1998 BMW 528i

$7,500
from
2
listings
$8K–$8K
price range
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Low$7,500
High$8,200
From$7,500
Avg Mileage150,000 mi
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1998 BMW 528i Pricing

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BMW 528i Safety & Reliability

Elevated

The 1998 BMW 528i's elevated safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 33 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

0
Recalls
33
Complaints
2
Crashes
1
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1998 BMW 528i has accumulated 33 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with air bags leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Air Bags5
02Power Train3
03Latches/locks/linkages3
04Structure3
05Electrical System2
33 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov

BMW 528i Fuel Economy

19–20mpg combined
·
16-17city
·
24-26hwy
·
$3,400-$3,550/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 1998 BMW 528i ranges from 19 to 20 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
528i - Manual 5-spd
20mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city26 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor
528i - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city24 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1998 BMW 528i

25States

If you're near California, you're in luck: 18% of listings are there. But with 25 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1998.

Buying a 1998 BMW 528i?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1998 BMW 528i a good car to buy?

The 1998 BMW 528i has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report air bags as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 1998 BMW 528i?

You'll get between 19 and 20 MPG combined from the 1998 BMW 528i, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 1998 BMW 528i?

Out of 33 owner complaints, air bags issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 1998 compare to other BMW 528i years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across BMW 528i model years. Visit the BMW 528i buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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