Among the 18 grand tourers 2023–2027, the 520i ranks 12th of 18 in Combined consumption (6.4 L/100, behind the Mercedes E 220 d), 14th of 18 in 0–100 km/h (7.5 s, behind the Audi RS6 Performance Avant).
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520i
208 hp, 7,5 s 0-100 : among the 18 grand tourers 2023–2027, the 520i ranks 12th of 18 in Combined consumption, 14th of 18 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
208hp
330 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
7.5s
VMax 230 km/h
Cons.
6.4L
/100 km
Tank
-L
Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW 520i
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
| Architecture | 4 cyl. |
| Displacement | 1,998 cm³ |
| Power | 208 hp |
| Couple | 330 Nm |
| Gearbox | Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique |
| Transmission | Propulsion |
Consumption
| Cons. WLTP | 6.4 L/100km |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 7,5 s |
| VMax | 230 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 5,060 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm |
| Boot | 520 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,725 kg |
| Cd | 0.24 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 144 g/km |
Caralogy Methodology
Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance
Among the 18 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
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Fuel consumption: 6.4 L/100 L/100 (12th of 18 in Combined consumption)
The 520i consumes 6.4 L/100 on the WLTP combined cycle. The segment reference is the Mercedes E 220 d (5.4 L/100).
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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 →Segment positioning
Where the 520i stands against grand tourers
Comparison across 18 grand tourers marketed between 2023–2027.
Combined consumption12e / 18
6.4 L/100
Min 12 L/100 · Audi RS6 Performance AvantMax 5.4 L/100 · Mercedes E 220 d
0–100 km/h14e / 18
7,5 s
Min 8,3 s · Audi A6 Avant TFSI S tronic 150 kWMax 3,4 s · Audi RS6 Performance Avant
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
A6 Avant TFSI S tronic 150 kW204 hp · 0-100 8.3 s
A6 Sedan204 hp · 0-100 8.2 s
A6 45 TFSI245 hp · 0-100 6.4 s
S90 B5 AWD250 hp · 0-100 6.6 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.
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Mercedes E 220 d leads in Combined consumption (5.4 L/100 vs 6.4 L/100). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 520i vs Mercedes E 220 d 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.