BMW 5 Series E28 specs: all versions
1981–1987 · 4 versions in our catalog. Read the full story
- 1.8 l 518i77 kW (105 PS)PetrolSedan
- 2.4 l 524td85 kW (116 PS)DieselSedan
- 2.8 l 528i135 kW (184 PS)PetrolSedan
- 3.5 l M5210 kW (286 PS)PetrolSedan
Engines
| Version | Engine | Power | Torque | Drive | Production years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 518i | 1.8 l · Petrol1,766 cc | 77 kW105 PS · 103 hp | 145 Nm107 lb-ft | Rear-wheel drive | 1981–1987 |
| 524td | 2.4 l · 6 cyl · DieselM21 | 85 kW116 PS · 114 hp | 210 Nm155 lb-ft | Rear-wheel drive | 1983–1988 |
| 528i | 2.8 l · 6 cyl · PetrolM30 | 135 kW184 PS · 181 hp | 240 Nm177 lb-ft | Rear-wheel drive | 1981–1987 |
| M5 | 3.5 l · 6 cyl · PetrolM88/3 | 210 kW286 PS · 282 hp | 340 Nm251 lb-ft | Rear-wheel drive | 1985–1988 |
Dimensions and weight
| Version | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 518i | 4,620 mm181.9 in | 1,700 mm66.9 in | 1,415 mm55.7 in | 2,625 mm103.3 in |
| 524td | 4,620 mm181.9 in | 1,700 mm66.9 in | 1,415 mm55.7 in | 2,625 mm103.3 in |
| 528i | 4,620 mm181.9 in | 1,700 mm66.9 in | 1,415 mm55.7 in | 2,625 mm103.3 in |
| M5 | 4,620 mm181.9 in | 1,700 mm66.9 in | 1,415 mm55.7 in | 2,625 mm103.3 in |