1995-2004 5 Series OverviewBMW 5 Series Overview (1995 - 2004)
E39
Tech Specs Summary
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- 127 - 155 mph
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- 5.3 - 10.9 seconds
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- 134 - 395 BHP
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- 20.3 - 48.7 mpg
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- 1,485 - 1,810 kg
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- 460 L (Saloon)
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- 410 - 1,525 L (Estate)
This generation of the BMW 5 Series (E39) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 1995 - 2004. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 134 BHP 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 395 BHP 3.5 L V8 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 5 Series is the BMW M5 which scores 3.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 395 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 230 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 5.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the BMW 520d touring is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 712 miles and can store 410-1,525 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,600 kg.
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