BMW 5 Series value and depreciation
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Projected value of a new BMW 5 Series
We class the BMW 5 Series as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 56% after three years and 40% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 77% | R 991 523 | R 872 540 |
| 3 years | 56% | R 724 997 | R 637 997 |
| 5 years | 40% | R 515 249 | R 453 419 |
| 7 years | 28% | R 360 938 | R 317 625 |
| 10 years | 16% | R 207 089 | R 182 238 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 286 731; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
A long-running executive staple, the 5 Series has been sold new in South Africa across every generation since the mid-1990s. The 520d and 530d diesels were the volume picks for years, and the current range is topped by the plug-in hybrid M5. Used examples are plentiful and prices fall quickly once the motor plan ends.
What used 5 Series years are worth today
Tap a year for the full breakdown: value range, remaining depreciation, and what to pay.
| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 5 Series | R 1 286 731 | R 1 132 323 | Details → |
| 2025 5 Series | R 939 832 | R 827 052 | Details → |
| 2024 5 Series | R 761 754 | R 670 344 | Details → |
| 2023 5 Series | R 617 418 | R 543 328 | Details → |
| 2022 5 Series | R 493 364 | R 434 160 | Details → |
| 2021 5 Series | R 394 235 | R 346 927 | Details → |
| 2020 5 Series | R 315 024 | R 277 221 | Details → |
| 2019 5 Series | R 248 122 | R 218 347 | Details → |
| 2018 5 Series | R 195 428 | R 171 977 | Details → |
| 2017 5 Series | R 153 925 | R 135 454 | Details → |
| 2016 5 Series | R 121 236 | R 106 688 | Details → |
| 2015 5 Series | R 95 489 | R 84 030 | Details → |
5 Series against its rivals
Where the 5 Series ranks
BMW 5 Series: common questions
What is a BMW 5 Series worth after 3 years?
A BMW 5 Series bought new today for R 1 286 731 is projected to be worth about R 724 997 after three years, which is 56% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 637 997.
Does the BMW 5 Series hold its value?
We class the BMW 5 Series as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 56% after three years and 40% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
What does a used BMW 5 Series cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 761 754 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 95 489. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a BMW 5 Series cost per month?
Financing a new BMW 5 Series at R 1 286 731 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 22 490 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.