BMW 5 series I (E12) · Sedan · 1972–1976

BMW 5 series 518 1.8 MT 102 HP

DieselAutomatic, 5 gearsRear driveEuro 5
Power
174 hp · 128 kW
Torque
402 Nm
0–100 km/h
12.6 s
Top speed
180 km/h
Fuel consumption
9.5 l/100 km
On a full tank
~790 km

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
180 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
12.6 s
Fuel tank
75 l

Engine

d4cb · 2,497 cm³
Engine type
Diesel
Engine code
d4cb
Displacement
2,497 cm³
Max power
128 kW / 174 hp
Torque
402 Nm at 2000 rpm
Fuel system
Diesel, Common rail
Turbo
Turbo
Engine position
In front
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
91 mm
Stroke
96 mm
Compression ratio
17.7
Emission standard
Euro 5

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
5

Dimensions and capacity

Body code TQ · class M
Body type
Minivan
Doors
5
Seats
9
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,925 mm
Wheelbase
3,200 mm
Front track
1,685 mm
Rear track
1,660 mm
Ground clearance
190 mm
Kerb weight
2,250 kg
Max weight
3,160 kg
Boot space (min)
851 l
Boot space (max)
851 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
215/70/R16
Optional tyre sizes
205/75R16, 215/60R17, 215/65R17, 225/60R17
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA92.5 6x139.7
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring