Used BMW 520 for sale

The BMW 520 is packed with safety features, with a full range of airbags coming alongside an electronic stability control system and even an eCall function which can automatically contact the emergency services if the car detects that it has been involved in a collision. Later versions of the 520 got more advanced features, such as automatic emergency braking and lane-keep assistance.

The BMW 520 comes with either the 2.0-litre petrol in the 520i, or the 2.0-litre diesel in the 520d. Both of these four-cylinder units are linked to automatic gearboxes and you can get them with BMW’s xDrive all-wheel-drive system for improved traction during cold or slippery conditions.

The BMW 520 gets lots of features as standard, including LED headlights and dual-zone climate control. The large central display is packed with menus and features, too, and can be easily controlled via a rotary dial located near to the gear selector. Popular M Sport cars get larger alloy wheels and a more dynamic bodykit.

You can get up to 56.5mpg from the most-efficient 520d models and CO2 emissions are low, too, so you shouldn’t have to pay too much in terms of tax. Switch to the petrol-powered 520i and you should still get around 42.2mpg combined.

The BMW 520 is a popular business vehicle, so check that any high mileage correlates with regular servicing and repairs. The 520 is notorious for going through tyres - particularly on M Sport cars - so make sure that there is plenty of tread left on any used model you’re looking at. Consider an AA Vehicle Inspection if you’d like a more in-depth look at a used car you’re considering, too, as a trained engineer will come out and check the car out in detail.

BMW 520 cars are largely reliable, though there has been a common issue with the rear suspension collapsing. Make sure that any car you’re looking at is riding like it should, and ask the seller about their experiences with it. If you need more information, then an AA Vehicle Inspection is here to help.