Price: R1 247 894 0–100 km/h: 7.31 seconds Top speed: 233 km/h Power: 145 kW Torque: 400 N.m CAR Fuel index: 6.72 L/100km CO2 : 147 g/km
So refined, efficient and sophisticated, it’s almost a pity that the 520d is fitted as standard with an M Sport exterior kit
Ian McLaren
Side-lined in favour of EVs in many other markets, BMW’s newest 2.0-litre turbodiesel powertrain is a remarkable piece of engineering
Gareth Dean
As confirmed during the launch drive of the first all-electric 5 Series published on page 48, BMW’s decision to extend the 51-year production run of its award-winning executive sedan at its flagship Plant Dingolfing has allowed the brand to significantly broaden the appeal of this still globally significant package.
Built around a sophisticated modular architecture, this includes the ability to integrate various drivetrain options – such as internal combustion – into the modern 5 Series, with the opportunity to cherry-pick
