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BMW 523i

General information

ModelBMW 523i
Year1996
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating63.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power172.40 PS (127 kW or 170 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque245.00 Nm (25.0 kgf-m or 180.7 ft.lbs) at 3950 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke84.1 x 75.0 mm (3.3 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-60 miles8.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1116 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5010 litres (1,324 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1545 kg (3,406.1 pounds)
Overall length4780 mm (188.2 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2840 mm (111.8 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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