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Car Specifications1999 BMW 5 Series
The 1999 BMW 5 Series is a large Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $89,000 for the base variant and topping out at $170,000 for the S5 variant.
There are 6 variants of the 5 Series available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-1996.
The 1999 5 Series was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the BMW 5 Series include 2.5L in-line 6-cylinder (125kW/245Nm), 2.8L in-line 6-cylinder (142kW/280Nm), 3.5L v8 (180kW/345Nm) and 4.4L v8 (210kW/440Nm). Available with 5-speed manual, 5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $89,000 - $170,000†
- Transmission
- 5-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan or Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $89,000 - $170,000†
- Transmission
- 5-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan or Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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BMW 5 Series
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Available Variants
The BMW 5 Series comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being S5.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,775 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,800 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,830 mm |
| Load Capacity | 460 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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1999 BMW 5 Series
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest BMW 5 Series is the base variant that starts from $89,000.
See all BMW 5 Series PricingThe most expensive BMW 5 Series is the S5 variant that starts from $170,000.
See all BMW 5 Series PricingThe best towing capacity of a BMW 5 Series is 2075 kg offered by the following variants: SE and S5.
See all BMW 5 Series towing capacityThe largest BMW 5 Series is the 523i variant which measures 1800mm wide, 4805mm in length and sits 1440mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 210kW of power and 440nm of torque are the 540i and S5 variants.
The BMW 5 Series is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest BMW 5 Series is the 540i variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2280 kg.
The BMW 5 Series uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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