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Car Specifications2021 BMW 5 Series
The 2021 BMW 5 Series is a large Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $99,900 for the M Sport variant and topping out at $174,900 for the base variant.
There are 3 variants of the 5 Series available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2020.
The 2021 5 Series was offered with a 5 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the BMW 5 Series include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (135kW/290Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo hybrid (218kW/420Nm) and 4.4L v8 turbo (390kW/750Nm). All variants feature 8-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. Both rear-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $99,900 - $174,900†
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Electric
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or Phev
- Retail Price
- $99,900 - $174,900†
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Electric
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or Phev
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BMW 5 Series
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
Available Variants
The BMW 5 Series comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being M Sport and the most expensive being Base.
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Dimensions
inc mirror: 2,126 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,963 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,868 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,126 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm |
| Load Capacity | 595 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2021 BMW 5 Series
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest BMW 5 Series is the M Sport variant that starts from $99,900.
See all BMW 5 Series PricingThe most expensive BMW 5 Series is the base variant that starts from $174,900.
See all BMW 5 Series PricingThe best towing capacity of a BMW 5 Series is 2000 kg shared by all variants.
See all BMW 5 Series towing capacityThe largest BMW 5 Series is the M Sport variant which measures 1868mm wide, 4963mm in length and sits 1483mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 390kW of power and 750nm of torque are the Pure variants.
The BMW 5 Series is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest BMW 5 Series is the Pure variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2560 kg.
The BMW 5 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Electric.
† 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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