520i
184 hp, 7,9 s 0-100 : among the 96 grand tourers 2018–2022, the 520i ranks 35th of 96 in Combined consumption, 31th of 94 in Tank range, 93th of 96 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
184hp
290 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
7.9s
VMax 235 km/h
Cons.
5.5L
/100 km
Tank
68L
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Full specifications BMW 520i
Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.
Powertrain
| Architecture | Unknown · 4 cyl. |
| Displacement | 1,998 cm\u00b3 |
| Power | 184 hp |
| Couple | 290 Nm |
| Gearbox | Torque Converter 8 rapports Automatic |
| Transmission | RWD |
Consumption
| Cons. WLTP | 5,5 L/100km |
| Tank | 68 L |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 7,9 s |
| VMax | 235 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,963 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm |
| Width | 1,868 mm |
| Height | 1,479 mm |
| Boot | 530 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,610 kg |
| Cd | 0.23 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 125 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 96 grand tourers, the 520i ranks (mid-table) in fuel consumption. Caralogy simulates its real-world cost: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis · tailored to this vehicle
Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
Good compromise for regular use without available charging infrastructure. 31th of 94 in Tank range (1236 km).
Less suitable for
Some metrics lag behind the segment. Check the rankings above to identify weak points.
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is Combined consumption, the Bmw 520d (1st with 4.3 L/100) takes the lead. If the priority is Tank range, the Bmw 520d (1st with 1535 km) takes the lead.
Fuel consumption: 5.5 L/100 L/100 (35th of 96 in Combined consumption)
The 520i consumes 5.5 L/100 on the WLTP combined cycle. The segment reference is the Bmw 520d (4.3 L/100).
Tank range: 1236 km (31th of 94 in Tank range)
On a full tank, the 520i covers 1236 km on the combined cycle. The segment reference reaches 1535 km.
Go beyond this analysis
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 520i stands against grand tourers
Comparison across 96 grand tourers marketed between 2018–2022.
Combined consumption
35eout of 96
Tank range
31eout of 94
0–100 km/h
93eout of 96
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
A6 Sedan
204 hp · 0-100 8.2 s
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204 hp · 0-100 8.3 s
A6 45 TFSI
245 hp · 0-100 6.4 s
Superb 2.0 TSI 220 7DSG
220 hp · 0-100 6.5 s
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Frequently asked questions
BMW 520i: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
Among the 96 grand tourers 2018–2022, the 520i ranks 35th of 96 in Combined consumption (5.5 L/100, behind the Bmw 520d), 31th of 94 in Tank range (1236 km, behind the Bmw 520d), 93th of 96 in 0–100 km/h (7.9 s, behind the Bmw M5 CS).
1236 km on a full tank (5.5 L/100 on the combined cycle) — 31th of 94 in autonomie du segment.
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Bmw 520d leads in Combined consumption (4.3 L/100 vs 5.5 L/100). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 520i vs Bmw 520d 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.