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BMW 523i

General information

ModelBMW 523i
Year2008
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating67.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2497 ccm (152.37 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving11.1 litres/100 km (21.29 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2497 ccm (152.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power177.00 PS (130 kW or 175 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque230.00 Nm (23.5 kgf-m or 169.6 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke78.8 x 82.0 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1188 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)
Optional cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle13 m (503.9 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system (ABS).
Front suspensionIndependent
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1490 kg (3,284.9 pounds)
Max weight with load1590 kg (3,505.3 pounds)
Towing weight2000 kg (4,409.2 pounds)
Overall length4850 mm (190.9 inches)
Overall width1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR35880
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