The BMW 5 Series is a high-performance sedan with impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 9.9 seconds and a top speed of 197 km/h (122.41 mph).
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
9.9 sec
Max Speed
197 km/h 122.41 mph
Body & Dimensions
The BMW 5 Series is a sedan with a length of 4620 mm, width of 1700 mm, and height of 1415 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2625 mm, front track of 1430 mm, and rear track of 1470 mm. The ride height and ground clearance are 140 mm.
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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 car in question is a petrol (gasoline) model of the 5 Series. Its urban fuel consumption is 14.1 l/100 km (16.68 US mpg, 20.03 UK mpg, 7.09 km/l), extra-urban fuel consumption is 7.2 l/100 km (32.67 US mpg, 39.23 UK mpg, 13.89 km/l), and combined fuel consumption is 10.1 l/100 km (23.29 US mpg, 27.97 UK mpg, 9.9 km/l).
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
14.1 l/100 km 16.68 US mpg 20.03 UK mpg 7.09 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7.2 l/100 km 32.67 US mpg 39.23 UK mpg 13.89 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
10.1 l/100 km 23.29 US mpg 27.97 UK mpg 9.9 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The BMW 5 Series is a rear-wheel drive sedan powered by a 2.5-liter inline-6 engine, producing 150 horsepower and 215 Nm of torque. It features a 5-speed manual transmission and has a fuel-efficient engine with a displacement of 2494 cm3.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
150 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power Per Litre
60.1 Hp/l
Torque
215 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 158.58 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M30B25
Engine Displacement
2494 cm3 152.19 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
86 mm 3.39 in.
Piston Stroke
71.6 mm 2.82 in.
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity
4.3 l 4.54 US qt | 3.78 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
15W-40, 15W-50 / API SF
Coolant
10.5 l 11.1 US qt | 9.24 UK qt
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 in question is a 5 Series model, featuring disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels. The tire size is 175/80 R14, and the wheel rim size is 14 inches. This car appears to be a modest, compact model with standard brake and tire specifications.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Tires Size
175/80 R14
Wheel Rims Size
14
Weight & Capacity
The 5 Series has a weight-to-power ratio of 8.6 kg/Hp (116.3 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6 kg/Nm (166.7 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1290 kg (2843.96 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1800 kg (3968.32 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 510 kg (1124.36 lbs.). The trunk/boot space is no less than 460 l (16.24 cu. ft.) and it has a fuel tank capacity of 70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal).
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Weight To Power Ratio
8.6 kg/Hp, 116.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6 kg/Nm, 166.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1290 kg 2843.96 lbs.
Max Weight
1800 kg 3968.32 lbs.
Max Load
510 kg 1124.36 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)
Sedan
4
2625 mm
The BMW 5 Series accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 9.9 seconds.
The top speed of the BMW 5 Series is 197 km/h (122.41 mph).
Yes, the BMW 5 Series is a high-performance car with impressive acceleration and top speed.
The fuel efficiency varies depending on the driving conditions. The urban fuel consumption is 14.1 l/100 km, extra-urban is 7.2 l/100 km, and combined is 10.1 l/100 km.
This car uses petrol (gasoline).
The car received a rating of 3.5 out of 5.
The engine configuration is an inline-6 cylinder.
The transmission type is a 5-speed manual.
The drive type is rear-wheel drive.
This car has disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels.
The tire size for this car is 175/80 R14.
The wheel rim size for this car is 14 inches.
The starting price of the BMW 5 Series varies depending on the trim level and options chosen, but it typically starts around $52,000.
The BMW 5 Series offers a range of engine options, including a 3.0L inline-6 cylinder, a 4.4L V8, and a 3.0L diesel inline-6 cylinder.
Yes, the BMW 5 Series has a reputation for being a reliable car, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The weight-to-power ratio of the 5 Series is 8.6 kg/Hp (116.3 Hp/tonne).
The 5 Series has a maximum load capacity of 510 kg (1124.36 lbs.).
The 5 Series has a fuel tank capacity of 70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal).