BMW 5 series I (E12) Sedan All photos (3)
BMW 5 series I (E12) · Sedan · 1972–1976

BMW 5 series 520i 2.0 MT 125 HP

GasolineAutomatic, 6 gearsFront driveEuro 4
Power
180 hp · 132 kW
Torque
231 Nm
0–100 km/h
9.8 s
Top speed
210 km/h
Fuel consumption
9.3 l/100 km
On a full tank
~750 km
Other versions of this body · 11
520 2.0 MT 115 HP 520i 2.0 MT 122 HP 520i 2.0 MT 125 HP 520i 2.0 MT 131 HP 525i 2.5 MT 146 HP 528 2.8 MT 165 HP All versions →

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
210 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
9.8 s
Fuel tank
70 l

Engine

G4KE · 2,359 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
G4KE
Displacement
2,359 cm³
Max power
132 kW / 180 hp
Torque
231 Nm at 4000 rpm
Fuel
A95
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
In front
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
88 mm
Stroke
97 mm
Compression ratio
10.5
Emission standard
Euro 4

Transmission

Drive
Front
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
6

Dimensions and capacity

Body code HG · class E
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5
Length
4,910 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,480 mm
Wheelbase
2,845 mm
Front track
1,613 mm
Rear track
1,614 mm
Ground clearance
151 mm
Kerb weight
1,662 kg
Max weight
2,050 kg
Boot space (min)
461 l
Boot space (max)
461 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
225/55/R17 245/45/R18
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA67.1 5x114.3
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring