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BMW 5 Series Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2016–2021) — Seventh Generation

The seventh-generation BMW 5 Series brings modern powertrains and refined practicality to the five-door Estate and Sedan lines.

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BMW 5 Series Engines and Transmissions

BMW 5 Series engine choices include diesel, gasoline and plug-in hybrid powertrains. Examples include the rear-wheel-drive 520d with a manual gearbox, the all-wheel-drive 530i with an automatic, and the rear-wheel-drive 530e plug-in hybrid. These configurations offer different balances of long-distance touring, traction and electric driving for shorter trips.

Estate 5-door — BMW 5 Series Engines and Transmissions

Estate 5-door BMW 5 Series Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
520d 2.0 MTDiesel1995 cm³190 hp140 kW400 N⋅mManualRWD
520d 2.0 ATDiesel1995 cm³190 hp140 kW400 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
520d 2.0 ATDiesel1995 cm³190 hp140 kW400 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
525d 2.0 ATDiesel1995 cm³231 hp170 kW500 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
530d 3.0 ATDiesel2993 cm³265 hp195 kW620 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
530d 3.0 ATDiesel2993 cm³265 hp195 kW620 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
540d 3.0 ATDiesel2993 cm³320 hp235 kW680 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
M550d 3.0 ATDiesel2993 cm³400 hp294 kW760 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
520i 2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³184 hp135 kW290 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
530i 2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³252 hp185 kW350 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
530i 2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³252 hp185 kW350 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
540i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³340 hp250 kW450 N⋅mAutomaticAWD

Sedan — BMW 5 Series Engines and Transmissions

Sedan BMW 5 Series Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
530i 2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³249 hp183 kW350 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
530i 2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³252 hp185 kW350 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
520d 2.0 ATDiesel1995 cm³190 hp140 kW400 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
530d 3.0 ATDiesel2993 cm³249 hp183 kW620 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
M550d 3.0 ATDiesel2993 cm³400 hp294 kW760 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
520d 2.0 MTDiesel1995 cm³190 hp140 kW400 N⋅mManualRWD
525d 2.0 ATDiesel1995 cm³231 hp170 kW500 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
530d 3.0 ATDiesel2993 cm³265 hp195 kW620 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
530d 3.0 ATDiesel2993 cm³265 hp195 kW620 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
540d 3.0 ATDiesel2993 cm³320 hp235 kW680 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
520i 2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³184 hp135 kW290 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
540i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³340 hp250 kW450 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
M550i 4.4 ATGasoline4395 cm³462 hp340 kW650 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
530i 2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³249 hp183 kW350 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
530i 2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³252 hp185 kW350 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
540i 3.0 ATGasoline2998 cm³340 hp250 kW450 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
520d 2.0 ATDiesel1995 cm³190 hp140 kW400 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
530e 2.0 ATPlug-in1998 cm³292 hp136 kW428 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
530e 2.0 AT iPerformancePlug-in1998 cm³252 hp185 kW420 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
530e 2.0 AT xDrive iPerformancePlug-in1998 cm³252 hp185 kW420 N⋅mAutomaticAWD

BMW 5 Series Dimensions

Estate 5-door — BMW 5 Series Dimensions

Estate 5-door BMW 5 Series Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
520d 2.0 MT4943 mm1868 mm1498 mm2975 mm1655 kg2380 kg140 mm
520d 2.0 AT4943 mm1868 mm1498 mm2975 mm1660 kg2390 kg140 mm
520d 2.0 AT4943 mm1868 mm1498 mm2975 mm1750 kg2480 kg140 mm
525d 2.0 AT4943 mm1868 mm1498 mm2975 mm1690 kg2425 kg140 mm
530d 3.0 AT4943 mm1868 mm1498 mm2975 mm1640 kg2345 kg140 mm
530d 3.0 AT4943 mm1868 mm1498 mm2975 mm1800 kg2530 kg140 mm
540d 3.0 AT4943 mm1868 mm1498 mm2975 mm1845 kg2565 kg140 mm
M550d 3.0 AT4943 mm1868 mm1498 mm2975 mm1955 kg2620 kg130 mm
520i 2.0 AT4943 mm1868 mm1498 mm2975 mm1635 kg2350 kg140 mm
530i 2.0 AT4943 mm1868 mm1498 mm2975 mm1640 kg2360 kg140 mm
530i 2.0 AT4943 mm1868 mm1498 mm2975 mm1700 kg2440 kg140 mm
540i 3.0 AT4943 mm1868 mm1498 mm2975 mm1765 kg2495 kg140 mm

Sedan — BMW 5 Series Dimensions

Sedan BMW 5 Series Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
530i 2.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1595 kg2270 kg139 mm
530i 2.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1595 kg2270 kg139 mm
520d 2.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1620 kg2325 kg139 mm
530d 3.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1695 kg2385 kg139 mm
M550d 3.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1920 kg2470 kg139 mm
520d 2.0 MT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1540 kg2230 kg144 mm
525d 2.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1610 kg2295 kg144 mm
530d 3.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1640 kg2345 kg144 mm
530d 3.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1695 kg2385 kg139 mm
540d 3.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1750 kg2440 kg139 mm
520i 2.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1530 kg2200 kg144 mm
540i 3.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1660 kg2340 kg139 mm
M550i 4.4 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1810 kg2460 kg131 mm
530i 2.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1540 kg2200 kg144 mm
530i 2.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1540 kg2200 kg144 mm
540i 3.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1595 kg2270 kg144 mm
520d 2.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1560 kg2245 kg144 mm
530e 2.0 AT4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1845 kg2420 kg150 mm
530e 2.0 AT iPerformance4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1770 kg2420 kg150 mm
530e 2.0 AT xDrive iPerformance4936 mm1868 mm1483 mm2975 mm1860 kg2500 kg150 mm

BMW 5 Series Cargo Space

Estate 5-door — BMW 5 Series Cargo Space

Estate 5-door BMW 5 Series Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
520d 2.0 MT570 l1700 l
520d 2.0 AT570 l1700 l
520d 2.0 AT570 l1700 l
525d 2.0 AT570 l1700 l
530d 3.0 AT570 l1700 l
530d 3.0 AT570 l1700 l
540d 3.0 AT570 l1700 l
M550d 3.0 AT570 l1700 l
520i 2.0 AT570 l1700 l
530i 2.0 AT570 l1700 l
530i 2.0 AT570 l1700 l
540i 3.0 AT570 l1700 l

Sedan — BMW 5 Series Cargo Space

BMW 5 Series Trims and Equipment

The 530e iPerformance is available with Business and M-Sport equipment packages. Business focuses on comfort and convenience features suited for professional use, while M-Sport adds sportier styling and suspension tuning for a more dynamic driving experience. These trim levels allow you to tailor the vehicle to your preferences, enhancing comfort, convenience, or athletic character.

BMW 5 Series Trims and Equipment
ModificationBodyEquipment
530i 2.0 ATSedan530i xDrive M Sport
530i 2.0 ATSedan540i xDrive
530i 2.0 ATSedan530i xDrive Luxury
520d 2.0 ATSedan520d xDrive
520d 2.0 ATSedan520d xDrive Business
520d 2.0 ATSedan520d xDrive M Sport
520d 2.0 ATSedan520d xDrive Exclusive
530d 3.0 ATSedan540i xDrive
530d 3.0 ATSedan530d xDrive M Sport
530d 3.0 ATSedan530d xDrive M Sport Pro
M550d 3.0 ATSedanM550d xDrive
M550d 3.0 ATSedanM550d xDrive M Special
520i 2.0 ATSedan520i
520i 2.0 ATSedan520i Business
520i 2.0 ATSedanS
540i 3.0 ATSedan540i xDrive
540i 3.0 ATSedan540i xDrive M Sport Pro
M550i 4.4 ATSedanM550i xDrive
M550i 4.4 ATSedanM550i xDrive M Special
530i 2.0 ATSedan530i
530i 2.0 ATSedanSport
540i 3.0 ATSedanExclusive
520d 2.0 ATSedan520d
520d 2.0 ATSedan520d Executive
520d 2.0 ATSedan520d Sport Line
530e 2.0 ATSedanBusiness
530e 2.0 ATSedanM-Sport
530e 2.0 ATSedanExclusive
530e 2.0 ATSedanSport
530e 2.0 AT iPerformanceSedanBusiness
530e 2.0 AT iPerformanceSedanM-Sport
530e 2.0 AT iPerformanceSedanExclusive
530e 2.0 AT iPerformanceSedanSport
530e 2.0 AT iPerformanceSedanSport Line
530e 2.0 AT iPerformanceSedanLuxury
530e 2.0 AT iPerformanceSedanLuxury M
530e 2.0 AT iPerformanceSedanSport Luxury
530e 2.0 AT iPerformanceSedanExclusive M
530e 2.0 AT iPerformanceSedanM Packet
530e 2.0 AT iPerformanceSedanLuxury M-Sport
530e 2.0 AT iPerformanceSedanLuxury Line
530e 2.0 AT xDrive iPerformanceSedanM-Sport
530e 2.0 AT xDrive iPerformanceSedanExclusive
530e 2.0 AT xDrive iPerformanceSedanSport Line
530e 2.0 AT xDrive iPerformanceSedanExclusive M

BMW 5 Series Battery, Range and Charging

The 530e uses a lithium-ion battery to power its electric motor, enabling electric-only driving for short distances and improving overall fuel efficiency. Charging can be done at home or public stations, and the battery recharges during driving through regenerative braking. This setup offers practical electric range for daily commutes while retaining the flexibility of a gasoline engine for longer trips.

Sedan — BMW 5 Series Battery, Range and Charging

Sedan BMW 5 Series Battery, Range and Charging
ModificationBattery powerBattery typeDriving range, maximumFull charge homeFull public charging time
530e 2.0 ATNot providedLithium-ion batterie56 km360 min216 min
530e 2.0 AT iPerformance9.2 kWhLithium-ion batterie56 km360 min216 min
530e 2.0 AT xDrive iPerformance9.2 kWhLithium-ion batterie56 km360 min216 min