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BMW 550i Exclusive Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 550i Exclusive Automatic
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4799 ccm (292.83 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving11.1 litres/100 km (21.19 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement4799 ccm (292.83 cubic inches)
Max power365.00 PS (268 kW or 360 HP) at 6300 Rev. per min.
Max torque490.00 Nm (50.0 kgf-m or 361.4 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke93.0 x 88.3 mm (3.7 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemSequential port fuel injection (SFI/SEFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2199 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

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1660 kg (3,659.7 pounds)
Max weight with load1710 kg (3,769.9 pounds)
Towing weight2000 kg (4,409.2 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions275.9 g/km
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