BMW 530d xDrive (F10)

BMW 5 series 2010 3.0 diesel description

Sedan BMW 530d xDrive has been produced from January, 2011 to January, 2013. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 258 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 560 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and single turbo turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This BMW 5 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 530d xDrive has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 530d xDrive accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 530d xDrive fuel consumption is 5.7 litres per 100km (17.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 6.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1220 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1340 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100 km, which is 35% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.

BMW 5 series safety

During safety testing BMW 5 series has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 5 series is evaluated with outstanding rate 95 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 83 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 5 series got 78 points from 100.
BMW 5 series safety equipment has been rated as outstanding - 100 percents from 100.

With the same engine there are also two other BMW 5 series versions - with rear wheel drive and manual gearbox (BMW 530d MT), and with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 530d AT) available:
  • BMW 530d MT users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 530d AT
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BMW 5 series 2010

BMW 530d xDrive technical data

Model: BMW 530d xDrive
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2011. January ... 2013. January 
Engine: 2993 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 150 g/km
Power: 258 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 560 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.7 (combined) 6.6 (urban) 5.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.7 l/100km (30.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.90m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.9 meters
Ground clearance: 141 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 520 litres
Gross weight: 2405 kg

BMW 530d xDrive engine N57D30O1

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 2993 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 16.5 : 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 200,000 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 530d xDrive oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 10.6 litres (11.2 quarts)
Power 258 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 560 NM ON 2000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2008
Duration of production 16 years
Engine also used on BMW 3 sērija BMW 7 sērija BMW X3 BMW X6 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 sedan [2010 - 2013] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 520i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Petrol 184 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Petrol 184 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2011 — Jan 2013

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2011 — Jan 2013

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 528i 4x4 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Petrol 245 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 184 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 184 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Diesel 218 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Diesel 218 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 525d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2011 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 218 HP 5.1 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 523i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 204 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 523i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 204 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Petrol 272 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Petrol 272 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 535i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 204 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 204 HP 6.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Diesel 258 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Diesel 258 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2011 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 258 HP 5.7 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 535d Jan 2010 — Dec 2011 3.0 Diesel 300 HP 6.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Diesel 313 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535d 4x4 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Diesel 313 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW M550d 4x4 Jan 2012 — Dec 2013

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

3.0 Diesel 381 HP 6.3 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 550i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013

Most powerfull petrol version (408 HP)

4.4 Petrol 408 HP 10.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 550i 4x4

Most powerfull petrol version (408 HP)

4.4 Petrol 408 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 5 series 2010 reviews
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