BMW 5 Series E39 (1997–2003)

BMW 5 Series 530i

E39 (1997–2003), 2001–2003. Gasoline · 3.0 L · 225 hp · 5-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 7.0 s and top speed 149 mph.

E39 (1997–2003) 2001 - 2003
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
3.0 L
Horsepower
225
Torque
214 lb-ft
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
7.0 s
Top speed
149 mph
Curb weight
3594 lbs
Wheelbase
2830 mm
Dimensions
4775 × 1801 × 1435 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
18.0 / 26.0 / 21.0 mpg

General information

Brand country Germany
Vehicle class Luxury midsize car
Doors 4
Seats 5
Steering side Left-hand drive

Dimensions

Length 4775 mm
Width 1801 mm
Height 1435 mm
Wheelbase 2830 mm
Front track 59 mm
Rear track 60 mm
Wheel size 16-inch wheels

Volume and weight

Fuel tank capacity 18.5 gal
Curb weight 3594 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 3.0 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 225 hp
Torque 214 lb-ft
Cylinders 6
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Sequential multi-port fuel injection
Engine code M54
Valvetrain DOHC

Transmission

Transmission 5-speed automatic
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 149 mph
0–60 mph 7.0 s
Fuel economy city 18.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 26.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 21.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent strut
Rear suspension Multi-link
Front brakes Ventilated disc
Rear brakes Ventilated disc

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