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BMW 5 Series E39, Facelift 2000 535i V8 (245 Hp)
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BMW 5 Series:
The BMW 5 Series is an executive car manufactured and marketed by BMW since 1972. It is the successor to the BMW New Class sedans and is currently in its eighth generation. The car is sold as either a sedan or, since 1991, a station wagon. A 5-door fastback was sold between 2009 and 2017. Each successive generation has been given an internal G-code designation since 2017. Previously, a F-code designation was used between 2010 and 2016, while an E-code designation was used between 1972 and 2010. These are used to distinguish each model and generation from each other....(Read more on Wikipedia)
E39, Facelift 2000 Overview:
BMW 5 Series (E39, Facelift 2000). With 345 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1610 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.9 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
535i V8 (245 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A refined V8 experience with good power, enhanced by the manual transmission for a more direct feel.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption, typical for a V8, but slightly better than the automatic version.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Superb ride and handling balance
- • High-quality, ergonomic interior
- • Wide range of refined and powerful engines
- • Timeless, elegant design
- • Excellent long-distance cruiser
Cons:
- • Potential for rust issues (especially rear arches)
- • Cooling system components can be weak points
- • VANOS unit issues on some petrol engines
- • Higher maintenance costs than some rivals
- • Older automatic transmissions can feel dated
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Touring (E39): 1998 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | BMW |
| Model: | 5 Series |
| Generation: | E39, Facelift 2000 |
| Modification (Engine): | 535i V8 (245 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 245 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70 Hp/l [30mm less] |
| Torque: | 345 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M62B35TU More details about the engine M62B35TU |
| Engine displacement: | 3498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.5 l |
| Coolant: | 12 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78.9 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 17.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 17.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h, Electronically limited |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.6 kg/Hp, 152.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.7 kg/Nm, 214.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1610 |
| Max. weight: | 2150 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 540 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4775 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Width: | 1800 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1435 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2830 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1981 mm |
| Front track: | 1512 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1526 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.3 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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