BMW 5 Series: Introduction
History
Historical overview of the BMW 5 Series
- E12 (1972-1981)
- E28 (1981-1987)
- E34 (1987-1995)
- E39 (1995-2003)
- E60/E61 (2003-2010)
- F10/F11 (2010-2016)
- G30 (SOP late 2016 as 2017 MY)
Overview of system descriptions
Many of the systems used are already known from the current BMW 7 Series G12.
The "Comparison
of G12 with G30" chapter lists the common elements and the differences. The
explanations of the
systems already familiar from the G12 are kept brief. The system descriptions
can be reviewed from
the various technical reference manual's listed below.
Drive comparison G12 with G30
Many G30 systems have already been introduced in the G12. The following table
provides an overview
of the differences and common features between the two series.
Engine designation
The engine designation is used to uniquely identify the various engines. The
following table provides
an overview of the composition of the different engine codes.
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Like in the predecessor, the G30 is offered with optional xDrive all-wheel
drive. All models receive the
8-speed Sport automatic transmission as standard.
Drive overview G30
Engine
Automatic tran
The engines of the G30 are already known from the BMW 7 Series G12. The
following table shows
the common features and differences in terms of power and torque specifications
in the various
performan
Technical data BMW 530i engine
B46B20O0 engine in the G30
Engine highlights B46B20O0
List of the most important special features:
1. Direct rail injection system with 200 bar pressure.
2. 4th gene
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General information
Depending on the equipment version, the vehicle
is delivered with two vehicle keys or one vehicle
key and the BMW display key.
Each vehicle key contains a replaceable battery.
Depending on the equipment and country version,
various settings can be
configured for the button func
Taking into account the repair stages of the BMW workshop information system,
the body repair work
in the Technical Qualification is divided into 3 repair levels. Each of the 3
Body Repair Levels includes
certain prerequisites in terms of the qualifications of the employees and the
workshop equip