BMW 5 Series 2024– car dimensions: 5060 mm long, 1900 mm wide and 1515 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,850 kg. Braked towing is 2,000 kg.
The cabin centres on the standard BMW Curved Display with a 12.3-inch information screen and 14.9-inch touch control display running iDrive OS 8.5. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come as standard. Automatic climate control is fitted, with dual-zone as base. Parking Assistant is standard and includes front and rear sensors plus reversing camera. Driving Assistant is standard and covers automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning with steering support, and blind-spot or lane-change warning. Basic cruise control is included. adaptive cruise and fuller lane-keeping sit in optional packs.
Boot space is 570 litres with the rear seats up and expands to 1700 litres when the standard 40:20:40 split backrests fold flat. The tailgate is powered and the load sill sits low with a wide opening. Underfloor storage holds the cover and net.
Braked towing capacity is 2000 kg and unbraked is 750 kg, with a 100 kg nose weight. Payload is listed at 660 kg for the 520i Touring. An electrically retractable tow hitch is available as an option and includes Trailer Assistant functions.
The cabin feels spacious with extra shoulder room up front and more leg, shoulder and elbow space in the rear. Standard sports seats give good support and a premium vibe with vegan materials throughout. Optimised acoustic comfort keeps noise low for a quiet ride. An optional fixed panoramic glass roof lets in plenty of light and can open for fresh air.
2.0-litre petrol mild-hybrid system output 208 hp
WLTP combined fuel use 6.1-6.8 l/100 km
Euro NCAP five-star rating
Standard airbags with centre interaction airbag plus DSC
Driving Assistant pack with AEB, lane warnings and blind-spot monitor
Condition Based Service monitoring
The 520i pairs a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with 48-volt mild-hybrid tech for a system total of 208 hp and 330 Nm. Official WLTP combined consumption sits between 6.1 and 6.8 litres per 100 km with CO2 from 137 to 153 g/km depending on wheels and options.
Servicing uses BMW’s Condition Based Service system that tracks oil condition, brake wear and filters then tells you when attention is due. Brake fluid needs changing every two years.
Euro NCAP gives the 5 Series five stars overall with 89 percent adult protection, 85 percent child, 86 percent vulnerable road users and 78 percent safety assist. Standard kit covers multiple airbags including the front centre interaction bag, stability control and the Driving Assistant suite of emergency braking, lane departure warning with return, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.
Everyday living is straightforward with the powered tailgate, 570-to-1,700-litre load bay and 40/20/40 split rear seats that fold flat. The vegan interior surfaces stay easy to clean.
Length 5060 mm, Width 1900 mm, Height 1515 mm, Wheelbase 2995 mm (5 Series 2024-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, BMW Group Media Information, Specifications of the BMW 5 Series Touring, valid from 03/2025 , BMW 520i Touring pages, 60 l tank, DIN/EU unladen weight 1775/1850 kg, 5 doors/5 seats, luggage 570–1700 l, RON 91 petrol, TwinPower Turbo inline-4 with 48V mild hybrid.