BMW E28 5 Series 518i Specs

(1981 - 1987) - Technical Specifications for Years 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
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Key Specs

Petrol
107.8 cu-in
1766 cm3
Inline 4
104 HP
105 PS / 77 kW
106 lb-ft
145 Nm
109 Mph
175 km/h

BMW E28 5 Series 518i Body, Model and Production details BMW E28 5 Series 518i Body, Model and Production details

Generation : E28
Body : -
Num. of Doors : 4 doors

BMW E28 5 Series 518i Engine Technical Data BMW E28 5 Series 518i Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Inline 4
Engine Code : M40 (M10B18)
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : Bosch K-Jetronic
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine Position : Front
Engine displacement : 107.8 cu-in / 1766 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.5 x 2.8 inches
89 x 71 mm
Number of valves : 8 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 9.5
Horsepower : 104 HP / 105 PS / 77 kW
@ 5800 rpm
Maximum torque : 106 lb-ft / 145 Nm
@ 450 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :

BMW E28 5 Series 518i Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range BMW E28 5 Series 518i Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road: 39 MPG
6.1 L/100 km
46 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Highway: 27 MPG
8.7 L/100 km
32 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - City: 21 MPG
11 L/100 km
26 MPG UK
Fuel Tank Capacity : 18.5 gallons
70 L
15.4 UK gallons

BMW E28 5 Series 518i Performance BMW E28 5 Series 518i Performance

Top Speed : 109 Mph / 175 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : 12.6 s
Acceleration 0 to 1000m : 34 s

BMW E28 5 Series 518i Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight BMW E28 5 Series 518i Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 103.35 inches / 262.5 cm
Length : 181.89 inches / 462 cm
Width : 66.93 inches / 170 cm
Height : 55.71 inches / 141.5 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : 0.36
Curb Weight : 2557 lbs / 1160 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 11 kg/hp

BMW E28 5 Series 518i Interior size, Dimensions BMW E28 5 Series 518i Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats : 5 seats
Trunk / Boot capacity : 16.2 cu-ft / 460 L

BMW E28 5 Series 518i Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension BMW E28 5 Series 518i Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(11.18 inches / 284 mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(11.18 inches / 284 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : 175/SR R14
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : 175/SR R14
Front Suspension : MacPherson struts
Rear Suspension : Semi-trailing arms
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What engine is in BMW E28 5 Series 518i?
The BMW E28 5 Series 518i has a Inline 4, Petrol engine with 1766 cm3 / 107.8 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1981 BMW E28 5 Series 518i have?
The 1981 BMW E28 5 Series 518i has 105 PS / 104 bhp / 77 kW.

How much does a BMW E28 5 Series 518i weighs?
The BMW E28 5 Series 518i weighs 1160 Kg / 2557 lbs.

What is the top speed of a BMW E28 5 Series 518i?
The BMW E28 5 Series 518i top speed is 175 Km/h / 109 mph.

Is BMW E28 5 Series 518i All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the BMW E28 5 Series 518i is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).

How fast is a BMW E28 5 Series 518i?
The {carro} can reach 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 12.6 seconds and has a top speed of 109 mph.