BMW 520i Automatic 1996 Specifications, Review and Tests

Body type
Notchback
Doors
4
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel (RWD)
Gearbox type
Automatic transmission
Engine type
Internal combustion engine (Otto)
Power (KW / HP)
125 / 170
Displacement (ccm)
2171
Fuel type
Super Plus
Fuel consumption
9,9 l/100 km

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GENERAL BMW 520i Automatic 1996
Brand BMW
Range 5 Series
Generation E39
Model series 5 Series (E39) Sedan/Saloon (1995 - 2000)
Engine version 520i
Engine subversion Automatic
Car body type Notchback
Number of seats 5
Number of doors 4
Engine type Internal combustion engine (Otto)
Gearbox type Automatic transmission
Drivetrain type Rear-wheel (RWD)
Model launch date 01.1996
Model end date 09.2000
PERFORMANCE BMW 520i Automatic 1996
Maximum power (kW) 125
Maximum power (HP) 170
Acceleration (s) 11,5
Top speed (km/h) 210
FUEL ECONOMY / CONSUMPTION BMW 520i Automatic 1996
Fuel type Super Plus
Total consumption 9,9 l/100 km
Gas / fuel tank size 70,0 l
FUEL CONSUMPTION NEDC
Fuel consumption city (NEDC) 14,5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption highway (NEDC) 7,4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption combined (NEDC) 9,9 l/100 km
EMISSIONS
Emission category D4
CO2 emissions (NEFZ) 237 g/km
ENGINE BMW 520i Automatic 1996
Torque 190
Number of gears 5
Installation position / engine type Front engine / Series
Exhaust gas cleaning regulated
Number of cylinders 6
Fuel injection type Injection
Number of valves 4
Engine size / displacement (ccm) 2171
Power / torque 125 kW (170 HP) / 190 Nm
Power (KW) 125
Power (HP) 170
Engine size / displacement (ccm) 2171 ccm
Maximum power at rpm. 5900 RPM
Maximum torque at rpm. 3500 RPM
TRANSMISSION BMW 520i Automatic 1996
Drivetrain type Rear-wheel (RWD)
Gearbox type Automatic transmission
Number of gears 5
DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITY BMW 520i Automatic 1996
Length (mm) 4775
Width (mm) 1800
Width including mirrors (mm) 2070
Height (mm) 1435
Wheelbase (mm) 2830
Turning circle (m) 11,3 m
TRUNK DIMENSIONS / CAPACITY
Trunk / boot space (litres) 460
WEIGHTS
Curb (kerb) weight (kg) 1575
Gross weight (kg) 2010
Payload weight / capacity (kg) 435
Vertical load capacity 90 kg
Roof load capacity 100 kg
TOWING
Towing capacity / weight (braked 12%) 1700 kg
Towing capacity / weight (unbraked) 750 kg
BODY AND CHASSIS BMW 520i Automatic 1996
Body type Notchback
Number of doors 4
Number of seats (normal) 5
Foldable rear bench Optional (extra charge)
Power steering Series (included)
SUSPENSIONS
Front suspension Screw
Rear suspension Screw
BRAKES
Front brake Disc
Rear brake Disc
ABS Series (included)
TIRES
Tire (tyre) size 205/65R15V
EQUIPMENT BMW 520i Automatic 1996
SAFETY AND ASSISTANCE
Airbag driver Series (included)
Airbag passenger Series (included)
Front side airbag Series (included)
Rear side airbag Optional (extra charge)
Front head airbag Series (included)
3-point belt rear center Series (included)
Child seat integrated Optional (extra charge)
Traction control Series (included)
Drive slip regulation Automatic stability control with traction
Electronic stability program Optional (extra charge)
Rain sensor Car package
Driving dynamics control Dynamic Stability Control
Parking aid Optional (extra charge)
Parking aid designation rear
INTERIOR
Air conditioning Series (included)
Radio Series (included)
Window electric lifter (front) Series (included)
Window electric lifter (rear) Series (included)
Leather interior Optional (extra charge)
Rear headrests Series (included)
Rear head restraints Series (included)
EXTERIOR
Fog lights Optional (extra charge)
Xenon headlights Optional (extra charge)
Central locking system Series (included)
Alloy wheels Optional (extra charge)
Metallic paint Optional (extra charge)
WARRANTY BMW 520i Automatic 1996
Car warranty None
Paint warranty None
Rust warranty 6 years

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