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BMW 520i Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 520i Automatic
Year1988
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1989 ccm (121.37 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving13.5 litres/100 km (17.42 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving9.9 litres/100 km (23.76 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving7.8 litres/100 km (30.16 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1989 ccm (121.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power130.80 PS (96 kW or 129 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque174.00 Nm (17.7 kgf-m or 128.3 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 66.0 mm (3.1 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed202.0 km/h (125.5 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)12.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0833 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1570 kg (3,461.3 pounds)
Overall length4780 mm (188.2 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions237.0 g/km
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