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

BMW 5 series 528 2.8 MT 182 HP

GasolineAutomatic, 6 gearsFront drive
Power
195 hp · 143 kW
Torque
251 Nm
Top speed
216 km/h
Fuel consumption
9.9 l/100 km
On a full tank
~760 km
Other versions of this body · 11
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Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
216 km/h
Fuel tank
75 l

Engine

G6BA · 2,656 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
G6BA
Displacement
2,656 cm³
Max power
143 kW / 195 hp
Torque
251 Nm at 4800 rpm
Fuel
A92
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
V type
Cylinders
6
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
86.7 mm
Stroke
75 mm
Compression ratio
10

Transmission

Drive
Front
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
6

Dimensions and capacity

class E
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5
Length
4,895 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,490 mm
Wheelbase
2,780 mm
Front track
1,580 mm
Rear track
1,565 mm
Ground clearance
162 mm
Kerb weight
1,577 kg
Max weight
1,902 kg
Boot space (min)
523 l
Boot space (max)
523 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

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