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BMW 550i Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 550i Automatic
Year2009
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4798 ccm (292.77 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.8 litres/100 km (30.16 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement4798 ccm (292.77 cubic inches)
Max power367.00 PS (270 kW or 362 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 controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
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 ratio0.2211 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Leg room front1060 mm (41.7 inches)
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.
Turn circle13 m (519.7 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1660 kg (3,659.7 pounds)
Towing weight2000 kg (4,409.2 pounds)
Overall length4850 mm (190.9 inches)
Overall width1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Overall height1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions194.0 g/km
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