BMW 520i (F10)
BMW 5 series 2013 2.0 petrol description
Sedan BMW 520i has been produced from January, 2013 to January, 2016. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 184 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 270 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. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 190 up to 330 thousand 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 520i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 520i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 233 km/h.
BMW 520i fuel consumption is 6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (16.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1160 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1480 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100 km, which is 53% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.
BMW 520i technical data
| Model: | BMW 520i | ||
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| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2013. January ... 2016. January | ||
| Engine: | 1997 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 139 g/km |
| Power: | 184 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 270 NM ON 1250 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 233 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.0 (combined) 8.1 (urban) 4.7 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.2 l/100km (25.6 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: | 520 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2225 kg | ||
BMW 520i 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 520i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 9.9 litres (10.5 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 |
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 2014 onwards. |
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| 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 sedan [2013 - 2016] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| BMW 520i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 520i
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 528i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 528i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 528i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW 518d
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 518d
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 518d Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 518d Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 520d
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 520d
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 520d Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520d Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520d 4x4 Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 525d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 2.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 535i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 535i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 535i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Diesel | 258 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Diesel | 258 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 535d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Diesel | 313 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 535d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 3.0 Diesel | 313 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW M550d xDrive 4x4
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most powerfull diesel version (381 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 381 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| BMW 550i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 4.4 Petrol | 450 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 550i xDrive 4x4
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 450 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
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BMW M5
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 560 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Rear wheel |