2003 BMW 540i

$15,975
from
2
listings
$16K–$18K
price range
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Low$15,975
High$17,990
From$15,975
Avg Mileage100,000 mi
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BMW 540i Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

The 2003 BMW 540i's low safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 0 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

1
Recalls
0
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
19V0150002019-14-01
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000-2003 525i Sedan, 530i Sedan, 540i Sedan, 2001-2003 525i Sports Wagon and 540i Sports Wagon vehicles, and 2000-2004 X5 SAV 3.0i, X5 SAV 4.4i, and X5 SAV 4.6is vehicles. This recall affects certain vehicles where the original steering wheel has been replaced with the optional sports steering wheel. The sports steering wheel has a frontal air bag inflator that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

BMW 540i Fuel Economy

16–18mpg combined
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14-16city
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19-22hwy
·
$4,550-$5,100/yr

With 4 configurations tested, the 2003 BMW 540i ranges from 16 to 18 MPG combined. That's a 2 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
540i - Automatic 5-spd
18mpg
4.4L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$4,550/yr-1/10 Poor
540i - Automatic (S5)
17mpg
4.4L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city19 hwy~$4,800/yr-1/10 Poor
540i Sport Wagon - Automatic (S5)
17mpg
4.4L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city19 hwy~$4,800/yr-1/10 Poor
540i - Manual 6-spd
16mpg
4.4L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city21 hwy~$5,100/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2003 BMW 540i

23States

If you're near Florida, you're in luck: 22% of listings are there. But with 23 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2003.

2003 BMW 540i: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2003 BMW 540i a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2003 BMW 540i. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2003 BMW 540i?

Yes, 1 recall on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2003 BMW 540i?

Fuel economy ranges from 16 to 18 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $365 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

How does the 2003 compare to other BMW 540i years?

Each BMW 540i model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the BMW 540i overview page.

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