BMW 523i (F10)

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BMW 5 series 2010 3.0 petrol description

Sedan BMW 523i has been produced from January, 2010 to January, 2013. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 204 horsepower on 6100 rpm and torque 270 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 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 without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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Engine is relatively reliable. Most problems relate to the fuel injection system, spark plugs ... This BMW 5 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 523i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 523i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 238 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 523i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.6 litres per 100km (13.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1180 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 8.7 litres per 100 km, which is 14% 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 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.

With the same engine there is also BMW 5 series version with automatic gearbox (BMW 523i AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.3 seconds later (in 8.2 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 7.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 9.4 litres per 100 km.

BMW 5 series 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

BMW 523i technical data

Model:	BMW 523i
Body style:	Sedan
Production period:	2010. January ... 2013. January
Engine:	2996 cm³ Petrol, 6 cylinders	CO2 emissions:	177 g/km
Power:	204 HP ON 6100 RPM	Torque:	270 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox:	Manual gearbox (6 gears)	Drive type:	Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed:	238 km/h	Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	7.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	7.6 (combined) 10.5 (urban) 5.9 (highway)
Real fuel consumption:	8.7 l/100km (27 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity:	70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions:	4.90m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter:	11.9 meters
Ground clearance:	141 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity:	520 litres
Gross weight:	2235 kg

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BMW 523i engine N53B30 UL

Engine reliability and common problems:

Engine is relatively reliable. Most problems relate to the fuel injection system, spark plugs and coils, and the Vanos phase control system. Problems with the high pressure fuel pump were common in early model years. Otherwise the engine is considered to be of fair quality and 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	2996 cm³
Number of cylinders	6
Bore (cylinder diameter)	85 mm
Stroke length (piston move)	88 mm
Compression ratio	12 : 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	120,000 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 523i oil type	5W-30
Oil capacity	6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity	9 litres (9.5 quarts)
Power	204 - 218 HP ON 6100 RPM
Torque	270 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year)	2007
Duration of production	6 years
Engine also used on	BMW 3 sērija

Carmakers tend to use similar engines with different parameters for models available in different markets and time periods.

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All BMW 5 series sedan [2010 - 2013] modifications

Modification	Engine	Power	Consumption	Gearbox	Drive type
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 Jan 2011 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption	2.0 Petrol	245 HP	6.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2011 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient petrol version	2.0 Petrol	245 HP	6.5 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 528i 4x4 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013	2.0 Petrol	245 HP	-	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	All wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient diesel version	2.0 Diesel	184 HP	4.5 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013	2.0 Diesel	184 HP	8.1 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	5.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	All wheel
BMW 523i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013	3.0 Petrol	204 HP	7.6 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 523i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013	3.0 Petrol	204 HP	7.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013	3.0 Petrol	258 HP	7.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013	3.0 Petrol	258 HP	7.6 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 Jan 2010 — Jan 2013	3.0 Petrol	306 HP	8.5 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 535i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013	3.0 Petrol	306 HP	8.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 535i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2010 — Jan 2013	3.0 Petrol	306 HP	8.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	All wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013	3.0 Diesel	204 HP	6.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013	3.0 Diesel	204 HP	6.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013	3.0 Diesel	245 HP	6.3 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013	3.0 Diesel	245 HP	6.2 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 4x4 Jan 2011 — Jan 2013	3.0 Diesel	258 HP	5.7 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	All wheel
BMW 535d Jan 2010 — Dec 2011	3.0 Diesel	300 HP	6.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 535d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013	3.0 Diesel	313 HP	-	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 535d 4x4 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013	3.0 Diesel	313 HP	-	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	All wheel
BMW M550d 4x4 Jan 2012 — Dec 2013 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds	3.0 Diesel	381 HP	6.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	All wheel
BMW 550i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull petrol version (408 HP)	4.4 Petrol	408 HP	10.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 550i 4x4 Most powerfull petrol version (408 HP)	4.4 Petrol	408 HP	11.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	All wheel

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