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BMW 5 Series Base (2010) price & specs
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Overview
The 2010 BMW 5 Series Base is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 1st March 2009 classified as a E60. The BMW 5 Series is regarded as a Large Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $76,400 before on-road costs.
This BMW 5 Series is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 130 kW of power (at 4000 rpm) and 350 Nm of torque (at 1750 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. BMW claims the 5 Series Base uses 5.6L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 149g of CO2. It has a 70L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1250km per full tank
The BMW 5 Series measures 1468mm (57.8 inches) in height, 4841mm (190.6 inches) in length, 1846mm (72.7 inches) in width with a 2888mm (113.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1520kg (3351.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The 5 Series Base comes standard with 225/55 R16 front tyres and 225/55 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
83.08 - 163.93 kW/t
72.05 kW/t
212.54 kW/t
Boot Space
500 - 520 litres
300 litres
695 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.2 - 10.4 L/100km
5.1 L/100km
14.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
673 - 1,346 km
473 km
1,569 km
Price
$76,400 - $178,900
$71,600
$271,900
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 - 3 years
2 years
3 years
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Dimensions
4,841 mm
1,846 mm
1,468 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,841 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,846 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm |
| Load Capacity | 540 mm |
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Explore BMW 5 Series Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 149
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.0
Engine (cc): 1995
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.4
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1250
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 777
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 17.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 42
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 21.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 61
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 51
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 38
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 31
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.6
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 229
Maximum Speed (mph): 142
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 177
Maximum Power (kW): 130
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Code: 6hp19
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
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: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 520
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.3
Front Track (mm): 1558
Overall Height (in): 57.8
Overall Height (mm): 1468
Overall Length (in): 190.6
Overall Length (mm): 4841
Overall Width (in): 72.7
Overall Width (mm): 1846
Rear Track (in): 62.2
Rear Track (mm): 1581
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.5
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11440
Wheelbase (in): 113.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2888
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.1
Front Headroom (mm): 993
Rear Headroom (in): 38.1
Rear Headroom (mm): 967
Front Hip Room (in): 58.4
Front Hip Room (mm): 1484
Rear Hip Room (in): 58.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1496
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1456
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 57.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1452
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
External Colour: Silver
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front to Rear Sunroof Location: Front To Rear
One Touch Opening Front to Rear Sunroof: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front to Rear Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
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
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3968
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2060
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4542
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1520
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3351
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Graphic Equaliser: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
Glove Box Media Type: CD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 5
Adjustment Settings: 3
Rearview Mirror: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Sunroof: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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