BMW 5 Series Touring (G61)
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Comparison overview
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BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.1 s
- Fastest top speed270 km/h168 mph Unrestricted260 km/h162 mph Restricted
- Most powerful285 hp213 kW
- Highest torque481 Nm354 lb-ft
- Lightest1,775 kg3,913 lb
- Best power-to-weight161 hp/t120 kW/t6.2 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK
- Best estimated range882 km548 mi
- Largest trunk570 L
- Best overall score73/100
- Best performance score66/100
- Best economy score89/100
- Best practicality score87/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp |
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| Power | 285hp213kW+95 hp | 247hp184kW+57 hp | 224hp167kW+34 hp | 190hp142kW |
| Torque | 481Nm354lb-ft+171 Nm | 419Nm309lb-ft+109 Nm | 378Nm279lb-ft+68 Nm | 310Nm229lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,775kg3,913lb | 1,775kg3,913lb | 1,775kg3,913lb | 1,775kg3,913lb |
| Gross weight | 2,435kg5,368lb | 2,435kg5,368lb | 2,435kg5,368lb | 2,435kg5,368lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 260 km/h162 mph Calculated | 249 km/h 155 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 222 km/h 138 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 67.8s99% target: 267 km/h / 166 mph-5.1 s Calculated | 69.0s99% target: 247 km/h / 153 mph-3.9 s Calculated | 72.0s99% target: 240 km/h / 149 mph-0.9 s Calculated | 72.9s99% target: 220 km/h / 137 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1s-1.8 s | 6.6s-1.2 s | 7.0s-0.8 s | 7.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.7s-15.6 s Calculated | 22.7s-11.6 s Calculated | 25.4s-8.9 s Calculated | 34.3s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8s-1.6 s Calculated | 6.3s-1.1 s Calculated | 6.7s-0.7 s Calculated | 7.4s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.0s-1.7 s Calculated | 14.6s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.0s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.6s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 161hp/t120kW/t73hp/1000 lb Calculated | 139hp/t104kW/t63hp/1000 lb Calculated | 126hp/t94kW/t57hp/1000 lb Calculated | 107hp/t80kW/t49hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 271Nm/t181lb-ft/ton Calculated | 236Nm/t158lb-ft/ton Calculated | 213Nm/t143lb-ft/ton Calculated | 175Nm/t117lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 882km548mi Calculated | 882km548mi Calculated | 882km548mi Calculated | 882km548mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in |
| Length | 5,060mm199in | 5,060mm199in | 5,060mm199in | 5,060mm199in |
| Width | 1,900mm75in | 1,900mm75in | 1,900mm75in | 1,900mm75in |
| Height | 1,515mm60in | 1,515mm60in | 1,515mm60in | 1,515mm60in |
| Wheelbase | 2,995mm118in | 2,995mm118in | 2,995mm118in | 2,995mm118in |
| Front track | 1,634mm64in | 1,634mm64in | 1,634mm64in | 1,634mm64in |
| Rear track | 1,668mm66in | 1,668mm66in | 1,668mm66in | 1,668mm66in |
| Ground clearance | 155mm6in | 155mm6in | 155mm6in | 155mm6in |
| 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 | 60L | 60L | 60L | 60L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 3) 285 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 2) 247 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 1) 224 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i 190 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | 4,400-6,500 rpm | 1,500-4,000 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | 4,400-6,500 rpm | 1,500-4,000 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | 4,400-6,500 rpm | 1,500-4,000 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp | 4,400-6,500 rpm | 1,500-4,000 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.8 s | 6.3 s | 6.7 s | 7.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.0 s | 7.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.7 s | 22.7 s | 25.4 s | 34.3 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 260 km/h162 mph Likely limited | 249 km/h 155 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 222 km/h 138 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.3 s | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 6.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.3 s | 9.7 s | 9.9 s | 10.3 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.9 s | 12.4 s | 12.7 s | 13.2 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.0 s | 14.6 s | 15.0 s | 15.6 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 173 km/h 108 mph | 164 km/h 102 mph | 159 km/h 99 mph | 150 km/h 93 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | 247 hp 184 kW |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | 224 hp 167 kW |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp | 190 hp 142 kW |
BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 3) 285 hp has 95 hp more than BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i 190 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i 190 hp and BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 3) 285 hp: 95 hp (71 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | 481 Nm 354 lb-ft |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | 419 Nm 309 lb-ft |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | 378 Nm 279 lb-ft |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp | 310 Nm 229 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 260 km/h162 mph |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp | 222 km/h 138 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 (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | 6.1 s |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | 6.6 s |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | 7.0 s |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp | 7.8 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 3) 285 hp and BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i 190 hp: 1.8 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 2) 247 hp and BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 1) 224 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 (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 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 (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | 126 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 kg/hp |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp | 107 hp/t 80 kW/t 9.3 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 (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | 882 km 548 mi |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | 882 km 548 mi |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | 882 km 548 mi |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp | 882 km 548 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 (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW | 6.1 s | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 260 km/h162 mph |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | 247 hp 184 kW | 6.6 s | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | 224 hp 167 kW | 7.0 s | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp | 190 hp 142 kW | 7.8 s | 222 km/h 138 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 (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 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 (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp |
| 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp |
| 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp |
| 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp |
| 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 3) 285 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 (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 7.0 s |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 7.8 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 (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | 126 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 kg/hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp | 107 hp/t 80 kW/t 9.3 kg/hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 3)285 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 2)247 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i (Stage 1)224 hp | BMW5 Series Touring (G61)520i190 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 285 hp 213 kW | 247 hp 184 kW | 224 hp 167 kW | 190 hp 142 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 481 Nm 354 lb-ft | 419 Nm 309 lb-ft | 378 Nm 279 lb-ft | 310 Nm 229 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.0 s | 7.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 270 km/h168 mph Restricted 260 km/h162 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 222 km/h 138 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | 1,775 kg 3,913 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 882 km 548 mi | 882 km 548 mi | 882 km 548 mi | 882 km 548 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 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 | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 126 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 kg/hp | 107 hp/t 80 kW/t 9.3 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 (G61) 520i (Stage 3) 285 hp | BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 2) 247 hp | BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 1) 224 hp | BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i 190 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.90 LC100 km | 11.90 LC100 km | 11.90 LC100 km | 11.90 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 19.15 LC100 mi | 19.15 LC100 mi | 19.15 LC100 mi | 19.15 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,020 L269 US gal224 UK gal | 1,020 L269 US gal224 UK gal | 1,020 L269 US gal224 UK gal | 1,020 L269 US gal224 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,785 LC/year | 1,785 LC/year | 1,785 LC/year | 1,785 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Has 38 hp more
- Has 62 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 21 km/h (13 mph) higher top speed
- Has 21 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
BMW 5 Series Touring (G61) 520i (Stage 2) 247 hp
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