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BMW 530i

General information

ModelBMW 530i
Year1988
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating56.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2986 ccm (182.21 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2986 ccm (182.21 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power190.60 PS (140 kW or 188 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque261 Nm (26.6 kgf-m or 192.5 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke89.0 x 80.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed216.0 km/h (134.2 mph)
0-60 miles8.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1196 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1593 kg (3,512.0 pounds)
Overall length4730 mm (186.2 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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