BMW
BMW 5 Series E28 (1981–1987) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 518 | 5 | 105 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 518 | 4 | 90 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 520i | 5 | 125 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 520i | 5 | 129 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 524d | 5 | 86 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 524td Automatic | 5 | 115 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 525 | 5 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 525e 2.7 | 5 | 129 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 528 | 5 | 184 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | M535i Automatic | 5 | 218 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
BMW 5 Series E28 overview
The BMW 5 Series (E28) is the 2nd generation of the 5 Series, built from 1981 to 1987. It is offered as a Sedan with 10 engines (diesel, petrol), from 86 HP to 185 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 (E28) has 86 HP to 185 HP, depending on the engine: 2.4 M21 (86 HP), 1.8 M10 (90 HP), 1.8 M10 (105 HP), 2.4 M21 (115 HP), 2.7 Eta (122 HP), 2.0 M20 (125 HP), 2.0 M20 (129 HP), 2.5 M30 (150 HP), 2.8 M30 (184 HP), 3.4 M30 (185 HP).
What engines are available for the BMW 5 Series?
The BMW 5 Series is available with 10 engines: 2.4 M21 (86 HP, diesel), 1.8 M10 (90 HP, petrol), 1.8 M10 (105 HP, petrol), 2.4 M21 (115 HP, diesel), 2.7 Eta (122 HP, petrol), 2.0 M20 (125 HP, petrol), 2.0 M20 (129 HP, petrol), 2.5 M30 (150 HP, petrol), 2.8 M30 (184 HP, petrol), 3.4 M30 (185 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
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.