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BMW 5 Series E12 Facelift (1976–2017) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 1972 - 2017 E12 Sedan
BMW 5 Series
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BMW 5 Series E12 Facelift overview

The BMW 5 Series (E12 Facelift) is the 1st generation of the 5 Series, built from 1976 to 2017. It is offered as a Sedan with 9 engines (petrol, diesel), from 122 HP to 450 HP. The 540i (375 Hp) Mild Hybrid xDrive Steptronic accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.7 s, reaches a top speed of 210 km/h and is 5060 mm long.

How much horsepower does the BMW 5 Series have?

The BMW 5 Series (E12 Facelift) has 122 HP to 450 HP, depending on the engine: 2.0 M20 (122 HP), 2.5 M30 (150 HP), 2.8 M30 (170 HP), 2.0 N47 (184 HP), 3.4 M30 (218 HP), 3.0 N57 (258 HP), 3.0 N55 (306 HP), 3.0 N57 (313 HP), 4.4 N63 (450 HP).

What engines are available for the BMW 5 Series?

The BMW 5 Series is available with 9 engines: 2.0 M20 (122 HP, petrol), 2.5 M30 (150 HP, petrol), 2.8 M30 (170 HP, petrol), 2.0 N47 (184 HP, diesel), 3.4 M30 (218 HP, petrol), 3.0 N57 (258 HP, diesel), 3.0 N55 (306 HP, petrol), 3.0 N57 (313 HP, diesel), 4.4 N63 (450 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the BMW 5 Series?

The BMW 5 Series is 5060 mm long, 1900 mm wide, 1515 mm tall, with a 2995 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the BMW 5 Series?

The BMW 5 Series 540i (375 Hp) Mild Hybrid xDrive Steptronic goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.7 s and has a top speed of 210 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation BMW 5 Series Sedan G60
Year 2023–present
Platform BMW CLAR
Variant 540i (375 Hp) Mild Hybrid xDrive Steptronic
Body type sedan
Engine type Mild Hybrid
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 4

Power & torque

Power 375 HP
Power @ min rpm 5200 rpm
Power @ max rpm 6250 rpm
Torque 540 Nm
Torque @ min rpm 1850 rpm
Torque @ max rpm 5000 rpm

Performance

Top speed 210 km/h
0–100 km/h 4.7 s
0–62 mph 4.7 s
0–60 mph 4.4 s

Engine

Engine code B58B30M2
Displacement 2998 cc
Cylinders 6
Configuration inline
Bore 82.0 mm
Stroke 94.6 mm
Compression ratio 11
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Direct Injection
Aspiration Twin Scroll Turbo Intercooler
Valvetrain Valvetronic Double Vanos
Oil capacity 6.5 L
Engine layout Front Longitudinal
Engine systems Start Stop System

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive All wheel drive (4x4)
Powertrain architecture Mhev Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle Power Assist Hybrid Battery Assisted Hybrid Vehicles Bahv
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice And The Electric Motor Permanently Drive The Four Wheels Of The Car With The Ability To Work Only In Mixed Mode
Gearbox type Torque Converter
Gears 8
Gearbox code 8hp51
Gearbox manufacturer zf

Dimensions

Length 5060 mm
Width 1900 mm
Height 1515 mm
Wheelbase 2995 mm
Front track 1623 mm
Rear track 1656 mm
Boot space 520 L
Ground clearance 155 mm
Turning circle 11.8 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1982 kg
Max weight 2435 kg
Max load 453 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined (WLTP) 6.8 L/100km
CO₂ (WLTP) 156 g/km
Fuel tank 60.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Coil Spring Double Wishbone Transverse Stabilizer
Rear suspension Independent Multi Link Spring Suspension With Stabilizer
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes Ventilated Discs
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Electric Steering
Tire size Front wheel tires: 245/45 R19; 245/40 R20; 245/35 R21Rear wheel tires: 245/45 R19; 275/35 R20; 275/30 R21
Wheel rims Front wheel rims: 8.5J x 19; 8.5J x 20; 8.5J x 21Rear wheel rims: 8.5J x 19; 10J x 20; 10J x 21
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 5.3 kg/Hp, 189.2 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 3.7 kg/Nm, 272.5 Nm/tonne

Electric / hybrid

Electric motor power 18 HP
Electric motor torque 200 Nm

Other

Start Of Production 2023
Width Including Mirrors 2156
Front Overhang 945
Rear Overhang 1120

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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