BMW 520i (E39)
BMW 5 series 1995 2.0 petrol description
Sedan BMW 520i has been produced from March, 1996 to September, 2000. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 5900 rpm and torque 190 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This BMW 5 series 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW 520i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 520i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 520i fuel consumption is 9.9 litres per 100km (10.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 14 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 10.5 litres per 100 km, which is 6% 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 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 5 series is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 5 series got one star.
BMW 520i technical data
| Model: | BMW 520i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1996. March ... 2000. September | ||
| Engine: | 1991 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 237 g/km |
| Power: | 150 HP ON 5900 RPM | Torque: | 190 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 210 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.9 (combined) 14.0 (urban) 7.4 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.5 l/100km (22.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.78m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2010 kg | ||
BMW 520i engine M52B20
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 | 1991 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 66 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 | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts) |
| Power | 150 HP ON 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1994 |
| Duration of production | 7 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1997 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | BMW 3 sērija BMW Z3 |
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 sedan [1995 - 2000] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 520i
Mar 1996 — Sep 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 520i Mar 1996 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 520d
Mai 2000 — Sep 2000 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 136 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 523i Dec 1995 — Sep 2000 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 523i Dec 1995 — Sep 2000 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 525td Apr 1997 — Mai 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 115 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 525tds Mar 1996 — Mai 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 525tds Mar 1996 — Mai 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 525d Mai 2000 — Sep 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 163 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 525d Mai 2000 — Sep 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 163 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 528i Dec 1995 — Sep 2000 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 528i Dec 1995 — Sep 2000 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 530d
Sep 1998 — Sep 2000 Most powerfull diesel version (184 HP) |
2.9 Diesel | 184 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 530d
Sep 1998 — Sep 2000 Most powerfull diesel version (184 HP) |
2.9 Diesel | 184 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 535i Jan 1998 — Dec 2000 | 3.5 Petrol | 245 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 535i Mar 1996 — Sep 2000 | 3.5 Petrol | 245 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 540i
Jan 1998 — Dec 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 540i
Mar 1996 — Sep 2000 Most powerfull petrol version (286 HP) |
4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |