2008 BMW 5 Series - Specs, Features, 0-60 and Top Speed
2008 BMW 5 Series
MSRP$44,600
Specs
- origin countryGermany
- engine3 L
- horsepower230 hp @ 6500 rpm
- torque200 lb.-ft. @ 2750 rpm
- transmission6-Speed Manual
- 0-60 time6.5 sec
- combined fuel economy21 mpg
Trims
performance
zero to 60 mph | 6.5 sec |
top speed | 130 mph |
engines
valvetrain | Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) |
engine cylinder | 6cyl |
transmission | 6-Speed Manual |
engine type | Turbo Inline 6 |
drag coefficient | 0.29 |
valves | 24 |
engine displacement | 183 cu.in. |
engine size | 3 L |
engine horsepower | 230 hp @ 6500 rpm |
engine torque | 200 lb.-ft. @ 2750 rpm |
valve timing | 1 |
cylinder head | Aluminum |
engine block | Aluminum |
MPGs
fuel economy city | 18 mpg |
fuel economy highway | 27 mpg |
fuel economy combined | 21 mpg |
fuel tank capacity | 18.5 gal. |
range in miles | 333/518 mi. |
fuel type | Premium Unleaded |
interiors
cargo capacity all seats in place | 14 cu.ft. |
front headroom | 39.1 in. |
front hiproom | 65.6 in. |
front legroom | 41.5 in. |
front shoulder room | 57.3 in. |
cargo capacity all seats folded | 236.5 cu.ft. |
maximum cargo capacity | 236.5 cu.ft. |
bed length | 50 cu.ft. |
passenger capacity | 5 |
passenger volume | 99.1 cu.ft. |
2nd row headroom | 38.1 in. |
2nd row hiproom | 66.5 in. |
2nd row legroom | 36 in. |
2nd row shoulder room | 57.2 in. |
exterior dimensions
axle ratio | 3.38 |
curb weight | 3505 lbs. |
drag coefficient | 0.29 |
front tread | 61.3 in. |
height | 57.8 in. |
length | 191.1 in. |
rear tread | 62.2 in. |
turning radius | 18.75 in. |
wheelbase | 113.7 in. |
width | 72.7 in. |
towing
fixed tow bar | No |
brake
brake drying | Yes |
electronic brakeforce distribution | Yes |
abs and driveline traction control | 4-Wheel ABS |
power regeneration | No |
front brake | Front And Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes |
rear brake | Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes |
rear brake rotor diam x thickness | 12.6 x 0.79 |
front brake rotor diam x thickness | 12.8 x 1.18 |
transmission
drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
overdrive | No |
standard transmission | 6-Speed Manual |
transmission electronic control | No |
transmission oil cooler | No |
paddle shifters | No |
warranty
basic warranty | 4 yr. / 50000 mi. |
drivetrain warranty | 4 yr. / 50000 mi. |
roadside assistance | Yes |
roadside warranty | 4 yr. / Unlimited mi. |
free maintenance | 4 yr. / 50000 mi. |
rust warranty | 12 yr. / Unlimited mi. |
Other Years

2023 BMW 5 Series
$54,800 - $79,900
2 - 4.4 L0-60: 3.6 - 5.9 sec20 - 28 mpg

2022 BMW 5 Series
$54,200 - $62,250
2 - 3 L0-60: 4.6 - 5.9 sec25 - 28 mpg

2021 BMW 5 Series
$54,200 - $61,750
2 - 3 L0-60: 4.6 - 5.9 sec26 - 28 mpg
2007 BMW 5 Series
$43,500 - $58,500
3 - 4.8 L0-60: 5.4 - 7.9 sec18 - 21 mpg
2006 BMW 5 Series
$42,500 - $57,400
3 - 4.8 L0-60: 5.4 - 7.9 sec16 - 21 mpg