BMW 5 Series Touring (G31)
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BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i · Stage 3vsBMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i · Stage 2vsBMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i · Stage 1vsBMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i
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Comparison overview
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BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 3) 276 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.4 s
- Fastest top speed263 km/h163 mph
- Most powerful276 hp206 kW
- Highest torque450 Nm332 lb-ft
- Lightest1,630 kg3,594 lb
- Best power-to-weight169 hp/t126 kW/t5.9 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.5 L/100 km31.4 mpg US37.7 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions141 g/km
- Best estimated range1,097 km682 mi
- Largest trunk570 L
- Best overall score71/100
- Best performance score63/100
- Best economy score90/100
- Best practicality score87/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp |
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| Power | 276hp206kW+92 hp | 239hp178kW+55 hp | 217hp162kW+33 hp | 184hp137kW |
| Torque | 450Nm332lb-ft+160 Nm | 392Nm289lb-ft+102 Nm | 354Nm261lb-ft+64 Nm | 290Nm214lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,630kg3,594lb | 1,630kg3,594lb | 1,630kg3,594lb | 1,630kg3,594lb |
| Gross weight | 2,350kg5,181lb | 2,350kg5,181lb | 2,350kg5,181lb | 2,350kg5,181lb |
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 244 km/h 152 mph | 225 km/h 140 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 68.1s99% target: 260 km/h / 162 mph-9.7 s Calculated | 73.2s99% target: 249 km/h / 155 mph-4.6 s Calculated | 76.2s99% target: 242 km/h / 150 mph-1.6 s Calculated | 77.8s99% target: 223 km/h / 138 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.4s-1.8 s | 7.0s-1.2 s | 7.4s-0.8 s | 8.2s |
| 0-200 km/h | 20.0s-14.6 s Calculated | 23.4s-11.3 s Calculated | 26.3s-8.4 s Calculated | 34.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.1s-1.7 s Calculated | 6.6s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.0s-0.7 s Calculated | 7.8s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.3s-1.6 s Calculated | 14.9s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.3s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.9s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 169hp/t126kW/t77hp/1000 lb Calculated | 147hp/t109kW/t67hp/1000 lb Calculated | 133hp/t99kW/t60hp/1000 lb Calculated | 113hp/t84kW/t51hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 276Nm/t185lb-ft/ton Calculated | 240Nm/t161lb-ft/ton Calculated | 217Nm/t145lb-ft/ton Calculated | 178Nm/t119lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,097km682mi Calculated | 1,097km682mi Calculated | 1,097km682mi Calculated | 1,097km682mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in |
| Length | 4,942mm195in | 4,942mm195in | 4,942mm195in | 4,942mm195in |
| Width | 1,868mm74in | 1,868mm74in | 1,868mm74in | 1,868mm74in |
| Height | 1,498mm59in | 1,498mm59in | 1,498mm59in | 1,498mm59in |
| Wheelbase | 2,975mm117in | 2,975mm117in | 2,975mm117in | 2,975mm117in |
| Trunk volume | 570L | 570L | 570L | 570L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,700L | 1,700L | 1,700L | 1,700L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 68L | 68L | 68L | 68L |
| CO2 emissions | 141g/km | 141g/km | 141g/km | 141g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 3) 276 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 2) 239 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 1) 217 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i 184 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,350-4,250 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,350-4,250 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,350-4,250 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,350-4,250 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.0 s | 7.8 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.4 s | 7.0 s | 7.4 s | 8.2 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 20.0 s | 23.4 s | 26.3 s | 34.7 s |
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 244 km/h 152 mph | 225 km/h 140 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 6.8 s | 7.1 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.5 s | 9.9 s | 10.1 s | 10.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.1 s | 12.6 s | 12.9 s | 13.5 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.3 s | 14.9 s | 15.3 s | 15.9 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 170 km/h 105 mph | 162 km/h 101 mph | 157 km/h 98 mph | 149 km/h 92 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | 276 hp 206 kW |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | 239 hp 178 kW |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | 217 hp 162 kW |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW |
BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 3) 276 hp has 92 hp more than BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i 184 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i 184 hp and BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 3) 276 hp: 92 hp (69 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | 450 Nm 332 lb-ft |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | 392 Nm 289 lb-ft |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | 354 Nm 261 lb-ft |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp | 290 Nm 214 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | 244 km/h 152 mph |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp | 225 km/h 140 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | 6.4 s |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | 7.0 s |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | 7.4 s |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp | 8.2 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 3) 276 hp and BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i 184 hp: 1.8 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 2) 239 hp and BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 1) 217 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | 169 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | 147 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp | 113 hp/t 84 kW/t 8.9 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | 1,097 km 682 mi |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | 1,097 km 682 mi |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | 1,097 km 682 mi |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp | 1,097 km 682 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | 276 hp 206 kW | 6.4 s | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | 239 hp 178 kW | 7.0 s | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | 217 hp 162 kW | 7.4 s | 244 km/h 152 mph |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW | 8.2 s | 225 km/h 140 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 3) 276 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.4 s |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 7.0 s |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 7.4 s |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 8.2 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | 169 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | 147 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp | 113 hp/t 84 kW/t 8.9 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 3)276 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 2)239 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i (Stage 1)217 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G31)520i184 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 276 hp 206 kW | 239 hp 178 kW | 217 hp 162 kW | 184 hp 137 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 450 Nm 332 lb-ft | 392 Nm 289 lb-ft | 354 Nm 261 lb-ft | 290 Nm 214 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.4 s | 7.0 s | 7.4 s | 8.2 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 244 km/h 152 mph | 225 km/h 140 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb | 1,630 kg 3,594 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,097 km 682 mi | 1,097 km 682 mi | 1,097 km 682 mi | 1,097 km 682 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 141 g/km | 141 g/km | 141 g/km | 141 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 570 L 20.1 cu ft | 570 L 20.1 cu ft | 570 L 20.1 cu ft | 570 L 20.1 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 169 hp/t 126 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 147 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 133 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.5 kg/hp | 113 hp/t 84 kW/t 8.9 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 3) 276 hp | BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 2) 239 hp | BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 1) 217 hp | BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i 184 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.85 LC100 km | 10.85 LC100 km | 10.85 LC100 km | 10.85 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,628 LC/year | 1,628 LC/year | 1,628 LC/year | 1,628 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 3) 276 hp
- Has 37 hp more
- Has 58 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 23 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
BMW 5 Series Touring (G31) 520i (Stage 2) 239 hp
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