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1998 BMW 5-Series Specs

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1998 BMW 5-Series
MSRP Range:$38,900  |  Show Me Dealer Pricing
Fuel Economy: 20 city / 28 hwy mpg
Transmissions: 4 Speed Automatic; 5 Speed Manual
Drivetrains: Rear Wheel Drive
Select Trim:
  5-Series 528I Sedan Performance Specs  
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2,793 cc 2.8 liters 6 in-line front longitudinal engine with 84 mm bore, 84 mm stroke, 10.2 compression ratio, cast iron block, light alloy head, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder
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Premium unleaded fuel
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Fuel economy EPA highway (l/100km): 8.4
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Multi-point injection fuel system
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70 liter fuel tank
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Power: 142 kW , 190 HP @ 5,300 rpm; 206 ft lb , 279 Nm @ 3,950 rpm
  5-Series 528I Sedan Handling Specs  
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ABS
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4.1:1 axle ratio
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Four disc brakes including four ventilated discs
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Electronic traction control via engine management
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Immobilizer
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Fullsize alloy rim spare wheel
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Strut front suspension with stabilizer bar independent with coil springs , multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar independent with coil springs
  5-Series 528I Sedan Exterior Specs  
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Black/grey body side molding
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Front and rear body color bumpers with rubbing strip
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Chrome/bright trim around side windows, on side of body and on bumpers
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Coefficient of drag: 0.3
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Driver power heated body color door mirrors , passenger power heated body color door mirrors with automatic
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External dimensions: overall length (mm): 4,775, overall width (mm): 1,801, overall height (mm): 1,435, wheelbase (mm): 2,830, front track (mm): 1,511, rear track (mm): 1,527 and curb to curb turning circle (mm): 11,369
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Front fog lights
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Projector beam lens halogen bulb twin headlights
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Heated door locks or key
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Luxury trim leather on gearknob
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Metallic paint , black paint , gloss paint
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Rear window
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Tinted glass
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Weights: gross vehicle weight rating (kg) 2,025 and curb weight (kg) 1,565
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Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe
  5-Series 528I Sedan Interior Specs  
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Air conditioning with climate control
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Diversity antenna
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Remote control anti-theft protection
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Front illuminated ashtray , rear ashtray
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Audio anti-theft protection:
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Stereo manufacturer's own audio system with AM/FM
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Cargo area light
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Cargo capacity: rear seat up; to lower window (liters): 314
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Front seats and rear seats illuminated cigar lighter
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Clock
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Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel
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Dashboard full console , floor full console with covered storage box
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Delayed/fade courtesy lights in footwell
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Cruise control
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Front seats and rear seats cup holders
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Door ajar warning
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Door pockets/bins for driver seat and passenger seat
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External temperature digital display
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Floor covering: carpet in passenger compartment and carpet in load area
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Driver front airbag , passenger front airbag with occupant sensors
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Bucket seat
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3-point reel height adjustable front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat
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Folding front seat center armrest with integral box
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Lockable illuminated glove compartment
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Height adjustable electric adjustable two head restraints on front seats with rotational adjustment , height adjustable two head restraints on rear seats
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Heated washer
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Internal dimensions: front headroom (mm): 983, rear headroom (mm): 960, front leg room (mm): 1,059, rear leg room (mm): 869, front shoulder room (mm): 1,443, rear shoulder room (mm): 1,420 and interior volume (liters): 2,619
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Low fuel level warning
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Low washer fluid level warning
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Memorized adjustment with three settings on door mirror position and steering wheel position with three driver's seat positions
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Remote power locks includes power windows
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Vehicle speed proportional power steering
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Front and rear power windows with two one-touch
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Front and rear reading lights
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3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side, passenger side and center side
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Folding rear seat center armrest
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Bench fixed three rear seats
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Rear view mirror
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Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls
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Mechanical remote fuel filler door release
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Electric remote trunk/hatch release
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Roof airbag
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Front seat back storage
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Vinyl seat upholstery with additional vinyl
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Seating: five seats
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Service interval indicator
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Front side airbag
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Ten speakers
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Leather covered steering wheel
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Tachometer
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Driver and passenger illuminated vanity mirror
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Ventilation system with digital controls, push button heater controls, variable fan speeds, recirculation setting and micro filter
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