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BMW 5 Series E39, Facelift 2000 520i (170 Hp) Steptronic
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BMW 5 Series:
The BMW 5 Series is an executive car manufactured and marketed by BMW since 1972. It is the successor to the BMW New Class sedans and is currently in its eighth generation. The car is sold as either a sedan or, since 1991, a station wagon. A 5-door fastback was sold between 2009 and 2017. Each successive generation has been given an internal G-code designation since 2017. Previously, a F-code designation was used between 2010 and 2016, while an E-code designation was used between 1972 and 2010. These are used to distinguish each model and generation from each other....(Read more on Wikipedia)
E39, Facelift 2000 Overview:
BMW 5 Series (E39, Facelift 2000). With 210 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1495 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.2 s). The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
520i (170 Hp) Steptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for city driving, but the automatic transmission and smaller engine size mean performance is leisurely on the highway.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel economy for its power, not significantly better than larger engines in real-world driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Superb ride and handling balance
- • High-quality, ergonomic interior
- • Wide range of refined and powerful engines
- • Timeless, elegant design
- • Excellent long-distance cruiser
Cons:
- • Potential for rust issues (especially rear arches)
- • Cooling system components can be weak points
- • VANOS unit issues on some petrol engines
- • Higher maintenance costs than some rivals
- • Older automatic transmissions can feel dated
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Touring (E39): 1998 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | BMW |
| Model: | 5 Series |
| Generation: | E39, Facelift 2000 |
| Modification (Engine): | 520i (170 Hp) Steptronic |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 170 Hp @ 6100 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 78.3 Hp/l [30mm less] |
| Torque: | 210 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M54B22 More details about the engine M54B22 |
| Engine displacement: | 2171 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 10.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 72 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 220 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.8 kg/Hp, 113.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.1 kg/Nm, 140.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1495 |
| Max. weight: | 2005 |
| Max load: | 510 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4775 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Width: | 1800 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1435 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2830 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1516 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1530 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Several levers and rods |
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