BMW
BMW 5 Series E39 (1995–2000) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 520i Automatic | 5 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 523i Automatic | 5 | 170 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 525tds | 5 | 143 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 528i Automatic | 5 | 193 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 530d Automatic | 5 | 184 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 540i V8 Automatic | 6 | 286 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
BMW 5 Series E39 overview
The BMW 5 Series (E39) is the 4th generation of the 5 Series, built from 1995 to 2000. It is offered as a Station Wagon Estate with 7 engines (diesel, petrol), from 143 HP to 286 HP. The 525tds (143 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.4 s, reaches a top speed of 203 km/h and is 4805 mm long.
How much horsepower does the BMW 5 Series have?
The BMW 5 Series (E39) has 143 HP to 286 HP, depending on the engine: 2.5 M51 (143 HP), 2.0 M52 (150 HP), 2.5 M52 (170 HP), 3.0 M57 (184 HP), 2.8 M52 (193 HP), 3.5 M62 (235 HP), 4.4 M62 (286 HP).
What engines are available for the BMW 5 Series?
The BMW 5 Series is available with 7 engines: 2.5 M51 (143 HP, diesel), 2.0 M52 (150 HP, petrol), 2.5 M52 (170 HP, petrol), 3.0 M57 (184 HP, diesel), 2.8 M52 (193 HP, petrol), 3.5 M62 (235 HP, petrol), 4.4 M62 (286 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the BMW 5 Series?
The BMW 5 Series is 4805 mm long, 1800 mm wide, 1445 mm tall, with a 2850 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the BMW 5 Series?
The BMW 5 Series 525tds (143 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.4 s and has a top speed of 203 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | BMW 5 Series Touring E39 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1996–2000 |
| Platform | BMW E39 |
| Variant | 525tds (143 Hp) |
| Body type | Station Wagon Estate |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
Power & torque
| Power | 143 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4600 rpm |
| Torque | 280 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2200 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 203 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 11.4 s |
| 0–62 mph | 11.4 s |
Engine
| Engine code | M51D25 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2498 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 80.0 mm |
| Stroke | 82.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 22 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Precombustion Chamber Injection |
| Aspiration | Turbocharger Intercooler |
| Valvetrain | ohc |
| Oil capacity | 6.8 L |
| Coolant | 9.8 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 | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | S5 31 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | zf |
Dimensions
| Length | 4805 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm |
| Front track | 1512 mm |
| Rear track | 1526 mm |
| Boot space | 410 – 1525 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1575 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 2235 kg |
| Max load | 660 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel urban | 11.0 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel extra urban | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 70.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Inclined Lever |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 225/55 R16 95V |
| Wheel rims | 7J x 16 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 11 kg/Hp, 90.8 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 5.6 kg/Nm, 177.8 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1996 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2000 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.