Verdict
A
BHP
394 bhp
0–60
4.8 s
Top speed
155 mph
MPG
20.0 mpg
Used
£18,000-£42,000
Strengths
- S62 V8 NA — undisputed classic
- Saloon only — sleeper
- 6-speed manual only
Weaknesses
- Heavy thirst
- VANOS rattle
- Run-flat tyres late-life
Notable tech
- E39 platform
- S62 5.0 V8 NA — 394 bhp
- Saloon only
- 6-speed manual only
- RWD
Common issues
- VANOS rattle
- Heavy thirst
- Cooling system plastic
Engine derivatives
UK trims and engines offered across E39's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
M5 5.0 V8 (S62)
BHP394
Torque500 Nm
0–604.8 s
Top155 mph
MPG20 mpg
DriveRWD
Gearbox6MT