The car specs indicate a moderate performance level. With an acceleration of 0-100 km/h in 18.1 seconds and a maximum speed of 164 km/h, it offers decent acceleration and a good top speed.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
18.1 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
18.1 sec
Max Speed
164 km/h 101.9 mph
Body & Dimensions
The car is a 5-seater sedan of the 5 Series model, with a body length of 4620 mm (181.9 in), width of 1700 mm (66.9 in), and height of 1415 mm (55.7 in). It has a wheelbase of 2625 mm (103.4 in), front and rear track of 1430 mm (56.3 in) and 1470 mm (57.9 in) respectively, and a ground clearance of 140 mm (5.5 in).
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Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4620 mm 181.89 in.
Width
1700 mm 66.93 in.
Height
1415 mm 55.71 in.
Wheelbase
2625 mm 103.35 in.
Front Track
1430 mm 56.3 in.
Rear Track
1470 mm 57.87 in.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
140 mm 5.51 in.
Fuel Consumption
The BMW 5 Series diesel model offers an impressive fuel efficiency, with a combined fuel consumption of 7.5 l/100 km, making it an attractive option for those who prioritize fuel economy.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption Urban
9.2 l/100 km 25.57 US mpg 30.7 UK mpg 10.87 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
5.6 l/100 km 42 US mpg 50.44 UK mpg 17.86 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.5 l/100 km 31.36 US mpg 37.66 UK mpg 13.33 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a 5 Series model with a 2.4L inline-6 diesel engine (M21D24) that produces 86 HP and 153 Nm of torque. It has a front, longitudinal engine layout and a 5-speed manual transmission, driving the rear wheels. The engine has 2 valves per cylinder and a compression ratio of 22.0, with a standard diesel injection system. The engine oil capacity is 5.3L and it uses a 5W-40 oil. The car has a rear-wheel-drive drivetrain architecture.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
86 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
35.2 Hp/l
Torque
153 Nm @ 2500 rpm. 112.85 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M21D24
Engine Displacement
2443 cm3 149.08 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
80 mm 3.15 in.
Piston Stroke
81 mm 3.19 in.
Compression Ratio
22
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI)
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity
5.3 l 5.6 US qt | 4.66 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-40 / BMW Longlife-98 5W-40 / BMW Longlife-01
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Brakes
The car specs indicate disc brakes on both the front and rear axles. This suggests a reliable braking system suitable for everyday driving.
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Rating
Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Weight & Capacity
The BMW 5 Series boasts a impressive weight-to-power ratio of 15.5 kg/Hp, 64.7 Hp/tonne, and a weight-to-torque ratio of 8.7 kg/Nm, 115 Nm/tonne. With a kerb weight of 1330 kg (2932.15 lbs) and a minimum trunk boot space of 460 l (16.24 cu. ft.), this luxury sedan is designed for both performance and practicality. Its fuel tank capacity of 70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal) ensures a comfortable driving experience.
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Weight To Power Ratio
15.5 kg/Hp, 64.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
8.7 kg/Nm, 115 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1330 kg 2932.15 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
460 l 16.24 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for BMW - 5 Series (E28)
This car has 5 seats.
This car is a sedan.
The car is 4620 mm long, 1700 mm wide, and 1415 mm high. It has a wheelbase of 2625 mm, front and rear track of 1430 mm and 1470 mm respectively, and a ground clearance of 140 mm.
The specs do not include engine details.
The specs do not include information regarding safety features.
9.2 l/100 km
5.6 l/100 km
7.5 l/100 km
The engine displacement is 2443 cm3 or 149.08 cu. in.
It has a 5-speed manual transmission.
The engine produces 86 HP at 4600 rpm.
The car has disc brakes on both the front and rear axles.
The disc brake system is considered reliable and effective.
The specs do not include information regarding any specific braking features, such as anti-lock braking system (ABS) or electronic stability control (ESC).
The 5 Series offers a range of engine options, including inline-6 and V8 engines, with varying horsepower and torque outputs.
Standard safety features include adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, and a comprehensive suite of airbags.
Fuel efficiency varies depending on the engine and driving style, but the 5 Series generally achieves 20-28 mpg combined.
The weight-to-power ratio of the BMW 5 Series is 15.5 kg/Hp, 64.7 Hp/tonne.
The minimum trunk boot space of the BMW 5 Series is 460 l (16.24 cu. ft.).
The fuel tank capacity of the BMW 5 Series is 70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal).
