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2024 BMW 520i review
The new BMW 5 Series only has one petrol engine option in Australia – which will leave traditionalists longing for more.
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Scott Collie
BMW 5 Series vs GWM Tank 300 Comparison
BMW 5 Series
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2024 BMW
5 Series
vs
2024 GWM
Tank 300
Select Variants...
How they stack...
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
60L
390 km
75L
713 to 773 km
Warranty
3 year - 5 year
warranty
warranty
7 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$114,900 - $134,900
$46,990 - $60,990
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Show-stopping interior
- Ultra refined driving dynamics
- Engine packs a punch for a four-pot...
Misses
- ...but not compared to what the 5er has usually offered
- More expensive than ever
- Higher-tech interior isn't easier to navigate
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Tough looks, plush cabin
- Boosted performance
- Capable 4x4 underpinnings
Misses
- Unbearable lane-keep assistant
- $10,000 premium over petrol version
- Thirsty in real-world conditions
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- 21 Inch Alloy Wheels (+$3,800)
- Comfort Pack (+$5,700)
- Enhancement Pack - Alternative Pricing (+$10,400)
- Enhancement Pack (+$4,200)
- Enhancement Pack - Special (+$7,800)
NA
Colours Available
Fossil Grey is standard, with the following finishes a $595 option:
- Dusk Orange
- Lunar Red
- Crystal Black
- Pearl White
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIESEL DIR INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1998 - 2993 | 1967 - 1998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.0L, 2.0L | 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| INLINE 6, TURBO 4 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 - 24 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 153kW - 223kW | 162kW - 180kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 4000 - 4400 | 5500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 330Nm - 670Nm | 380Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 | 1700 - 1800 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 11.6 - 16.5 | 9.6 - 12 | |
