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BMW 523i Exlcusive

General information

ModelBMW 523i Exlcusive
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.6 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 driving8.5 litres/100 km (27.67 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags4. 0

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 stroke82.1 x 78.8 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemSequential port fuel injection (SFI/SEFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1188 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
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
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Automatic stabilisation control

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 length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions194.0 g/km
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