2003-2010 5 Series OverviewAlpina 5 Series Overview (2003 - 2010)
E60 / E61
Tech Specs Summary
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- 193 - 197 mph
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- 4.6 - 4.8 seconds
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- 493 - 523 hp
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- 19 - 19.2 mpg
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- 3,792 - 3,990 lbs
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- 18.4 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 17.7 - 58.3 ft3 (Wagon)
This generation of the Alpina 5 Series (E60 / E61) was produced by the German manufacturer Alpina between 2003 - 2010. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a sedan or wagon. There are two power levels available from a 4.4 L V8 Supercharged gasoline 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 Alpina B5 S which scores 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 523 hp and a power/weight ratio of 7.25 lb/hp it has a top speed of 197 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Alpina B5 S Touring is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 351 miles and can store 17.7-58.3 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 1,653 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 4,409 lbs.