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BMW 523i Steptronic

General information

ModelBMW 523i Steptronic
Year2009
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62.3 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 driving10.6 litres/100 km (22.19 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 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 stroke78.8 x 82.0 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemSequential port fuel injection (SFI/SEFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1124 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)
Cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)
Optional cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted.
Turn circle13 m (503.9 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionIndependent
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1575 kg (3,472.3 pounds)
Max weight with load1575 kg (3,472.3 pounds)
Towing weight2000 kg (4,409.2 pounds)
Overall length4850 mm (190.9 inches)
Overall width1850 mm (72.8 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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