8.1
2024 BMW 520i review
The new BMW 5 Series only has one petrol engine option in Australia – which will leave traditionalists longing for more.
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Scott Collie
BMW 5 Series vs BMW M5 Comparison
BMW 5 Series
BMW M5
2024 BMW
5 Series
vs
2024 BMW
M5
How they stack...
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8.1
9.0
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Based on the BMW 5 Series 20i M SPORT MHEV
Based on the BMW M5
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
NA
68L
714 to 721 km
Warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
3 year - 5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$114,900
$260,900 - $274,900
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Show-stopping interior
- Ultra refined driving dynamics
- Engine packs a punch for a four-pot...
Misses
- ...but not compared to what the 5er has usually offered
- More expensive than ever
- Higher-tech interior isn't easier to navigate
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Much more than an M5 on steroids
- Astonishing linearity with all the major mechanicals
- Feels lightweight, even though it tips the scales at 1825kg
Misses
- Not the latest and greatest screen tech inside
- You'll need to ensure you can actually get yourself out of those front seats
- Australia only got 20 cars
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- 20 Inch Alloy Wheels (+$1,600)
- 21 Inch Alloy Wheels (+$3,800)
- Comfort Pack (+$5,700)
- Enhancement Pack - Alternative Pricing (+$10,400)
- Enhancement Pack (+$5,400)
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Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | BI TURBO DIR F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1998 | 4395 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 4.4L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4 | BI TURBO V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 153kW | 460kW - 467kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4400 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 330Nm | 750Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 | 1800 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 11.6 | 10 | |
