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BMW 523i Sport

General information

ModelBMW 523i Sport
Year2009
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating65.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2497 ccm (152.37 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.5 litres/100 km (27.67 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Displacement2497 ccm (152.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power177.00 PS (130 kW or 175 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque230.00 Nm (23.5 kgf-m or 169.6 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Fuel systemSequential port fuel injection (SFI/SEFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1161 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)
Optional cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted.
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1525 kg (3,362.0 pounds)
Towing weight2000 kg (4,409.2 pounds)
Overall length1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Overall width1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Overall height1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions194.0 g/km
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