Used buyer's guide: BMW 5 Series GT pictures

This is where the GT excels. There’s masses of space, boosted by rear seats that slide back and forth by up to 100mm. Materials are first rate, while a novel, Skoda Superb-style tailgate design gives a saloon or hatch opening. Plus, th

The official fuel consumption figure for the 530d GT is 43.5mpg, although many owners fail to get 30mpg, even on a motorway run.

The automatic box is very slick, but some owners have complained that it struggles to find the right gear from a cold start.

Look for signs of liquid spills in the load bay; the electronic control module to the right of the boot will go haywire if it gets wet.

<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Rear tyres can wear unevenly on 20-inch wheels. The tyres may look fine, but can be worn down to the cord on the inside edges.</span></p>