BMW
BMW 5 Series E12 Facelift (1976–2017) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 520d Steptronic | 6 | 184 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 530d xDrive Steptronic | 8 | 258 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 535d xDrive Steptronic | 8 | 313 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 535i xDrive Steptronic | 6 | 306 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 550i Steptronic | 8 | 450 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 550i xDrive Steptronic | 8 | 450 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
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 Grand Tourer with 9 engines (petrol, diesel), from 122 HP to 450 HP. The 535i (306 Hp) Steptronic accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.1 s, reaches a top speed of 250 km/h and is 5004 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 5004 mm long, 1901 mm wide, 1559 mm tall, with a 3070 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the BMW 5 Series?
The BMW 5 Series 535i (306 Hp) Steptronic goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.1 s and has a top speed of 250 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo F07 LCI Facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 2013–2017 |
| Platform | BMW F01 |
| Variant | 535i (306 Hp) Steptronic |
| Body type | Grand Tourer |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
| Emission standard | Euro 6 |
Power & torque
| Power | 306 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ min rpm | 5800 rpm |
| Power @ max rpm | 6000 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 1200 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 5000 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 250 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 6.1 s |
| 0–62 mph | 6.1 s |
Engine
| Engine code | N55B30A |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2979 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 84.0 mm |
| Stroke | 89.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.2 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Direct Injection |
| Aspiration | Twin Power Turbo Intercooler |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 L |
| Coolant | 10.6 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | Torque Converter |
| Gears | 8 |
| Gearbox code | 8hp45 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | zf |
Dimensions
| Length | 5004 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1901 mm |
| Height | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3070 mm |
| Front track | 1611 mm |
| Rear track | 1654 mm |
| Boot space | 500 – 1700 L |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1940 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 2570 kg |
| Max load | 630 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 8.2 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 6.5 L/100km |
| CO₂ emissions | 192 g/km |
| Fuel tank | 70.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Double Wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi Link Suspension |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tire size | 245/50 R18 100Y |
| Wheel rims | 8J x 18 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 6.3 kg/Hp, 157.7 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 4.9 kg/Nm, 206.2 Nm/tonne |
| Max roof load | 75 kg |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2013 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2017 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.