BMW 5 SERIES (2010-13) 535D 4DR SALOON 3.0 DPF SS 313 EU5 M SPORT BUSINESS MEDIA AUTO8 is a premium executive saloon blending comfort and sporting character. In Britain, it rivals the Audi A6 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class, offering more pace than mainstream family saloons. Its 3.0-litre diesel delivers strong, effortless performance, while the automatic gearbox and business media equipment make it well suited to motorway commuting and business travel. Four doors and a spacious cabin also work for family journeys. It is best for experienced drivers covering distance who value comfort and pace over low running costs on longer routes. Mycarcheck.com recorded 694 look-ups covering 233 VINs, a useful sample. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £8,100 and recorded mileage of 109,000; average annual use is 9,000 miles, with around three previous keepers. These figures offer context, not a guarantee: check each car’s history, condition and servicing before buying.