BMW 520d Touring (Touring E61)

BMW 5 series 2007 2.0 diesel description

Estate car / wagon BMW 520d Touring has been produced from March, 2007 to September, 2007. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 163 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 340 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
The BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine because of problems with the timing  ...  This BMW 5 series 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.

BMW 520d Touring has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 520d Touring accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 218 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 520d Touring in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.1 litres per 100km (16.4 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 8.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1140 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1440 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 6.4 litres per 100 km, which is 5% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also BMW 5 series version with automatic gearbox (BMW 520d Touring AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 7.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km.
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BMW 5 series 2007

BMW 520d Touring technical data

Model: BMW 520d Touring
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2007. March ... 2007. September 
Engine: 1995 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 162 g/km
Power: 163 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 340 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 218 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.1 (combined) 8.3 (urban) 4.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.4 l/100km (36.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.84m (length) 1.85m (width) 1.49m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Trunk capacity: 500 litres
Gross weight: 2200 kg

BMW 520d Touring engine N47D20

Engine reliability and common problems:

The BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine because of problems with the timing chain, which tends to stretch at 100 000 km. In addition, the engine has to be removed from the car to replace the timing chain. The cause of the timing chain problem was reportedly eliminated for engines produced after 2015. Also, the crankshaft damper on this engine tends not to last very long. Cracks between the cylinders tend to appear due to overheating of the engine.
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1995 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 16 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 100,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

BMW 520d Touring oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts) More service info
Power 116 - 177 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 260 - 350 NM ON 2000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2007
Duration of production 17 years
Engine also used on BMW 3 sērija BMW 1 sērija BMW X3 BMW X1 and 3 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All BMW 5 series estate car [2007 - 2010] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 520i

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 170 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520i

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 170 HP 7.0 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520d Touring Mar 2007 — Sep 2007

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 163 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520d Touring Mar 2007 — Sep 2007 2.0 Diesel 163 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520d Touring Sep 2007 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 177 HP 5.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520d Touring Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 5.8 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520i Touring Sep 2007 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.2 Petrol 170 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520i Touring Sep 2007 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.2 Petrol 170 HP 7.0 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 523i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 2.5 Petrol 190 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 523i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 2.5 Petrol 190 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 525i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 525i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 525xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 525xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 525xd 4x4 2.5 Diesel 197 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 525xd 4x4 2.5 Diesel 197 HP 7.0 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 525i 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 525i 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 525xi 4x4 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 525xi 4x4 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 530i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 530xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 525d Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 197 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 525d Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 197 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 235 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 235 HP 6.8 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530xd Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 235 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 530xd Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 235 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 535d Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010

Most powerfull diesel version (286 HP)

3.0 Diesel 286 HP 7.0 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 550i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds

4.8 Petrol 367 HP 11.0 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 550i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010

Most powerfull petrol version (367 HP)

4.8 Petrol 367 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 5 series 2007 reviews
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