This primary failure could cause adjacent components on the fan assembly motor circuit board to overheat and short. |
| Consequence | This condition could cause the fan motor to become inoperative, or cause the motor circuit board in the assembly to overheat, potentially leading to a fire in the engine compartment. |
| Remedy | Valeo will notify owners and replace the fans free of charge. The safety recall began on August 22, 2012. This recall is being conducted by Valeo, not by BMW. For further information, owners may contact Valeo at 1-888-718-2536. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2003 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $45,016 |
| Avg. Home : | $246,300 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.83 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2003 BMW 5 Series?
Q: How fast is the 2003 BMW 5 Series? A: The 2003 BMW 5 Series has a top speed of 135 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2003 BMW 5 Series? A: The 2003 BMW 5 Series has a wheelbase size of 111.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2003 BMW 5 Series? A: The 2003 BMW 5 Series has a length of 188.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2003 BMW 5 Series? A: The 2003 BMW 5 Series has a width of 70.90 inches.Q: How much did the 2003 BMW 5 Series cost when new?A: The 2003 BMW 5 Series had a base price of approximately $51,000 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2003 BMW 5 Series? A: The 2003 BMW 5 Series was a Sedan.Q: What engines did the 2003 BMW 5 Series have? A: The 2003 BMW 5 Series had the following engine options: V 8 (4400 cc | 268.5 cu in. | 4.4 L.) with 290 BHP (213.44 KW) @ 5400 RPM and 324 Ft-Lbs (439 NM) @ 3600 RPM Inline 6 (2500 cc | 152.6 cu in. | 2.5 L.) with 184 BHP (135.424 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 175 Ft-Lbs (237 NM) @ 3500 RPM Inline 6 (3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L.) with 225 BHP (165.6 KW) @ 5900 RPM and 214 Ft-Lbs (290 NM) @ 3500 RPM V 8 (4900 cc | 299.0 cu in. | 4.9 L.) with 394 BHP (289.984 KW) @ 6600 RPM and 368 Ft-Lbs (499 NM) @ 3800 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 2003 BMW 5 Series have? A: The 2003 BMW 5 Series had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 5 speed Automatic, 6 speed Manual.