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BMW 530D Steptronic

General information

ModelBMW 530D Steptronic
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2993 ccm (182.63 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving7.8 litres/100 km (30.16 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2993 ccm (182.63 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power231.00 PS (170 kW or 228 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque480.00 Nm (48.9 kgf-m or 354.0 ft.lbs) at 1750 Rev. per min.
Compression17.0:1
Bore x stroke84.1 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1435 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
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
Turn circle12 m (484.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionIndependent
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1610 kg (3,549.4 pounds)
Max weight with load2260 kg (4,982.4 pounds)
Towing weight1900 kg (4,188.8 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 emissions276.0 g/km
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