BMW 5 series III (E34) · Sedan · 1988–1996

BMW 5 series 518i 1.8 MT 115 HP

GasolineAutomatic, 8 gearsAll driveEuro 5
Power
315 hp · 232 kW
Torque
397 Nm
0–100 km/h
6.8 s
Top speed
240 km/h
Fuel consumption
11.6 l/100 km
On a full tank
~630 km

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
240 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
6.8 s
Fuel tank
73 l

Engine

lambda gdi · 3,778 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
lambda gdi
Displacement
3,778 cm³
Max power
232 kW / 315 hp
Torque
397 Nm at 5000 rpm
Fuel
A95
Fuel system
Direct injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
V type
Cylinders
6
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
96 mm
Stroke
87 mm
Compression ratio
11.5
Emission standard
Euro 5
CO₂ emissions
270 g/km

Transmission

Drive
All
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
8

Dimensions and capacity

Body code DH · class E
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5
Length
4,990 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,480 mm
Wheelbase
3,010 mm
Front track
1,669 mm
Rear track
1,638 mm
Ground clearance
150 mm
Kerb weight
2,055 kg
Max weight
2,520 kg
Boot space (min)
493 l
Boot space (max)
493 l
Turning circle
11 m

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
245/45/R18 245/40/R19 275/35/R19
Optional tyre sizes
245/40R19, 275/35R19
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA67.1 5x114.3
Wheel fasteners
Nuts M12x1.5
Wheel tightening torque
88-107 Nm
Tyre pressure
2.3-2.4 bar
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring