Interesting Facts About the BMW 5 Series E60
The BMW 5 Series E60/E61 generation debuted on July 5 2003 and ran through 2010, covering model years 2004‑2010. It represented a major redesign that succeeded the long‑running E39.
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Launch and Legacy
BMW launched the E60 5 Series on July 5 2003, positioning it as a huge step toward the future and replacing the aging but still very pretty E39 5 Series.
Production Span
The E60/E61 was produced from July 5 2003 until 2010, delivering seven model years (2004‑2010) in both sedan and station‑wagon body styles.
Sales Comparison
During its seven‑year production run, the E60 (in both sedan and station‑wagon shapes) was outsold by its predecessor by over 100,000 units.
Transition to the Next Generation
In January 2010, BMW introduced the next‑generation 5 Series (the F10), marking the end of the E60 era.
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