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BMW 5 Series 520d 2.0 AT 520d Equipment — Sixth Generation

The BMW 5 Series 520d 2.0 AT 520d is discussed here around ordinary errands — supermarket stops, parcels collected on the way home, and the bags, cases and small items that come along.

6 generation · Sedan

2009–2013

520d 2.0 AT

Diesel · Automatic · RWD

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Performance & powertrain

Top speed
?

The highest speed a vehicle can sustain under manufacturer test conditions. Some cars are electronically limited below their mechanical potential. Glossary entry

227 km/h
Engine type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Type of boost
?

A turbocharger or supercharger compresses the air entering the engine so a smaller engine can produce more power. Naturally aspirated engines draw air without a compressor. Glossary entry

Turbo
Type of drive
?

Which wheels receive power: front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. All-wheel drive can send power to every wheel for extra traction. Glossary entry

RWD
Bore and stroke
?

The diameter of a cylinder (bore) and the distance the piston travels inside it (stroke). Together they determine the displacement of the engine. Glossary entry

84 × 90 mm
Engine capacity
?

The total volume swept by all pistons inside the cylinders, usually stated in cubic centimetres or litres. Larger displacement often means more power but higher consumption. Glossary entry

1995 cm³
Engine location
Front, longitudinal
Number of gears
?

How many fixed forward ratios a gearbox offers. More gears can improve economy and refinement; continuously variable transmissions have no fixed steps. Glossary entry

8
Maximum power
?

A unit of engine or motor output. One metric horsepower is about 0.735 kilowatts. Peak power is normally reached at high engine speed. Glossary entry

184 hp
Maximum power, kw
?

A unit of engine or motor output. One metric horsepower is about 0.735 kilowatts. Peak power is normally reached at high engine speed. Glossary entry

135 kW
Compression ratio
?

The ratio between the largest and smallest volume of a cylinder as the piston moves. Higher ratios improve efficiency but may require higher-octane fuel. Glossary entry

16.5
Maximum power rpm
4000 rpm
Maximum torque N⋅m
380 N⋅m
Maximum torque rpm
1750 – 2750 rpm
Acceleration to 100
?

The time a vehicle needs to reach 100 km/h from a standstill, a common shorthand for overall performance. Glossary entry

8.1 s
Engine power system
Not provided
Number of cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
?

The number of intake and exhaust valves in each cylinder. Four valves per cylinder is common and helps the engine breathe at higher speeds. Glossary entry

4
Cylinder arrangement
Inline
Maximum power ICE
Not provided
Maximum power ICE
Not provided

Energy & emissions

ECO class
Euro 5
Battery power
Not provided
Fuel grade
Diesel
Mild Hybrid
?

A car with a small electric motor and battery that assist the combustion engine and recover braking energy but cannot drive on electricity alone. Glossary entry

Not provided
Battery type
Not provided
CO2 emissions
?

The amount of carbon dioxide released per kilometre under a standardised test. Lower figures usually go hand in hand with lower fuel consumption. Glossary entry

140 g/km
Full charge home
Not provided
Power consumption
Not provided
Fuel tank capacity
70 l
Full public charging time
Not provided
Driving range, maximum
?

The distance an electric or plug-in vehicle can travel on a full charge under a stated test cycle. Temperature, speed and load change the real result. Glossary entry

Not provided
Driving range, minimum
?

The distance an electric or plug-in vehicle can travel on a full charge under a stated test cycle. Temperature, speed and load change the real result. Glossary entry

Not provided
Fuel consumption city
6.4 l
Average consumption
5.2 l
Fuel consumption highway
4.5 l

Dimensions & body

Doors number
4
Number of seats
5
Width
1860 mm
Height
1464 mm
Length
4899 mm
Body type
Sedan
Wheelbase
?

The distance between the centres of the front and rear wheels. A longer wheelbase usually gives more cabin space and a calmer ride; a shorter one helps agility and parking. Glossary entry

2968 mm
U-turn diameter
Not provided
Depth of the ford to be crossed
Not provided
Body style
Sedan
Rear track width
?

The distance between the centres of the two wheels on the same axle. A wider track generally improves stability in corners. Glossary entry

1654 mm
Trunk volume max
Not provided
Trunk volume min
530 l
Front track width
?

The distance between the centres of the two wheels on the same axle. A wider track generally improves stability in corners. Glossary entry

1611 mm
Max weight
2235 kg
Curb weight
?

The weight of the vehicle with all standard equipment and fluids but without passengers or cargo. Glossary entry

1700 kg
Ground clearance, maximum
?

The gap between the lowest point of the underbody and the road. More clearance helps on rough roads and steep driveway ramps. Glossary entry

Not provided
Ground clearance, minimum
?

The gap between the lowest point of the underbody and the road. More clearance helps on rough roads and steep driveway ramps. Glossary entry

141 mm

Identity & configuration

Body code
F10
Vehicle class
E
Body designation
F10
Right-hand drive
No
Engine code
N47D20C

Additional specifications

Stop
2013-08-31
Start
2009-06-01
Wheel size
Not provided
Rear brakes
Ventilated disc
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear suspension
Independent, spring
Front suspension
Independent, spring

Trim equipment

Dimensions & body

Number of seats
5

Additional specifications

Driver Assistance Systems
Anti-lock braking system (ABS), Electronic stability program (ESP), Hill start assist (HAS)
Stop
2013-08-31
View
Fog lamp, Headlight washer system, Light sensor, Rain sensor
Start
2010-04-01
Airbags
Driver's airbag, Passenger airbag, Side front airbags
Isofix
Isofix for the back row
Comfort
On-board computer, Power mirrors, Multifunction steering wheel
Interior
Steering-wheel heater, Leather steering wheel, Power window
Safety
Tire pressure sensors
Sound
Audio system
Multimedia
AUX
Cruise control
Cruise control
Parking assist system
Front parking sensors, Rear parking sensors
Power steering
Active power steering
Air conditioner
Single-zone climate control
Electric heating
Side mirrors
Steering wheel adjustment
Steering wheel height adjustment, Steering wheel reach adjustment
Anti theft system
Keyless central locking, Immobilizer
Seat trim
Fabric seats

Not provided means the source has no value. Zero remains zero. Units are shown as supplied; range test cycles are only stated when known.

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Comfort and Convenience

Seating position is a personal preference: some drivers want to sit high for a clear view over the bonnet, others lower and further back. Build, arm length and habit differ, so no single setting suits everyone.

Safety and Driver Assistance

Before setting off, it is worth locating the basics: lights, wipers, demist, hazard switch. Doing that while stationary means the first rain shower or dark car park is not the moment for learning where things are.

Multimedia and Connectivity

A phone used for navigation on errand loops drains steadily, so keeping it powered is the practical concern. Where a charging option is available, a cable kept in the car means less thought before leaving.