But, the enthusiast's favorite part of the 528i is still its taut precision and sheer driving thrill. Other competitors can boast more roominess or greater power, but none seems to blend a prestigious driving environment with inspiringly capable sport characteristics quite like a BMW 5-Series. And with the upcoming 540i, Bayerische Motoren Werke remains relentless in that pursuit.
Tech DataBMW 528i
| GENERAL/POWERTRAIN |
| Body style | 4-door, 5-passenger |
| Vehicle configuration | Front engine, rear drive |
| Airbag | Dual front and side |
| Engine configuration | I-6, DOHC, |
| | 4 valves/cylinder |
| Engine displacement, ci/cc | 170/2793 |
Horsepower,
hp @ rpm, SAE net | 190 @ 5300 |
Torque,
lb-ft @ rpm, SAE net | 207 @ 3950 |
| Transmission | 5-speed man./4-speed auto. |
| Axle ratio, man./auto. | 4.10:1/2.93:1 |
| DIMENSIONS |
| Wheelbase, in./mm | 111.4/2830 |
| Length, in./mm | 188.0/4775 |
| Base curb weight, man./auto., lb | 3428/3483 |
| Fuel capacity, gal. | 18.5 |
| CHASSIS |
| Suspension, f/r | MacPherson strut, coil springs, |
| | anti-roll bar/multilink, |
| | coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Steering | Rack and pinion, power assist |
| Brakes, f/r | Vented discs/vented discs, ABS |
| Wheels | 15 x 7.0-inch, aluminum alloy |
| Tires | Continental Ecocontact CP, 225/60HR15 |
| PRICE |
| Base price (est.) | $39,000 |