BMW 520i (G30)
BMW 5 series 2020 2.0 petrol description
Sedan BMW 520i is being produced from January, 2020. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 184 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 290 Nm (Newton metres) on 1350 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and MHI TD04LR6W turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 200 000 to 340 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW 5 series 2.0 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 and oil capacity is 5.3 litres.
BMW 520i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 520i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 235 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 520i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.8 litres per 100km (14.7 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 68 litres or 17.97 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1000 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.2 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.

BMW 520i technical data
Model: | BMW 520i | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2020. January | ||
Engine: | 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 184 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 290 NM ON 1350 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 235 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 (combined) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.2 l/100km (32.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 68 litres (18 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.96m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.48m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 144 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 530 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2285 kg |
BMW 520i engine B48B20M0
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 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 | 1998 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 94.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 11 : 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. |
Fuel system | Injection |
BMW 520i oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 |
Oil capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 9.9 litres (10.5 quarts) |
Power | 184 HP ON 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 NM ON 1350 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2014 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | BMW 3 sērija BMW 1 sērija BMW X3 BMW 2 sērija 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 [2020 modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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BMW 520i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Rear wheel |
BMW 530i xDrive 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 249 HP | 7.3 l/100km | All wheel |
BMW 530i | 2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | - | Rear wheel |
BMW 520d
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Rear wheel |
BMW 520d xDrive 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 5.3 l/100km | All wheel |
BMW 520e | 2.0 Hybrid | 163 HP | - | Rear wheel |
BMW 530e | 2.0 Hybrid | 184 HP | - | Rear wheel |
BMW 530e 4x4 | 2.0 Hybrid | 184 HP | - | All wheel |
BMW 540i | 3.0 Petrol | 333 HP | - | Rear wheel |
BMW 540i xDrive 4x4 | 3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 7.9 l/100km | All wheel |
BMW 530d xDrive 4x4 | 3.0 Diesel | 249 HP | 5.9 l/100km | All wheel |
BMW 530d | 3.0 Diesel | 286 HP | - | Rear wheel |
BMW 530d 4x4 | 3.0 Diesel | 286 HP | - | All wheel |
BMW 540d 4x4
Most powerfull diesel version (340 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 340 HP | - | All wheel |
BMW 545e 4x4 | 3.0 Hybrid | 286 HP | - | All wheel |
BMW M550i xDrive 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 530 HP | 10.7 l/100km | All wheel |