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Technical data

This 520i MT (170 hp) engine was fitted in the E39 [Restyling] Sedan, which was produced by BMW from 2000 to 2004. In addition to this engine, 19 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km12.2litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km7.1litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km9litre
Fuel tank capacity70litre
Cruising rangefrom 570 to 990km
Fuel98 RON
Top speed226km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)9.1second

Engine

Displacement2171cm3
Engine power170bhp
RPM at max powerto 6 250RPM
Maximum torque210Nm
RPM at max torque3500RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder4
Bore80mm
Stroke72mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle11.3m

Body

Seats5
Length4775mm
Width1800mm
Height1435mm
Wheelbase2830mm
Front track1516mm
Rear track1530mm
Ground clearance140mm
Kerb weight1495kg
Gross weight2005kg
Displacement510kg
Min. boot capacity460litre
Max. boot capacity460litre
Body typeSedan

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Double wishbone, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, Multi wishbone, Dampers, Spring
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City14.6 litres / 100km
Highway8.5 litres / 100km
Average10.8 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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