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BMW M E39 (2000–2014)

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E39 (2000–2014), 2000–2003. Gasoline · 5.0 L · 394 hp · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 4.8 s and top speed 155 mph.

E39 (2000–2014) 2000 - 2003
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
5.0 L
Horsepower
394
Torque
369 lb-ft
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
4.8 s
Top speed
155 mph
Curb weight
3946 lbs
Wheelbase
2830 mm
Dimensions
4775 × 1800 × 1430 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
13.0 / 21.0 / 16.0 mpg

General information

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

Dimensions

Length 4775 mm
Width 1800 mm
Height 1430 mm
Wheelbase 2830 mm
Front track 1512 mm
Rear track 1525 mm
Wheel size 245/40ZR18 front, 275/35ZR18 rear

Volume and weight

Trunk volume min 12 L
Trunk volume max 14 L
Fuel tank capacity 18.5 gal
Curb weight 3946 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 5.0 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 394 hp
Torque 369 lb-ft
Cylinders 8
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Sequential multi-port fuel injection
Compression ratio 11
Bore and stroke 94.0 mm x 89.0 mm
Engine code S62B50
Valvetrain DOHC

Transmission

Transmission 6-speed manual
Gears 6
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 155 mph
0–60 mph 4.8 s
Fuel economy city 13.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 21.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 16.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent MacPherson strut
Rear suspension Independent multi-link
Front brakes Ventilated disc
Rear brakes Ventilated disc

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