Especificaciones y análisis del BMW Serie 5
Power
190HP
Torque
240Nm
Consumption
7.9l/100
Emissions
186g/km
0-100 km/h
8.5s
Top Speed
230km/h
Weight
1665kg
Price
46,100€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
RWD
5 / 5 doors
500 L
70 L
140 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the BMW 523i Touring · 190 CV (2008-2010)
General description
The BMW 523i Touring of the E61 generation is much more than a simple family car. It is the embodiment of a near-perfect balance between the versatility a family needs and the pure driving pleasure that only BMW knows how to deliver. A vehicle that makes you feel you haven't given up anything, combining generous space with the soul of a sports sedan.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is an experience that awakens the senses. The 2.5-liter inline-six engine sings a smooth and addictive melody as it revs, delivering its 190 horsepower with exquisite progressiveness. The rear-wheel drive and six-speed manual transmission connect you directly to the asphalt, offering a dynamism and agility that make you forget you're driving a station wagon. Every curve becomes an invitation to enjoy.
Design and aesthetics
Its design, the work of Chris Bangle, remains distinctive and timeless. The flowing lines and elongated silhouette of the Touring give it an elegant and athletic presence. It's not just a practical car; it's a sculpture in motion. The tailgate with its independently opening rear window is a detail of ingenuity and functionality that defines its premium character, masterfully uniting form and function.
Technology and features
For its time, the 523i Touring incorporated advanced technology. Its direct-injection engine with an aluminum and magnesium block was an example of efficiency and lightness. Although its iDrive infotainment system may seem outdated today, it was revolutionary at the time. Elements like the variable-assist steering or the multi-link suspension demonstrate BMW's commitment to innovation in the service of dynamics.
Competition
In the exclusive club of premium station wagons, its main adversaries were the Audi A6 Avant and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate. While its rivals focused more on absolute comfort or all-wheel drive, the BMW 5 Series Touring always stood out for offering the purest and most sporty driving experience in the segment, attracting those who saw the car as more than just a means of transportation.
Conclusion
The BMW 523i Touring is a passionate choice for the pragmatic driver. It's a car that can take the family on vacation with its 500-liter trunk and, at the same time, bring a smile to your face on a lonely mountain road. It represents an era when naturally aspirated engines and mechanical connection were at the heart of the driving experience. A future classic that continues to thrill.