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Used 2018 BMW 5 Series for sale
520D Sport **HIGH SPEC**
€17,895
€16,900
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- You regularly make longer journeys: diesel may fit that pattern better than a routine of mostly short trips. Compare actual running costs.
- You often load a pushchair, dog or bulky bags: an estate layout could be useful. Try your own luggage rather than judging by the exterior size.
- You would prefer less gear changing in traffic: the recorded automatic transmission may suit. Try how this exact gearbox behaves on a test drive.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- Most journeys are short school runs or local trips: check whether this diesel has a particulate filter and what longer runs its handbook requires.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at 211,501 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
- You need servicing to fit a tight budget: Spanner estimates higher maintenance costs for this type. Get quotes for the exact engine and gearbox before committing.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This is the G30/G31 5 Series introduced in 2017 — common diesel engines in 2018 cars are the 520d or 530d and many use a DPF and EGR system; some variants also use AdBlue and/or xDrive all-wheel drive which raises running costs. The ZF 8-speed automatic is widely used and shifts smoothly when its fluid/service intervals have been kept to; missed gearbox services and lots of short, cold trips (city use) increase the risk of DPF/EGR problems. Parts are readily available in Ireland but dealer servicing is more expensive than mainstream cars.
- DPF regeneration history and soot-related fault codes — lots of short, cold trips cause blocked DPFs
- Automatic gearbox service evidence and smoothness of shifts (no hesitation, jolting or delayed engagement)
- EGR/intercooler soot and turbo play — check for boost leaks, smoke on acceleration or rattly turbo noises
- Rear suspension condition (bushes or optional air suspension) and uneven tyre wear indicating worn mounts or sagging
- Check operation of electrical kit (iDrive, cameras, parking sensors) — repair costs on premium cars can be high
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
Mileage vs similar adverts
Mileage
11 adverts- Median
- This advert
- 120,421 km
- 91,080 km above (75.6%)
This car's recorded mileage is 91,080 km (75.6%) above the median of 120,421 km across 11 comparable active adverts.
How this is calculated
Other active BMW 5 Series car adverts on this site, model years 2017–2019, with the same recorded fuel type, transmission, body type and engine size where applicable. At least 5 other adverts are required for each comparison. Mileage uses recorded non-zero kilometres. Asking prices additionally use adverts within 52,875 km of this car's mileage. Figures are a cached inventory snapshot, refreshed on demand at most every 15 minutes.
Asking prices, not achieved sale prices or a valuation. Trim, battery specification, condition, history, warranties and VAT treatment can differ. This advert and confirmed duplicate aliases are excluded.Comparable adverts in this snapshot: 11. Checked .
Now available: a 2018 BMW 520D Sport Automatic — a Dublin-registered, high-spec executive saloon that blends luxury, performance and efficiency. Powered by BMW's 2.0 TwinPower Turbo diesel engine mated to a smooth 8-speed automatic transmission, this Sport model offers refined performance and excellent fuel economy. Finished in Sport specification and well maintained, this example has been history checked, fully serviced and valeted. It delivers the refined driving experience BMW is known for. Interior and technology highlights include a premium sport interior with a sport leather multifunction steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, cruise control, electric seats (if equipped), ambient interior lighting, BMW Professional infotainment with Bluetooth and satellite navigation, reversing camera (if equipped), front and rear parking sensors, keyless start and a premium audio system. Sport suspension provides outstanding handling while retaining comfort for long-distance cruising. Arrange a viewing or test drive today.