BMW
BMW 5 Series E28 (1981–1987) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 2
1981 - 1987
E28
Sedan
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Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
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 528i (184 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.4 s, reaches a top speed of 215 km/h and is 4620 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 4620 mm long, 1700 mm wide, 1415 mm tall, with a 2625 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the BMW 5 Series?
The BMW 5 Series 528i (184 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.4 s and has a top speed of 215 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | BMW 5 Series E28 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1981–1987 |
| Platform | BMW E28 |
| Variant | 528i (184 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 184 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5800 rpm |
| Torque | 235 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4300 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 215 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 8.4 s |
| 0–62 mph | 8.4 s |
Engine
| Engine code | M30B28 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2788 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| 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 | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | 260 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | getrag |
Dimensions
| Length | 4620 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1700 mm |
| Height | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2625 mm |
| Front track | 1430 mm |
| Rear track | 1470 mm |
| Boot space | 460 L |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1320 kg |
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Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 9.0 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 7.0 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 70.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | disc |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 7.2 kg/Hp, 139.4 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque | 5.6 kg/Nm, 178 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1981 |
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| End Of Production | 1987 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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