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2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi

The 2008 BMW 5 Series 528xi is a 230-hp 3.0-liter inline-6 with a 6-speed manual. It starts at $46,800 MSRP.

It makes 230 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 200 lb-ft of torque at 2750 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway.

The 5 Series measures 191.1 inches long on a 113.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,770 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$46,800 ($70,646 *)
Engine
Engine TypeNaturally Aspirated 3.0L Inline-6
Displacement3 L
Horsepower230 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque200 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 24V
Bore and Stroke85 x 88 mm
Compression Ratio10.7:1
Injection TypeEFI
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAll Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission6-Speed Manual
1st Gear4.35
2nd Gear2.5
3rd Gear1.66
4th Gear1.23
5th Gear1
6th Gear0.85
Reverse3.93
Final Drive3.46
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway25 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded
Tank Capacity18.5 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble-Pivot
Rear Suspension4-link Integral
Turning Diameter39 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.8 x 1.18 in
Rear Brake Disc12.6 x 0.79 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.5 in
Wheels Rear17 x 7.5 in
Tires FrontP225/50VR17
Tires RearP225/50VR17
Dimensions & Weight
Length191.1 in
Width72.7 in
Height58.3 in
Wheelbase113.7 in
Front Track61.3 in
Rear Track62.2 in
Cargo Volume14 ft³
Curb Weight3,770 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.1 in
Headroom Rear38.1 in
Legroom Front41.5 in
Legroom Rear36 in
Shoulder Room Front57.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear57.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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