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BMW 5 Series 528i (1996) price & specs
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528i
Overview
The 1996 BMW 5 Series 528i is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The BMW 5 Series is regarded as a Large Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $96,500 before on-road costs.
This BMW 5 Series is powered by a 2.8L 6-cylinder engine that has 142 kW of power (at 5300 rpm) and 280 Nm of torque (at 3950 rpm) via a Five-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 70L fuel tank
The BMW 5 Series measures 1435mm (56.5 inches) in height, 4775mm (188.0 inches) in length, 1800mm (70.9 inches) in width with a 2830mm (111.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1545kg (3406.1 lbs) of unladen weight. The 5 Series 528i comes standard with 225/60 R15 front tyres and 225/60 R15 rear tyres. It has a 24 month warranty.
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Power to Weight
70.74 - 130.03 kW/t
66.87 kW/t
130.03 kW/t
Boot Space
460 litres
390 litres
530 litres
Price
$78,830 - $147,000
$78,830
$185,000
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 - 3 years
2 years
3 years
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Dimensions
4,775 mm
1,800 mm
1,435 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,775 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,800 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,830 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,500 mm |
| Load Capacity | 460 mm |
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Explore BMW 5 Series Features & Specs
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Number of Door Switches: 4
Cruise Control
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: yes
Illuminated Entry System
Interior: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 3
Number of Memorised Passenger Seat Positions: 3
Adjustment Settings: 3
Wheel Position: yes
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Bore Engine: 84
Engine (cc): 2793
Compression Ratio: 10.2
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.8
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 84
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Additional Fuel Types
Fuel Types: Unleaded
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Type: Total
Clock
Type: Digital
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Fuel Economy Indicator
Type: Gauge
Instrument Cluster
Message Display: yes
Type: Analogue
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.1
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 39
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 12.5
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 19
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 12.5
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 6.1
Performance
Acceleration 0 to 1000 m: 29.4
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 234
Maximum Speed (mph): 145
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 193
Maximum Power (kW): 142
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 206
Maximum Torque (Nm): 280
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3950
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Strut
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Side Molding
Colour of Body Side Moulding: Black/Grey
Size of Body Side Molding: Narrow
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Bumpers: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Side of Body: yes
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Front Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Rear Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 0
Rear Seat Down (L): 0
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (cu ft): 0
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (L): 0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 460
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11500
Front Track (in): 59.5
Front Track (mm): 1512
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 37.7
Overall Height (in): 56.5
Overall Height (mm): 1435
Overall Length (in): 188
Overall Length (mm): 4775
Overall Width (in): 70.9
Overall Width (mm): 1800
Rear Track (in): 60.1
Rear Track (mm): 1526
Wheelbase (in): 111.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2830
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.7
Front Headroom (mm): 984
Rear Headroom (in): 37.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 961
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Colour
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Quad
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Steel
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Rear Power Windows: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2075
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4575
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2005
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4420
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1545
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3406
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Cassette Automatic Reverse: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 10
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
System Type: Stereo
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Door Panel Trim
Material: Leather
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Textile
Luxury Trim
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Child Safety Seat
Location: Rear Seats
Type: Integrated
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Rotational Adjustment: yes
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Open
Floor Type: Full
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: 4
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Side Window Ducts In Doors: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Dead Bolt: yes
Includes Fuel Filler Door: yes
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Internal Switch: yes
Operation: Remote
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