520e
204 hp, 52 km electric range, 8,2 s 0-100 : among the 15 grand tourers plug-in hybrid 2019–2023, the 520e ranks 6th of 15 in Electric WLTP range, 3rd of 15 in Combined range, 3rd of 15 in Thermal cons. estimated, 14th of 15 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
204hp
350 Nm · 109 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
8.2s
VMax 218 km/h
Total range
—km
of which 52 km elec
Battery + Tank
11.2kWh
+ 46 L tank
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Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW 520e
Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.
Powertrain
| Architecture | Unknown · 4 cyl. |
| Displacement | 1,998 cm\u00b3 |
| Puissance électrique | 109 hp |
| Combined power | 204 hp |
| Couple | 350 Nm |
| Gearbox | Torque Converter 8 rapports Automatic |
| Transmission | RWD |
Battery and charging
| Battery capacity | 11.2 kWh |
| Range WLTP | 52 km |
| Petrol cons. WLTP | 1,9 L/100km |
| Conso thermique | 5,8 L/100km |
| Tank | 46 L |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 8,2 s |
| VMax | 218 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,963 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm |
| Width | 1,868 mm |
| Height | 1,498 mm |
| Boot | 430 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,900 kg |
| Cd | 0.29 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 43 g/km |
Caralogy Methodology
Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine
Among the 15 grand tourers plug-in hybrid, the 520e combines two vehicles in one: an electric sedan for urban use (mid-table), a petrol tourer for long distances. Caralogy puts the 520e through its paces: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis · tailored to this vehicle
Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
grand tourer plug-in hybrid among the best in segment: 3rd of 15 in Combined range (841 km), 3rd of 15 in Thermal cons. estimated (5.8 L/100).
Less suitable for
Some metrics lag behind the segment. Check the rankings above to identify weak points.
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is Electric WLTP range, the Bmw 530e (1st with 62 km) takes the lead. If the priority is Combined range, the Bmw 530e (1st with 857 km) takes the lead.
In the city: 52 km pure electric ( (mid-table))
With a full battery, the 520e drives in pure electric mode for the first 52 km WLTP — placing it 6th of 15 in Electric WLTP range, behind the Bmw 530e (62 km). In urban and peri-urban use, the 520e behaves like a pure electric sedan in its segment.
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Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.
Running cost for your profile
Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.
Launch simulator →Long-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a trip →Chronos & accélération
0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.
Voir la performance →Duel against a rival
Calibrated drag race, speed stages, comparative technical analysis.
Start a duel →Segment positioning
Where the 520e stands against grand tourers plug-in hybrid
Comparison across 15 grand tourers plug-in hybrid marketed between 2019–2023.
Electric WLTP range
6eout of 15
Combined range
3eout of 15
Thermal cons. estimated
3eout of 15
0–100 km/h
14eout of 15
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Frequently asked questions
BMW 520e: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
Among the 15 grand tourers plug-in hybrid 2019–2023, the 520e ranks 6th of 15 in Electric WLTP range (52 km, behind the Bmw 530e), 3rd of 15 in Combined range (841 km, behind the Bmw 530e), 3rd of 15 in Thermal cons. estimated (5.8 L/100, behind the Bmw 530e), 14th of 15 in 0–100 km/h (8.2 s, behind the Bmw 545e xDrive).
52 km WLTP announced — making it the 6th of 15 in autonomie du segment out of 15 models. The reference is the Bmw 530e (62 km).
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Bmw 530e leads in Electric WLTP range (62 km vs 52 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 520e vs Bmw 530e duel for a detailed comparison.
Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.