2004
BMW 545

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$55,000
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  • 545i 4dr Sdn 6-Spd Manual
    Starts at
    $55,000
    17 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 545iA 4dr Sdn 6-Spd Auto
    Starts at
    $55,000
    18 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

4.4-liter V-8
RWD layout
iDrive control system
Luxury amenities
Noticeable appearance

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The bad

Complex controls
Possible controversial styling
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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years
Powertrain
4 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years / 50,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Certified Pre-Owned Elite with less than 15,000 miles; Certified Pre-Owned with less than 60,000 miles
Basic
1 year / unlimited miles from expiration of 4-year / 50,000-mile new car warranty
Dealer certification
196-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

82% of drivers recommend this car
4.3 / 5
Based on 35 reviews
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Comfort 4.6
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.8
Value 4.1
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 3.9

Most recent

  • By D'Rob Breaded (@keepabigbag) from San Diego CA
    Owns this car
    July 13, 2022

    Bought for 5K BIG V8 ENGINE!!GObuy1!!

    D'rob Breaded on SoundCloud! I love driving the is car listening to D'Rob , the cars super exclusive, got a flat , rear left, a week later also rear right, a 750$ rakkand pinion job now it's GASSING in SPORT all over SAN DIEGO , feels like a Bentley! But I want the DOUBLE RR next ROLLS ROYCE B!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By tbone from Westmont
    Owns this car
    September 2, 2020

    This BMW Dinan 5 is equivalent to the M5

    This car has the stlying of a pure luxury car and the Dinan performance that is rare in the unless you purchase an M series BMW
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Michael Vidal from Temecula, CA
    Owns this car
    November 22, 2019

    So far, so good

    I have just taken custody of a 2004 BMW 545i and it's more car than I was expecting!! The performance and handling are spot on.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By BMW money pit from Branchburg, NJ
    Owns this car
    October 25, 2019

    Do not buy this car.

    Bought this car at 78,000 miles, currently at 93,000 miles, had this car for over a year and all in all you will never catch a break financially with this car. Electronics and sensors are always breaking. Water leaks in the car. Certain windows will not go up or down, they constantly break daily. Engine misfires. Your dashboard looks like a Christmas tree. $800 to fix the radio. Dynamic drive failure, active steering malfunction. Headliner droops down. And the list goes on. I repeat, unless you have quite a bit of money stored away and are prepared to pay for major repairs, DO NOT BUY THIS CAR. DONT LET LOOKS DECEIVE YOU.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 2.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By BarryMcCockner from Houston tx
    Owns this car
    February 27, 2019

    Most practical but fun and stylish car I’ve owned

    Very fast and comfortable while being surprisingly reliable, good torque and handles well for being 4,900lbs but i would recommend the manual over the automatic as I have owned both and the manual is both more fun and seems to retain its value significantly better than the auto, car also sounds absolutely beautiful with an exhaust system
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Tuckplace4420 from St. Louis, Missouri
    Used to own this car
    January 6, 2019

    A BMW but the mechanical issues will bury you.

    Run don't walk away. Could not fix, valve job, oil leaks, emissions. Wrecked car (accidently)and walked away. Pulled the engine and shop commented that even with a new engine, everything around the engine goes bad (I spent $6500). He said could be another $9k. Also, the heated seat burned through and the sunroof did not open all the way. Another $3k.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Mark from Henrico,VA
    Owns this car
    December 31, 2018

    Great Sport Sedan Car

    Sport and sedan at the same time. Leather seats are so good and they don't age at all. Reliable and doesn't cost much to maintain if you keep track of service records. Great vehicle so far
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By DrDon from Denver
    Owns this car
    April 10, 2018

    this car gets an F- for reliabillity. Leaks!!!!!!

    kinda cool looking. Looks slow abut isn't. Handles like nothing else on the road but leaks from every seam. Leaves puddles of oil everywhere. BMW certified mechanic told me to plan on pulling motor and trans once a year to redo gaskets. No Excuse!!!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Lucky Duck from Orange County California
    Owns this car
    December 21, 2017

    I'd be foolish not to buy it.

    The car had out-of-state plates and was 2 years out. It had a transmission problem I was not sure about. Steering fluid was low as well as coolant. 111000 MI engine was replaced with a used one having 60,000. Sitting in the back of my buddies car lot for 6 months, a dead battery also. A big dent in the rear door driver side. Really nice aftermarket tires and wheels. After chatting 20 minutes we went back to the car and it fired right up. No check engine light. 9 miles to empty on 6 month old fuel. I'm thinking this doesn't look good. It goes in gear no problem. Let it run for a while and turned it off came back the next week and it started without a jump. I took it for a drive and bought it. $1,800. I figured what the heck the tires and wheels cost more than that. Don't hate me for being so lucky. The tranny problem was a solenoid. And I have no idea why the coolant and steering fluid was low because none of it is leaking. My buddy did me right. But I'm still waiting to see some steering fluid because that stuff doesn't evaporate. Needless to say how could I not be satisfied! The reviews on this car are pretty accurate. I've only had it for about 90 days but I'd say like I said in the beginning, I'd be foolish to not buy it. So I did. And I'm glad I did. Definitely a big step up from a 99 Caravan with a blown head gasket. Right?
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Businessplanner from ORANGE, NJ
    Owns this car
    November 29, 2017

    It's the best BMW old or new.

    I have 1988 735i with 133,000 miles, and my 2004 545i show 162,000. This car is fun to drive and it tries to do 0 - 100 if you take your eyes off the meter. I had transmission filter changed and serviced and the regular service and I change the brakes myself. I have pushed my 545I BMW and the car won't die. I think when you drive a BMW hard you help clean the sludge off the valves like a self-cleaning oven. Because the car stands up to the road driving punishment, you have to be prepared to do the repairs without complaining one bit. To me this car is faithful with 162k miles. I had the dealer replace the oil pressure switch, because they leak as they get old. But the switch was under the coolant bottle and I could replace it myself. I could beat myself for giving that simple job out. I love this car, I am only sorry I could buy it sooner like my 1988 735i.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By ibrahim from toronto
    Owns this car
    October 6, 2017

    good performace car and good style

    The best BMW back in the days.......................................................................
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By DonRon from Chicago, IL
    Owns this car
    September 24, 2017

    Very sporty look with a touch of class

    This car looks very sharp with nice bold looking edges. Very powerful performance with great control. Luxury meets sport in this vehicle.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2004 BMW 545?

The 2004 BMW 545 is available in 2 trim levels:

  • 545i (1 style)
  • 545iA (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2004 BMW 545?

The 2004 BMW 545 offers up to 17 MPG in city driving and 24 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2004 BMW 545 reliable?

The 2004 BMW 545 has an average reliability rating of 3.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2004 BMW 545 owners.

Is the 2004 BMW 545 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2004 BMW 545. 82.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.3 / 5
Based on 35 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.6
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 4.1
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 3.9
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