BMW 520i
F10 LCI · launched Oct 3 2013 · Sedan · CKD
The BMW 520i is the mid-spec of 13 5 Series variants, priced at RM369,800.
Colours — exterior
- Alpine White Metallic
- Black Sapphire Metallic
- Glacier Silver Metallic
- Jatoba Metallic
- Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect Metallic
How this variant compares
520i is RM2,000 cheaper. The 520i lists the same equipment — the difference is trim or colour.
528i M Sport costs RM9,000 more and adds Lane-keeping Assist, Seatbelt Reminder, Sunroof, Head-up Display, Instrument Cluster and Parking Brake.
Powertrain
- Engine Tech
- 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbo with variable valve timing
- Capacity
- 1,997 cc
- Horsepower
- 184 hp at 5,000 rpm
- Torque
- 270 Nm at 1,250 rpm
- Cylinder Arrangement
- Inline 4
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Bore × Stroke
- 84 mm × 90.1 mm
- Compression Ratio
- 10
Drivetrain
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Transmission Name
- 8 Speed Sport Automatic
- Gears
- 8
- Transmission Manufacturer
- ZF
- Driveline
- Rear Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
- 0-100 km/h
- 7.9 seconds
- Rated Economy
- 6.2 L/100 km
- Top Speed
- 233 km/h
- Co2
- 144 g/km
Dimensions
- Length
- 4,907 mm
- Width
- 1,860 mm
- Height
- 1,464 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,968 mm
- Weight
- 1,690 kg
- Fuel Tank
- 70 litres
- Doors
- 4
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 520 litres
- Front Tyre
- 245/45R18
- Rear Tyre
- 245/45R18
Chassis
- Assembly
- Malaysia (CKD)
- Front Suspension
- Double wishbone
- Rear Suspension
- Multi-link
- Front Wheels
- 18" V Spoke Style 328 Alloy
- Rear Wheels
- 18" V Spoke Style 328 Alloy
- Steering
- Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
- Chassis Notes
- Dynamic Damping Control
Crash Safety Ratings
- EuroNCAP
- 5 stars
- ANCAP
- 5 stars
Safety
- Airbags
- 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
- ABS/EBD
- ✓
- Stability Control
- ✓
- Immobilizer
- ✓
- Airbag Disable Function
- ✓
- Child Safety Lock
- Manual for rear doors
- Seat Belts
- 5 Three-point
- ISOFIX
- Available on two outer rear passenger seats
Lighting
- Headlamps
- Adaptive LED Headlights
- Taillamps
- LED Combination
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- ✓
- Front Foglamps
- ✓
- Rear Foglamps
- ✓
- Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
- ✓
Cabin
- Front Seats
- Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function
- Rear Seats
- Fold-down Centre Armrest
- Front Air-con
- Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System
- Rear Air-con
- Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System
- Power Sockets
- 1 Front, 1 Rear
- Interior Lighting
- Map Lights and Ambient Lights
- Cup Holders
- 2 Front, 2 Rear
- Sun Shade
- Powered rear sun shade, manual rear door window shades
- Audio
- Navigation System with BMW Professional Audio with DVD Drive, 12GB Hard Disk storage, 10.2" monitor operated by iDrive, Bluetooth, USB + 12 Speaker HiFi System
Comfort & access
- Power Windows
- Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
- Engine Start
- Keyless Push Button
- Locks
- Keyless Operation
- Boot Operation
- Remote Control Activation
- Folding Wing Mirrors
- ✓
Driving aids
- Auto Start/Stop
- ✓
- Auto Headlamps
- ✓
- Auto Wipers
- ✓
- Cruise Control
- Passive Cruise Control
- Tiptronic
- ✓
- Paddle Shift
- ✓
- Hill Start Assist
- ✓
Steering wheel
- Steering Audio Control
- ✓
- Steering Tilt
- ✓
- Steering Telescopic
- ✓
- Electric Steering Adjustment
- ✓
Parking & cameras
- Parking Sensor Front
- 4 Sensors
- Parking Sensor Rear
- 4 Sensors
Infotainment
- Bluetooth
- ✓
- Navigation
- ✓
Warranty
- Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
- Unlimited
- Warranty Manufacturer
- 2 years
- Warranty Notes
- 3-year/60,000 km BMW Service + Repair Inclusive, with option for an additional 2-year/40,000 km extension
520i FAQ
How much is the BMW 520i in Malaysia?
The BMW 520i was priced at RM369,800 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance). It is no longer on sale.
What is the difference between the 520i and the 520i?
The 520i costs RM2,000 more than the 520i but lists the same equipment — the difference is down to trim or colour.
Is it worth paying more for the 528i M Sport?
The 528i M Sport costs RM9,000 more than the 520i and adds Lane-keeping Assist, Seatbelt Reminder, Sunroof, Head-up Display, Instrument Cluster and Parking Brake — worth it only if you want that kit.
