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BMW 520i

General information

ModelBMW 520i
Year1996
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1990 ccm (121.43 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1990 ccm (121.43 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power152.10 PS (112 kW or 150 HP) at 5900 Rev. per min.
Max torque190.00 Nm (19.4 kgf-m or 140.1 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 66.0 mm (3.1 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed220.0 km/h (136.7 mph)
0-60 miles9.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1017 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4590 litres (1,213 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1496 kg (3,298.1 pounds)
Overall length4780 mm (188.2 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2840 mm (111.8 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)
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