Used BMW 5-Series M5 (2011 - 2016) Safety & Reliability Review by Parkers on 18 Nov 2011 4.8 The Holy Grail, if you like, is for BMW to outstrip its own very high standards and build the best ‘M’ car ever. They probably achieved that with the 1 M Coupe launched in early 2011 but now this, the fifth generation of the M5, is seeking to take that title and there's no doubting it is a class act. Summary Driving & Performance Equipment Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Owners' Reviews Also Consider Facts & Figures Gallery Test drive with BMW or request a brochure 5 out of 5 Safety Euro NCAP Provides motoring consumers with a realistic and independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular cars sold in Europe. Visit Euro NCAP for more info The M5 is an incredibly safe car. Although it hasn't been crash tested by Euro NCAP, the standard 5-Series saloon on which it is based scored the maximum five star rating. The M5 is fitted with driver, passenger, front and side airbags, Dynamic Stability Control Plus which is linked to the anti-lock brakes, Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Brake Control, brake assistant, brake fade compensation and brake disc drying.The front head restraints have anti-whiplash protection. 5 out of 5 Reliability We've had no reported problems from the 5-Series so the M5 should prove as reliable as the rest of the BMW range. The three-year warranty should also help give peace of mind. Car check problem points Body No problems reported Engine/Gearbox Check for signs of abuse or heavy track usage Other No problems reported Back to: Costs Continue to: Buying & Selling Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more BMW 5-Series cars for sale We have 28 models like this for sale. Find BMW 5-Series cars for sale