BMW 5 Series Touring (E34) (1991–1997)
The BMW 5 Series Touring (E34) was offered with 10 engine versions (8 gasoline, 2 diesel), from 113 to 340 hp, built 1991–1997.
EnlargeProduction years1991–1997
Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length185.8 in (4,720 mm)
Width68.9 in (1,751 mm)
Height55.8 in (1,417 mm) – 56.0 in (1,422 mm)
Cargo volume16.2 cu ft (460 l)
Fuel tank21.1 gal (80 l)
All BMW 5 Series Touring (E34) engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 520i (150 hp) | 1991–1997 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | 140 lb-ft (190 Nm) | 11.3 s | 127 mph (205 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 525 tds (143 hp) | 1991–1997 | Diesel | 143 hp (105 kW) | 192 lb-ft (260 Nm) | 11.6 s | 126 mph (202 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 525i (192 hp) | 1991–1997 | Gasoline | 192 hp (141 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 9.2 s | 137 mph (221 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 525 Xi (192 hp) | 1992–1997 | Gasoline | 192 hp (141 kW) | 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) | 10 s | 134 mph (215 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| 530i V8 (218 hp) | 1992–1997 | Gasoline | 218 hp (160 kW) | 214 lb-ft (290 Nm) | 8.3 s | 141 mph (227 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 518i (113 hp) | 1993–1994 | Gasoline | 113 hp (83 kW) | Rear-wheel drive | ||||
| 525 td (115 hp) | 1993–1997 | Diesel | 115 hp (85 kW) | 164 lb-ft (222 Nm) | 13.7 s | 117 mph (188 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 540i (286 hp) | 1993–1997 | Gasoline | 286 hp (210 kW) | 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) | 6.4 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| M5 3.8 (340 hp) | 1994–1997 | Gasoline | 340 hp (250 kW) | Rear-wheel drive | ||||
| 518i (115 hp) | 1995–1996 | Gasoline | 115 hp (85 kW) | 124 lb-ft (168 Nm) | 13.2 s | 119 mph (192 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.