1997 BMW 5 Series 528i
The 1997 BMW 5 Series 528i is a 190-hp 2.8-liter inline-6 with a 5-speed manual. It starts at $38,900 MSRP.
It makes 190 horsepower at 5,300 rpm and 206 lb-ft of torque at 3950 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
The 5 Series measures 188.0 inches long on a 111.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,450 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $38,900 ($78,769 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Naturally Aspirated 2.8L Inline-6 |
| Displacement | 2.8 L |
| Horsepower | 190 hp @ 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | 206 lb-ft @ 3950 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 24V |
| Bore and Stroke | 84 x 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Injection Type | EFI |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| 1st Gear | 4.2 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.49 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.66 |
| 4th Gear | 1.24 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| Reverse | 3.89 |
| Final Drive | 2.93 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 18.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent w/Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Four-link w/Anti-Roll Bar |
| Turning Diameter | 37.1 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.7 x 0.87 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.7 x 0.79 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 x 7 in |
| Wheels Rear | 15 x 7 in |
| Tires Front | P225/60R15 |
| Tires Rear | P225/60R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 188 in |
| Width | 70.9 in |
| Height | 56.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in |
| Front Track | 59.5 in |
| Rear Track | 60 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,450 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.7 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.9 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars