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BMW 520i

General information

ModelBMW 520i
Year2011
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2170 ccm (132.41 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving9.1 litres/100 km (25.85 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
Transmission7-speed automatic or 7-speed manual
Airbags6. Front air bags. Side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2170 ccm (132.41 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power170.00 PS (125 kW or 168 HP) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Max torque210.00 Nm (21.4 kgf-m or 154.9 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 72.0 mm (3.1 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox7-speed automatic or 7-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.0 seconds

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (480.3 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Max weight with load2025 kg (4,464.4 pounds)
Towing weight1600 kg (3,527.4 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

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new EUR35530
CO2 emissions178.0 g/km
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