BMW 5 Series 2003-2012 Specifications

The BMW 5 Series 2003-2012 has 2 Diesel Engine and 4 Petrol Engine on offer. The Diesel engine is 1995 cc and 2993 cc while the Petrol engine is 2497 cc and 1997 cc and 2996 cc and 2979 cc . It is available with Automatic transmission.Depending upon the variant and fuel type the 5 Series 2003-2012 has a mileage of 10.6 to 18.48 kmpl. The 5 Series 2003-2012 is a 5 seater 6 cylinder car and has length of 4841mm, width of 1846mm and a wheelbase of 2888mm.

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Key specifications of BMW 5 Series 2003-2012

ARAI Mileage	11.62 kmpl
City Mileage	8.31 kmpl
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Displacement	2979 cc
No. of Cylinders	6
Max Power	306bhp@5800rpm
Max Torque	400Nm@1200-5000rpm
Seating Capacity	5
Transmission Type	Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	70 Litres
Body Type	Wagon

Key features of BMW 5 Series 2003-2012

Power Steering	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes
Air Conditioner	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes
Fog Lights - Front	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes

BMW 5 Series 2003-2012 specifications

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines	In-Line Engine
Displacement The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)	2979 cc
Max Power Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.	306bhp@5800rpm
Max Torque The load-carrying ability of an engine, measured in Newton-metres (Nm) or pound-foot (lb-ft). More is better.	400Nm@1200-5000rpm
No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.	6
Valves Per Cylinder The number of intake and exhaust valves in each engine cylinder. More valves per cylinder means better engine breathing and better performance but it also adds to cost.	4
Fuel Supply System Responsible for delivering fuel from the fuel tank into your internal combustion engine (ICE). More sophisticated systems give you better mileage.	CRDI
Turbo Charger A device that forces more air into an internal combustion engine. More air can burn more fuel and make more power. Turbochargers utilise exhaust gas energy to make more power.
Super Charge A device that forces more air into an internal combustion engine. More air can burn more fuel and make more power. Superchargers utilise engine power to make more power.
Transmission Type	Automatic
Gearbox The component containing a set of gears that supply power from the engine to the wheels. It affects speed and fuel efficiency.	8 Speed Sport

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type	Petrol
Petrol Mileage ARAI	11.62 kmpl
Petrol Fuel Tank Capacity The total amount of fuel the car's tank can hold. It tells you how far the car can travel before needing a refill.	70 Litres
Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.	Euro IV
Top Speed The maximum speed a car can be driven at. It indicates its performance capability.	236km/hr kmph
Drag Coefficient A measure of how much air pressure a car faces as it moves through the air. It affects the fuel efficiency and the speed of the car.	0.28c

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.	Double joint spring-strut axle
Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.	Aluminium integral axle
Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.	Power
Front Brake Type Specifies the type of braking system used on the front wheels of the car, like disc or drum brakes. The type of brakes determines the stopping power.	Ventilated discs
Rear Brake Type Specifies the type of braking system used on the rear wheels, like disc or drum brakes, affecting the car's stopping power.	Ventilated discs
Acceleration The rate at which the car can increase its speed from a standstill. It is a key performance indicator.	5.9 seconds
0-100kmph The rate at which the car can increase its speed from a standstill. It is a key performance indicator.	5.9 seconds

Dimensions & Capacity

Length The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.	4841 mm
Width The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors	1846 mm
Height The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces	1468 mm
Seating Capacity The maximum number of people that can legally and comfortably sit in a car.	5
Wheel Base Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .	2888 mm
Front Tread The distance from the centre of the left tyre to the centre of the right tyre of a four-wheeler's front wheels. Also known as front track. The relation between the front and rear tread/track numbers decides a cars stability.	1484 mm
Rear Tread The distance from the centre of the left tyre to the centre of the right tyre of a fourwheeler's rear wheels. Also known as Rear Track. The relation between the front and rear Tread/Track numbers dictates a cars stability	1496 mm
Kerb Weight Weight of the car without passengers or cargo. Affects performance, fuel efficiency, and suspension behaviour.	1700 kg
Gross Weight The gross weight of a car is the maximum weight that a car can carry which includes the weight of the car itself, the weight of the passengers, and the weight of any cargo that is being carried. Overloading a car is unsafe as it effects handling and could also damage components like the suspension.	2310 kg
No. of Doors The total number of doors in the car, including the boot if it's considered a door. It affects access and convenience.	4

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.
Air Conditioner A car AC is a system that cools down the cabin of a vehicle by circulating cool air. You can select temperature, fan speed and direction of air flow.
Heater A heating function for the cabin. A handy feature in cold climates.
Adjustable Steering Allows the driver to adjust the position of the steering wheel to their liking. This can be done in two ways: Tilt and/or Reach
Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.
Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.
Remote Trunk Opener A feature to open the trunk remotely for convenience. Useful when your hands are full, and you need to access the trunk without manually unlocking or lifting it.
Remote Fuel Lid Opener A feature that allows the driver to open the car's fuel cap cover from inside the car or with a remote. Makes opening the fuel lid convenient.
Low Fuel Warning Light A dashboard indicator that alerts the driver when the fuel level is low. Gives a reminder to refill fuel to avoid stalling.
Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.
Trunk Light Lighting for the boot area. It usually turns on automatically when the boot is opened.
Vanity Mirror A mirror, usually located behind the passenger sun shade, used to check one's appearance. More expensive cars will have these on the driver's side and some cars even have this feature for rear seat passengers too.
Rear Reading Lamp A light provided in the rear seating area of the car. It allows passengers to read or see in the dark without disturbing the driver.
Rear Seat Headrest Adjustable cushions on the top of the rear seats that provide head support for passengers. They increase the comfort and safety of passengers.
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest A foldable armrest for the rear passengers, usually in the middle, which also comprises cup holders or other small storage spaces. When not in use, it can be folded back into the seat, so that an additional occupant can be seated.
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts A type of seat belt on which the height can be adjusted, to help improve comfort.
Rear AC Vents Dedicated AC vents for the rear passengers, usually located between the front seats. Helps cool the rear compartment, while offering passengers the option to control the flow. Some rear AC vents allow for fan speed control.
Lumbar Support Additional support for the lower back in the car seats. It is adjustable (manual or powered), allowing users to adjust the level of support according to their preference.
Cruise Control An electronic system that automatically maintains the car's speed set by the driver, reducing the need for constant pedal use. Useful feature for long highway drives.
Parking Sensors Sensors on the vehicle's exterior that use either ultrasonic or electromagnetic waves bouncing off objects to alert the driver of obstacles while parking.
KeyLess Entry A sensor-based system that allows you to unlock and start the car without using a physical key.

Interior

Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed.
Leather Seats
Fabric Upholstery Seat coverings made from cloth. Affects comfort and interior style.
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others.
Digital Clock Refers to a display that shows the current time in a digital (numerical) format.
Outside Temperature Display
Cigarette Lighter
Digital Odometer A meter that keeps track of the total kilometres a vehicle has travelled. This cannot be reset by an owner and serves as a record for tracking service intervals and waranty validity, and also is important when selling the vehicle.

Exterior

Adjustable Headlamps
Fog Lights - Front Extra lights at the front of the car that improve visibility in foggy conditions. Useful during low visibility conditions under foggy weather.
Fog Lights - Rear Extra lights at the back of the car that make it more visible to other drivers in foggy conditions.
Rain Sensing Wiper Windshield wipers that activate on their own when they detect rain. Removes the need to turn the wipers ON/OFF when the rain starts/stops.
Rear Window Wiper A device that cleans the rear window with the touch of a button. Helps enhance visibility in bad weather.
Rear Window Washer A small nozzle that sprays water to clean the rear windshield. Helps in better cleaning of the rear windshield and improves rear visibility.
Rear Window Defogger A heating element in the rear window to remove fog and melt frost from the rear window.
Wheel Covers
Alloy Wheels Lightweight wheels made of metals such as aluminium. Available in multiple designs, they enhance the look of a vehicle.
Power Antenna
Tinted Glass Windows with a transparent thin film for privacy and to reduce sunlight. Saves the car interiors from direct sunlight. Also reduces glare and improves visibility during the day.
Rear Spoiler Increases downforce on the rear end of the vehicle. In most cars, however, they're used simply for looks.
Roof Carrier
Side Stepper Side steppers are a convenience feature, usually offered in vehicles with high floors, to make it easier to step into or out of the car. They are either pemanently fixed near the side of the vehicle or deploy electrically. The latter is usually only with luxury cars.
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators An additional turn indicator located on the outside mirror of a vehicle that warns both oncoming and following traffic.
Integrated Antenna
Sun Roof A glass panel on the roof of a vehicle, either just over the front seats or extending further backward towards the rear.
Alloy Wheel Size The diameter of the car's alloy wheels. Alloy wheels are lighter and better looking than standard wheels, not including tyres.	17 Inch
Tyre Size The dimensions of the car's tyres indicating their width, height, and diameter. Important for grip and performance.	225/55 R17
Tyre Type Tells you the kind of tyres fitted to the car, such as all-season, summer, or winter. It affects grip and performance in different conditions.	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size The diameter of the car's wheels, not including the tyres. It affects the car's ride, handling, and appearance.	8 J x 17 Inch

Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.
Brake Assist
Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.
Power Door Locks A system that allows the driver to lock and unlock all car doors with the push of a button.
Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.
Anti-Theft Alarm An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it.
Driver Airbag An inflatable air bag located within the steering wheel that automatically deploys during a collision, to protect the driver from physical injury
Passenger Airbag An inflatable safety device designed to protect the front passenger in case of a collision. These are located in the dashboard.
Side Airbag
Side Airbag-Rear
Day & Night Rear View Mirror A rearview mirror that can be adjusted to reduce glare from headlights behind the vehicle at night.
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror The outside rear view mirror placed on the passenger side.
Xenon Headlamps
Rear Seat Belts Safety belts for passengers sitting in the rear seats of the car.
Seat Belt Warning A warning buzzer that reminds passengers to buckle their seat belts.
Door Ajar Warning A function that alerts the driver when any of the doors are open or not properly closed.
Side Impact Beams Structural components in a car designed to absorb and distribute impact energy during a side collision.
Front Impact Beams Structural components in a car designed to absorb and distribute impact energy during a front collision.
Traction Control
Adjustable Seats Seats that can be reclined, or adjusted front/back or up/down. The levels of adjustability depends on the car's segment/price.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This feature monitors the pressure inside each tyre, alerting the driver when one or more tyre loses pressure.
Vehicle Stability Control System A system that helps prevent the car from skidding or losing control by applying brakes to individual wheels. Useful in case of emergency high-speed manoeuvres.
Engine Immobilizer A security feature that prevents unauthorized access to the car's engine.
Crash Sensor Sensors that detect a car crash and activate safety features like airbags and automatic emergency calls.
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank A fuel tank that is placed in the centre of the car instead of the rear
Engine Check Warning A warning light that indicates potential issues with the car's engine.

Entertainment & Communication

Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.
Audio System Remote Control A remote to control the car's audio system without reaching for the dashboard. Makes controlling the audio system easy from all seats inside the car.

Engine & Transmission
Fuel & Performance
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Dimensions & Capacity
Comfort & Convenience
Interior
Exterior
Safety
Entertainment & Communication

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