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Overview
The 2012 BMW 5 Series SE is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the New Zealand market on 2nd September 2012. The BMW 5 Series is regarded as a large Car built in Germany with prices starting at $151,600 before on-road costs.
This BMW 5 Series is powered by a 3.0L 6-cylinder engine that has 220 kW of power (at 4400 rpm) and 600 Nm of torque (at 1750 rpm) via an Eight-speed Automatic transmission. BMW claims the 5 Series SE uses 6.1L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 162g of CO2. It has a 70L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1148km per full tank
The BMW 5 Series measures 1464mm (57.6 inches) in height, 4899mm (192.9 inches) in length, 1860mm (73.2 inches) in width with a 2968mm (116.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1750kg (3858.1 lbs) of unladen weight. The 5 Series SE comes standard with 245/45 Rnull front tyres and 245/45 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2012 BMW 5 Series SE has a 141mm ground clearance with a 2000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
78.72 - 180.33 kW/t
78.72 kW/t
220.32 kW/t
Boot Space
520 - 590 litres
451 litres
590 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.2 - 10.4 L/100km
5.2 L/100km
12.5 L/100km
Vehicle Range
673 - 1,346 km
560 km
1,346 km
Price
$110,500 - $179,400
$110,500
$229,100
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 years
2 years
6 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,235 - 2,590 kg
1,925 kg
2,590 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 - 2,100 kg
1,500 kg
2,100 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
141 - 145 mm
117 mm
145 mm
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Dimensions
4,899 mm
1,860 mm
1,464 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,899 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,860 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,464 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,968 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,950 mm |
| Load Capacity | 610 mm |
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Explore BMW 5 Series Features & Specs
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Cruise Control
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Back Of Front Seats
Front Digital Television: yes
Front DVD: yes
Location: Front
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Adjustment Head Restraint: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 9
Number of Memorised Passenger Seat Positions: 9
Adjustment Settings: 3
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Front & Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Rear
Reading Lights
Location: Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Type: Automatic
Telematics
Manufacturer Name: Bmw Assist
Months Subscription Included: 6
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 162
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.0
Engine (cc): 2993
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 88.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.4
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1148
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 713
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 16.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 46
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 39
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 19.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 55
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 46
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 30
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.1
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 299
Maximum Power (kW): 220
Maximum Torque (Nm): 600
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Code: 8hp70
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: F01
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Spoiler
Location: Front
Location: Trunk/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 520
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11950
Front Track (in): 63.0
Front Track (mm): 1600
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.6
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 141
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 39.2
Overall Height (in): 57.6
Overall Height (mm): 1464
Overall Length (in): 192.9
Overall Length (mm): 4899
Overall Width (in): 73.2
Overall Width (mm): 1860
Rear Track (in): 64.1
Rear Track (mm): 1627
Wheelbase (in): 116.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2968
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.5
Front Headroom (mm): 1028
Rear Headroom (in): 38.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 973
Front Hip Room (in): 59.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1518
Rear Hip Room (in): 58.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1485
Front Shoulder Room (in): 58.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1480
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1427
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Speed Dependent: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Projector Beam
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Location: Side
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Wide Angle Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2360
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5203
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1750
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3858
Tare Weight (kg): 1699
Audio System
Brand Name: Bang & Olufsen
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Front-Rear Fader: yes
Graphic Equaliser: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
Seek Scan: yes
System Type: Stereo
Watts Per Channel: 75
Disc Player
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
Glove Box Media Type: CD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 12
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20050322
ANCAP Overall: 4.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: 1
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 520i Sedan
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Overtaking Sensor
Manufacturer Name: Lane Change Warning System
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 9
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Shoulder Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 9
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Shoulder Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Air Conditioning
Type: Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 4
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Individual Rear Digital Display: yes
Individual Rear Location: Individual Rear
Passenger Seat Digital Display: yes
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Active Carbon Filter: yes
Automatic Recirculation: yes
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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