The BMW 5 SERIES (1996-03) 525I 5DR TOURING 2.5 SPORT is a premium five-door estate, offering the comfort and image of an executive saloon with useful extra carrying space. In the UK used-car market, it sits above ordinary family estates, appealing to buyers who want a more engaging, well-finished alternative to practical rivals such as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class estate. That makes the 525i Touring a good fit for families, couples with active hobbies and commuters who regularly travel longer distances. Its estate body is handy for luggage, pets or bulky shopping, while the Sport version adds a purposeful look and the model is known for composed, enjoyable driving. Compared with many mainstream estates, it feels more special behind the wheel, though age and fuel costs matter when choosing one. Mycarcheck.com’s three checks across three VINs show indicative averages of £900 private value, 173,000 miles, 2,000 yearly miles and nearly nine keepers.