BMW 5-Series Saloon (1981 - 1987) Specs & Dimensions

Follow three simple steps to get to your desired version of the BMW 5-Series Saloon 1981. First, select the trim that you're looking for in the drop-down below. Next, select the engine you're looking for from the second drop-down. Finally, Select the exact version you're looking for. Now, you can get to the full spec details of your perfect BMW 5-Series Saloon 1981.

View detailed specifications by selecting the trim, engine, and version. What do these terms mean?

Trim, engine and version explained

To access the precise data on the BMW 5-Series Saloon 1981 you need to know the trim, engine and version.

Trim:

Most BMW models come in multiple trim levels, with more equipment being fitted the more expensive they are.

Engine:

Similarly, many BMW trim levels are also available with different engine options, some focusing on economy, others on performance.

Version:

Finally, the version is determined by the car's bodystyle, number of doors and whether it has a manual or automatic gearbox.

Step 1 of 3 - Select trim level

Each trim level will have different equipment offerings.
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Step 2 of 3 - Select engine

If the engine you are looking for is not listed, then it may not be available in this trim.
Please select a different trim.
If the engine you are looking for is not listed, then it may not be available in this trim.
Please select a different trim.
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Step 3 of 3 - Select version

Select one of the versions below

  • Available versions to be selected

Select one of the versions below

  • 518i 4d
  • 518i Lux 4d

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 105 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 105 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Select one of the versions below

  • 520i 4d
  • 520i 4d Auto
  • 520i Lux 4d

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 129 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 129 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 129 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Select one of the versions below

  • 525E 4d Auto
  • 525E Lux 4d Auto

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 129 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 129 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Select one of the versions below

  • 525i 4d
  • 525i 4d Auto

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 171 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 171 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Select one of the versions below

  • 528i SE 4d Auto
  • 528i Series 2 4d
  • 528i Series 2 4d Auto

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 184 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 184 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 184 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Select one of the versions below

  • 535i 4d
  • 535i 4d Auto
  • 535i SE 4d
  • 535i SE 4d Auto
  • M535i 4d

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 218 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 31
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 218 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 218 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 218 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm

Brief specification overview

Power (bhp) 218 bhp
0-60mph 0 sec
MPG 0
Miles per tank N/A
Insurance group 0
Road tax £345
Dimensions Length 4622 mm x Width 1701 mm
BMW 5-Series Saloon 1981 trim specs