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BMW M5

General information

ModelBMW M5
Year2011
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4999 ccm (305.04 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel city driving21.4 litres/100 km (11.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving14.4 litres/100 km (16.33 miles per gallon)
DriveRear wheels
Airbags6. Front air bags. Side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4999 ccm (305.04 cubic inches)
Engine typeV10
Max power507.00 PS (373 kW or 500 HP) at 7750 Rev. per min.
Max torque520.00 Nm (53.0 kgf-m or 383.6 ft.lbs) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Compression12.0:1
Bore x stroke92.0 x 75.2 mm (3.6 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)4.7 seconds
0-60 miles4.5 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Leg room front1060 mm (41.7 inches)
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle13 m (527.6 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Max weight with load2300 kg (5,070.6 pounds)
Towing weight2100 kg (4,629.7 pounds)
Overall length4860 mm (191.3 inches)
Overall width1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Overall height1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Wheelbase2900 mm (114.2 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions193.9 g/km
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