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BMW 5 Series M Sport (2012) price & specs
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M Sport
Overview
The 2012 BMW 5 Series M Sport is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 3rd April 2010 classified as a F10. The BMW 5 Series is regarded as a Large Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $85,800 before on-road costs.
This BMW 5 Series is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 135 kW of power (at 5000 rpm) and 270 Nm of torque (at 1250 rpm) via an Eight-speed Automatic transmission. BMW claims the 5 Series M Sport uses 6.7L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 155g of CO2. It has a 70L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1045km per full tank
The BMW 5 Series measures 1464mm (57.6 inches) in height, 4899mm (192.9 inches) in length, 1860mm (73.2 inches) in width with a 2968mm (116.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1610kg (3549.4 lbs) of unladen weight. The 5 Series M Sport comes standard with 245/40 R18 front tyres and 275/40 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
78.72 - 163.93 kW/t
72.05 kW/t
211.83 kW/t
Boot Space
520 - 560 litres
465 litres
695 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.7 - 10.4 L/100km
4.7 L/100km
12.5 L/100km
Vehicle Range
673 - 1,489 km
560 km
1,569 km
Price
$77,900 - $184,800
$77,400
$244,500
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
4,899 mm
1,860 mm
1,464 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,899 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,860 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,464 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,968 mm |
| Load Capacity | 610 mm |
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Explore BMW 5 Series Features & Specs
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Steering: yes
Traction Control: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Back Of Front Seats
Location: Front
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 4
Adjustment Settings: 3
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Front & Rear
Number of Outlets in Front Rear (12V): 2
Location (12V): Rear
Reading Lights
Location: Rear
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
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 155
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1997
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
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
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Screen Size (in): 7.0
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1045
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 649
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 35
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 18.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 51
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 43
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 11.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 33
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 27
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.7
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 225
Maximum Speed (mph): 140
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 184
Maximum Power (kW): 135
Maximum Torque (Nm): 270
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1250
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Code: 8hp70
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Sports Or Close Ratio: yes
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
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 Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 275
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: F01
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
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): 63.0
Front Track (mm): 1600
Overall Height (in): 57.6
Overall Height (mm): 1464
Overall Length (in): 192.9
Overall Length (mm): 4899
Overall Width (in): 73.2
Overall Width (mm): 1860
Rear Track (in): 64.1
Rear Track (mm): 1627
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 39.2
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11950
Wheelbase (in): 116.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2968
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.5
Front Headroom (mm): 1028
Rear Headroom (in): 38.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 973
Front Hip Room (in): 59.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1518
Rear Hip Room (in): 58.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1485
Front Shoulder Room (in): 58.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1480
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1427
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
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Silver
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof One Touch Opening: yes
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front 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
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
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 Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2220
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4894
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1610
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3549
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
Glove Box Media Type: DVD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Bang & Olufsen
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
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
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
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 Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
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: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
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
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Digital Display: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Automatic Recirculation: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
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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