BMW 520d (G31)
BMW 5 series 2016 2.0 diesel description
Estate car / wagon BMW 520d has been produced from January, 2017 to December, 2019. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 190 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 210 up to 360 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
Pretty reliable engine with great resource. Overall, the chains are more reliable than in BMW ...
This BMW 5 series 2.0 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.
BMW 520d has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 520d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 222 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of BMW 520d reported by owners in daily driving mode is 6.7 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 91 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 85 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 5 series got 81 points from 100.
BMW 5 series safety equipment has been rated as average - 59 percents from 100.
- BMW 520d Touring MT users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 5.8 litres per 100 km
- BMW 520d Touring AT
BMW 520d technical data
| Model: | BMW 520d | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2017. January ... 2019. December | ||
| Engine: | 1995 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 190 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 400 NM ON 1750 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 222 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption: | 6.7 l/100km (35.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres (17.4 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.94m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.50m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 12.2 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 570 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1700 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2465 kg | ||
BMW 520d engine B47D20O0
Engine reliability and common problems:
Pretty reliable engine with great resource. Overall, the chains are more reliable than in BMW N-series engines, but also tend to stretch under heavy use. The engine requires good quality fuel, maintenance and oil, otherwise problems with the common rail system can be expected. Problems are most commonly associated with the EGR valve and intake manifold.Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 | 16.5 : 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. |
| 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 oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 8.8 litres (9.3 quarts) |
| Power | 190 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 NM ON 1750 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2014 |
| Duration of production | 10 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. |
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All BMW 5 series estate car [2016 - 2020] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 520i
Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 530i Touring
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i 4x4 Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
|
BMW 520d Touring
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 520d Touring
Jan 2016 — Dec 2019 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520d 4x4 Jan 2017 — Dec 2019 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 520d 4x4 Jan 2019 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 525d Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 231 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 540i Touring xDrive 4x4
Most powerfull petrol version (340 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 530d Touring | 3.0 Diesel | 265 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d Touring xDrive 4x4 | 3.0 Diesel | 265 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 540d 4x4 Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 | 3.0 Diesel | 320 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW M550d 4x4
Jan 2017 — Dec 2020 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds |
3.0 Diesel | 400 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |