BMW 528i (Touring F10)
BMW 5 series 2010 2.0 petrol description
Estate car / wagon BMW 528i has been produced from January, 2011 to December, 2013. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 245 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 1250 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 twinscroll 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 190 000 and 330 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
Until 2015, engines used to have problems with the timing chain guides, which have been ...
This BMW 5 series 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.
BMW 528i has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 528i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 240 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of BMW 528i reported by owners in daily driving mode is 9.5 litres per 100km.
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.
- BMW 528i Touring MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.3 seconds faster (in 6.4 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 8.2 litres per 100 km
- BMW 528i Touring AT

BMW 528i technical data
Model: | BMW 528i | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2011. January ... 2013. December | ||
Engine: | 1997 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 245 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 350 NM ON 1250 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 240 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.7 seconds |
Fuel consumption: | 9.5 l/100km (24.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.91m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 141 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 560 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1670 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2445 kg |
BMW 528i engine N20B20
Engine reliability and common problems:
Until 2015, engines used to have problems with the timing chain guides, which have been resolved over time. Other problems with this engine are the oil pump performance and its drive chain, as well as cracking of the oil filter housing.Overall, this engine can last around 190,000 to 330,000 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 | 1997 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90.1 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 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 | Injection |
BMW 528i oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 9.3 litres (9.8 quarts) |
Power | 156 - 245 HP ON 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 - 350 NM ON 1250 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2011 |
Duration of production | 7 years |
Engine also used on | BMW 3 sērija BMW 1 sērija BMW X3 BMW X1 and 5 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. |
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All BMW 5 series estate car [2010 - 2013] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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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 Touring
Jan 2011 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 528i Touring
Jan 2011 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 528i 4x4 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 | 2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
BMW 520d Touring
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 520d Touring Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 5.3 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 | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
BMW 523i Touring Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 204 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 523i Touring Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 204 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 528i Touring Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 528i Touring Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 7.8 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 Touring Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 535i Touring Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 535i 4x4 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
BMW 525d Touring Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525d Touring Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 530d Touring Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Diesel | 245 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 530d Touring Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Diesel | 245 HP | 6.3 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 Touring 4x4 Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Diesel | 258 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
BMW 535d Touring Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Diesel | 300 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 535d
Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 Most powerfull diesel version (313 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 313 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 535d 4x4
Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 Most powerfull diesel version (313 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 313 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
BMW 550i
Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 408 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |