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2012 BMW 5 Series ActiveHybrid 5 RWD

The 2012 BMW 5 Series ActiveHybrid 5 RWD is a 335-hp 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-6 with an 8-speed automatic. It starts at $60,950 MSRP.

It makes 335 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 330 lb-ft of torque at 1300-5000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 30 mpg highway.

The 5 Series measures 193.1 inches long on a 116.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,365 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$60,950 ($86,275 *)
Engine
Engine TypeTurbocharged Gas/Electric I6
Displacement3 L
Horsepower335 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Torque330 lb-ft @ 1300-5000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 24V
Bore and Stroke84 x 89.6 mm
Compression Ratio10.2:1
Injection TypeDirect Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission8-Speed Automatic
1st Gear4.71
2nd Gear3.14
3rd Gear2.11
4th Gear1.67
5th Gear1.29
6th Gear1
7th Gear0.84
8th Gear0.67
Reverse3.32
Final Drive2.99
Fuel Economy
City23 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded
Tank Capacity18.5 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMulti-Link Double-Wishbone
Rear SuspensionMulti-Link Integral-V
Brakes
Front Brake Disc13.7 x 1.4 in
Rear Brake Disc13.6 x 0.9 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front18 x 8.0 in
Wheels Rear18 x 8.0 in
Tires FrontP245/45R18
Tires RearP245/45R18
Dimensions & Weight
Length193.1 in
Width73.2 in
Height57.6 in
Wheelbase116.9 in
Front Track63 in
Rear Track64.1 in
Ground Clearance5.6 in
Cargo Volume13.2 ft³
Curb Weight4,365 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.1 in
Headroom Rear38 in
Legroom Front41.4 in
Legroom Rear36.1 in
Shoulder Room Front58.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear56.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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