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BMW 523i

General information

ModelBMW 523i
Year2011
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2995 ccm (182.75 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving7.6 litres/100 km (30.95 miles per gallon)
Airbags4. Front air bags. Side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2995 ccm (182.75 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power204.00 PS (150 kW or 201 HP) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Max torque270.00 Nm (27.5 kgf-m or 199.2 ft.lbs) at 1500 Rev. per min.
Compression12.0:1
Bore x stroke85.0 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed238.0 km/h (147.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1255 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2520 litres (666 gallons)
Cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)
Optional cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1625 kg (3,582.5 pounds)
Max weight with load2235 kg (4,927.3 pounds)
Towing weight1900 kg (4,188.8 pounds)
Overall length4910 mm (193.3 inches)
Overall width1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2970 mm (116.9 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)
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