BMW 535i (E34)
BMW 5 series 1988 3.4 petrol description
Sedan BMW 535i has been produced from January, 1988 to October, 1992. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.4 litres, which produces power of 211 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 305 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW 5 series 3.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.75 litres.
BMW 535i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
BMW 535i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 231 km/h.
BMW 535i fuel consumption is 12 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 17.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this BMW is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.
BMW 535i technical data
Model: | BMW 535i | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1988. January ... 1992. October | ||
Engine: | 3430 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 211 HP ON 5700 RPM | Torque: | 305 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 231 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.0 (combined) 17.8 (urban) 7.9 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 12 l/100km (19.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.72m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2055 kg |
BMW 535i engine M30B34
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 3430 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 92 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 86 mm |
Compression ratio | 8 : 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 535i oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.75 litres (6.1 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 12 litres (12.7 quarts) |
Power | 185 - 252 HP ON 5700 RPM |
Torque | 290 - 380 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1968 |
Duration of production | 24 years |
Engine also used on | BMW 6 sērija |
All BMW 5 series sedan [1988 - 1995] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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BMW 518i
Oct 1989 — Jan 1994 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 113 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 518i
Oct 1992 — Mai 1995 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 518iN
Jan 1994 — Dec 1995 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 518iN Jan 1994 — Dec 1995 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 518i Apr 1994 — Mai 1995 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 520i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 520i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 520i Apr 1990 — Dec 1995 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 520i Apr 1990 — Dec 1995 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 524td Jan 1988 — Oct 1991 | 2.4 Diesel | 116 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 524td Jan 1988 — Oct 1991 | 2.4 Diesel | 116 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525i Apr 1990 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525i Apr 1990 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525iX 4x4 Oct 1991 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
BMW 525iX 4x4 Oct 1991 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
BMW 525td
Mai 1993 — Dec 1995 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.5 Diesel | 115 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525td Mai 1993 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Diesel | 115 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525tds
Oct 1991 — Dec 1995 Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP) |
2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525tds
Oct 1991 — Dec 1995 Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP) |
2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 530i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 3.0 Petrol | 188 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 530i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 3.0 Petrol | 188 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 530i Oct 1992 — Dec 1995 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 530i Oct 1992 — Dec 1995 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 535i Jan 1988 — Oct 1992 | 3.4 Petrol | 211 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 535i Jan 1988 — Oct 1992 | 3.4 Petrol | 211 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 540i V8
Jan 1992 — Dec 1995 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds |
4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 540i
Oct 1992 — Dec 1995 Most powerfull petrol version (286 HP) |
4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |