BMW 535i xDrive (F10)

BMW 5 series 2013 3.0 petrol description

Sedan BMW 535i xDrive has been produced from January, 2013 to January, 2016. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 306 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 1200 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 and twinscroll turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
Using poor quality oil on this engine will quickly lead to soot build-up, resulting in damage  ...  This BMW 5 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 535i xDrive has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 535i xDrive accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 535i xDrive fuel consumption is 7.6 litres per 100km (13.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 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 10.6 litres per 100 km, which is 39% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other BMW 5 series versions - with rear wheel drive and manual gearbox (BMW 535i MT), and with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 535i AT) available:
  • BMW 535i MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 535i AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 7.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 10.6 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 5 series 2013

BMW 535i xDrive technical data

Model: BMW 535i xDrive
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2013. January ... 2016. January 
Engine: 2979 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 178 g/km
Power: 306 HP ON 5800 RPM Torque: 400 NM ON 1200 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.6 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.6 (combined) 10.5 (urban) 5.9 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.6 l/100km (22.2 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: 12.1 meters
Ground clearance: 141 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 520 litres
Gross weight: 2365 kg

BMW 535i xDrive engine N55B30M0

Engine reliability and common problems:

Using poor quality oil on this engine will quickly lead to soot build-up, resulting in damage to the hydrocompensators, Vanos and Valvetronic systems.
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 2979 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 89.6 mm
Compression ratio 10.2 : 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 535i xDrive oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 9.3 litres (9.8 quarts)
Power 306 HP ON 5800 RPM
Torque 400 NM ON 1200 RPM
Start of production (year) 2009
Duration of production 9 years
Engine also used on BMW 3 sērija BMW X5 BMW 1 sērija BMW X3 BMW X6 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.

All BMW 5 series sedan [2013 - 2016] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 520i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
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
BMW 518d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 143 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
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
BMW 520d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 184 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
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
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
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
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
BMW 5 series 2013 reviews
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