1995-2003
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Considered by many the best 5 Series ever built. The E39 achieved a near-perfect balance of comfort, dynamics, and build quality that defined the executive sedan.
History
The E39 M5's 4.9-liter S62 V8 produced 400 hp — the same engine later used in the Z8. Chassis tuning was supervised by test drivers on the Nürburgring, giving the E39 handling precision unusual for its size.
Timeline
1995Production begins
2003Production ends
Production & Heritage
Production Total1,488,683
DesignerJoji Nagashima
Production Period1995-2003
Estimated Value$10K-$35K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine2.8L Inline-6 (M52)
Power193 hp @ 5,300 rpm
Torque280 Nm
0-60 mph7.1 sec
Top Speed236 km/h
Transmission5-speed automatic
DrivetrainRWD
Weight1,540 kg
Drag CoefficientCd 0.3
BodySteel unibody monocoque with aluminium front subframe
Engine Details
Engine CodeM52B28
Displacement2.8L (2,793 cc)
Bore x Stroke84 x 84 mm
Compression10.2
Valves24
Fuel SystemBosch sequential multi-point fuel injection
Engine ManagementSiemens MS42
Performance
0-100 km/h7.5 sec
0-60 mph7.1 sec
Top Speed236 km/h
Fuel Economy9.9 l/100km combined
Weight-to-Power8.0 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length4,775 mm
Width1,800 mm
Height1,435 mm
Wheelbase2,830 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionAluminium double-pivot spring strut
Rear SuspensionIntegral link independent (aluminium components)
Front BrakesVentilated discs 296mm
Rear BrakesSolid discs 298mm
SteeringRecirculating ball (power-assisted)
Tires225/55 R16
Wheels7J x 16
Stability SystemsABS, ASC+T
Drivetrain
Gear Ratios4.23 / 2.52 / 1.66 / 1.22 / 1.00 (Getrag S5D 250G)
Final Drive2.93
Capacity
Fuel Tank70 L
Trunk Volume460 L
Doors4
Seats5
Source: BMW AG / Wikipedia
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Designed by Joji Nagashima
From the 1990s
