BMW
BMW 5 Series E34 (1988–1997) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 518i | 5 | 113 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 518i | 5 | 115 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 520i | 5 | 129 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 520i 24V | 5 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 524td Automatic | 5 | 115 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 525i | 5 | 170 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 525i 24V X | 5 | 192 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 525td | 4 | 115 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 525tds | 5 | 143 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 530i | 5 | 188 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 530i V8 | 5 | 218 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 535i Automatic | 5 | 211 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 540i V8 Automatic | 5 | 286 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
BMW 5 Series E34 overview
The BMW 5 Series (E34) is the 3rd generation of the 5 Series, built from 1988 to 1997. It is offered as a Sedan with 13 engines (petrol, diesel), from 113 HP to 286 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 (E34) has 113 HP to 286 HP, depending on the engine: 1.8 M40 (113 HP), 2.5 M51 (115 HP), 2.4 M21 (115 HP), 1.8 M43 (115 HP), 2.0 M20 (129 HP), 2.5 M51 (143 HP), 2.0 M50 (150 HP), 2.5 M20 (170 HP), 3.0 M30 (188 HP), 2.5 M50 (192 HP), 3.5 M30 (211 HP), 3.0 M60 (218 HP), 4.0 M60 (286 HP).
What engines are available for the BMW 5 Series?
The BMW 5 Series is available with 13 engines: 1.8 M40 (113 HP, petrol), 2.5 M51 (115 HP, diesel), 2.4 M21 (115 HP, diesel), 1.8 M43 (115 HP, petrol), 2.0 M20 (129 HP, petrol), 2.5 M51 (143 HP, diesel), 2.0 M50 (150 HP, petrol), 2.5 M20 (170 HP, petrol), 3.0 M30 (188 HP, petrol), 2.5 M50 (192 HP, petrol), 3.5 M30 (211 HP, petrol), 3.0 M60 (218 HP, petrol), 4.0 M60 (286 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.