For the first time the fourth generation of the BMW of the 5th series was presented to the public at the Geneva Motor Show in September 1995. Universal Touring debuted a little later - in 1997.
Compared to BMW E34, noise insulation has improved in the E39 salon, the quality of finishing materials and assembly has increased significantly. Despite the seeming capacity and solid appearance, inside E39 is not so spacious. Like the predecessor, the new "five" was designed around the driver. The rear sofa is not too spacious and is clearly not designed for three people. Places for legs here less than the German classmates, although two passengers will be comfortable from behind. The ceiling is quite low, and the landing in the cabin is not very comfortable - due to the large wheel niche, the doorway is narrowed.
Not very large for a car of this class will also seem the trunk - "total" 460 liters. The luggage department of the wagon also loses classmates - 410 liters against almost 600 liters of Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse. For surcharge Touring was equipped with a luggage compartment advanced floor. Frame with glass in the rear door of the wagon can open up separately from the door itself.
"Charged" version of the "fives" - model M5 from the sports unit BMW Motorsport GmbH saw the light in October 1998. Those who wish to purchase the Bavarian "Wolf" need to be remembered that M5 is an original model that has a number of differences from the usual E39, and this applies not only to the "filling". Some body details have changed, even rearview mirrors have become different. The machine was equipped with a 4,9-liter engine V8 with a capacity of 400 hp, sports suspension, enhanced transmission, as well as a special aerodynamic body kit, which, however, was optionally installed on conventional modifications.
But the B10 5.7 model was the absolute exclusive exclusive, released in 1997 by the BMW Alpina tuning company. 5.7-liter 12-cylinder power unit installed on a car develops power 387 hp And the maximum torque is as much as 560 nm! In total, about 500 cars were released.
At the end of 1999, an assembly of BMW E39 523i and 528i for the Russian market was launched at the Avtotor plant in Kaliningrad. From his German fellow, these cars were distinguished by a special package for "bad" roads and the absence of a catalyst.
In the fall of 2000, the "five" BMW was subjected to modernization.
Restyling versions are distinguished by new headlights with characteristic dimensional lights in the form of rings made on LEDs (the so-called "angel eyes"). The front fog lights changed the shape with a trapezoidal on a round. Bumpers, rotation pointers and rear lights have changed. Moldings began to paint in the body color. The line of power units has been updated.
Specifications BMW 5 E39 2000 Series 2000 - 2003 Sedan
Engine characteristics
| Modifications | Engine volume, cm3 | Power, kW (hp) / about | Cylinders | Torque, nm / (rpm) | Type of fuel system | Type of fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 520d. | 1951 | 100(136)/4000 | L4 (inline location) | 280/1750 | COMMON RAIL. | Diesel |
| 525d. | 2497 | 120(163)/4000 | Inline location - L6 | 350/2000 | COMMON RAIL. | Diesel |
| 530d. | 2926 | 142(193.1)/4000 | Inline location - L6 | 410/1750 | COMMON RAIL. | Diesel |
| 520i | 2171 | 125(170)/6100 | Inline location - L6 | 210/3500 | Multipoint injection | Petrol |
| 525i | 2494 | 141(192)/6000 | Inline location - L6 | 245/3500 | Multipoint injection | Petrol |
| 530i | 2979 | 170(231)/5900 | Inline location - L6 | 300/3500 | Multipoint injection | Petrol |
| 535i | 3498 | 180(245)/5800 | V-shaped: v8 | 345/3800 | Multipoint injection | Petrol |
| 540I. | 4398 | 210(286)/5400 | V-shaped: v8 | 440/3600 | Multipoint injection | Petrol |
Drive and Transmission
| Modifications | type of drive | Transmission type (basic) | Transmission type (optional) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 520d. | Rear drive | 5-MCP | 5-automatic |
| 525d. | Rear drive | 5-MCP | 5-automatic |
| 530d. | Rear drive | 5-MCP | 5-automatic |
| 520i | Rear drive | 5-MCP | 5-automatic |
| 525i | Rear drive | 5-MCP | 5-automatic |
| 530i | Rear drive | 5-MCP | 5-automatic steptronic |
| 535i | Rear drive | 5-automatic | |
| 540I. | Rear drive | 5-automatic |
Brake system and power steering
| Modifications | Type of front brakes | Type of rear brakes | Power steering |
|---|---|---|---|
| 520d. | Ventilated discs | Disk ventilated | there is |
| 525d. | Ventilated discs | Disk ventilated | there is |
| 530d. | Ventilated discs | Disk ventilated | there is |
| 520i | Ventilated discs | Disk ventilated | there is |
| 525i | Ventilated discs | Disk ventilated | there is |
| 530i | Ventilated discs | Disk ventilated | there is |
| 535i | Ventilated discs | Disk ventilated | there is |
| 540I. | Ventilated discs | Disk ventilated | there is |
Tire size
| Modifications | The size |
|---|---|
| 520d. | 205/65 R15 94 V |
| 525d. | 205/65 R15 94 V |
| 530d. | 225/55 R16 95 W |
| 520i | 205/65 R15 94 V |
| 525i | 225/60 R15 96 W |
| 530i | 225/55 R 16 95 W |
| 535i | 225/55 R16 95W. |
| 540I. | 225/55 R16 95W. |
Dimensions
| Modifications | Length, mm. | Width, mm. | Height, mm. | Front track / rear, mm | Wheel base, mm | Road clearance (clearance), mm | The volume of the trunk, l |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 520d. | 4775 | 1801 | 1435 | 1516/1529 | 2830 | 119 | 459 |
| 525d. | 4775 | 1801 | 1435 | 1516/1529 | 2830 | 119 | 459 |
| 530d. | 4775 | 1801 | 1435 | 1511/1527 | 2830 | 119 | 459 |
| 520i | 4775 | 1801 | 1435 | 1516/1529 | 2830 | 119 | 459 |
| 525i | 4775 | 1801 | 1435 | 1511/1527 | 2830 | 119 | 459 |
| 530i | 4775 | 1801 | 1435 | 1511/1527 | 2830 | — | 456 |
| 535i | 4775 | 1801 | 1435 | 1511/1527 | 2830 | — | 459 |
| 540I. | 4775 | 1801 | 1435 | 1511/1527 | 2830 | — | 459 |
Car weight
| Modifications | Curb weight, kg | Maximum mass, kg | Load capacity, kg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 520d. | 1565 | 2000 | 435 |
| 525d. | 1670 | 2135 | 465 |
| 530d. | 1700 | 2165 | 465 |
| 520i | 1570 | 2005 | 435 |
| 525i | 1575 | 2010 | 435 |
| 530i | 1605 | 2070 | 465 |
| 535i | 1685 | 2150 | 465 |
| 540I. | 1705 | 2170 | 465 |
DYNAMICS
| Modifications | Maximum speed, km / h | Overclocking time up to 100 km / h, with | CD (frontal resistance coefficient) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 520d. | 206 | 10.6 | 0.29 |
| 525d. | 219 | 8.9 | 0.29 |
| 530d. | 230 | 7.8 | 0.29 |
| 520i | 226 | 9.1 | 0.29 |
| 525i | 238 | 8.1 | 0.29 |
| 530i | 250 | 7.1 | 0.3 |
| 535i | 250 | 6.9 | 0.29 |
| 540I. | 250 | 6.2 | 0.29 |
FUEL CONSUMPTION
| Modifications | In the city, l / 100 km | On the highway, l / 100 km | Average consumption, l / 100 km | CO2 release, g / km | Type of fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 520d. | 7.8 | 4.7 | 5.9 | 156 | Diesel |
| 525d. | 9.2 | 5.3 | 6.7 | 179 | Diesel |
| 530d. | 9.7 | 5.6 | 7.1 | 189 | Diesel |
| 520i | 12.2 | 7.1 | 9 | 216 | Petrol |
| 525i | 13.1 | 7.2 | 9.4 | 225 | Petrol |
| 530i | 13.1 | 7.4 | 9.5 | 229 | Petrol |
| 535i | 17.6 | 8.5 | 11.8 | 286 | Petrol |
| 540I. | 18.4 | 8.8 | 12.3 | 295 | Petrol |
BMW prices 5 E39 2000 - 2003 in Russia (updated April 22, 2016)
| Modifications in G.V. | Total cars for sale (in the Russian Federation) | Average price, rubles |
The average price of S. Automatic transmission, rubles |
Total for sale with automatic transmission | The average price of S. MCPP, rubles |
Total for sale with manual transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 66 | 484 893 | 489 790 | 48 | 472 100 | 21 |
| 2002 | 46 | 522 943 | 524 823 | 33 | 510 849 | 10 |
| 2003 | 48 | 652 652 | 653 510 | 35 | 650 495 | 16 |
Body and configuration
The history of BMW 5 E39 began in 1995, and ended in 2003, survived one restyling in late 2000. Traditionally for the Bavarian manufacturer, the whole car is built around the driver's seat. This does not mean that passengers are damaged, just the driver paid maximum attention. Despite the rather impressive dimensions of the car, the cabin is not so spacious, as it seems outside, but with a growing up to 190 cm will be comfortable to everyone, even sitting for the driver.
The quality of finishing materials and the assembly at the height are most susceptible to damage door cards. Noise isolation from the "five" - \u200b\u200bon the top five (5.5 nonsense), the doors are preferably additionally "mischief", especially if you like high-quality sound in the car. Full music is also not perfection, often in the configuration there are cassette radio tape recorders, if there is a CD changer, then you can not see mp3 anyway, but it is easily removed (if the money after purchase remains).
But the equipment is most often pleased, because even in the "base" already relied on: an electric car (mirrors, windows), air conditioning, 6 airbags, a hydraulic agent, ABS (anti-lock system), AS + T (anti-slip system) and DSC III (electronic system stabilization). Moreover, cars are often offered cars with a richer equipment, for example, two-zone climate control is almost normal.
The most notable change after restyling was the front optics, then the famous "Angel Eyes" was born. The rear lights and turn signs, fog lights became round, as well as moldings on the bumpers began to paint the body in the body. A decorative grille of the radiator and the design of the steering wheel became in the M-style. The engine ruler has been updated.
Body in BMW 5 E39 is very resistant to corrosion, if there was no damage. Even the highest quality recovery repair will not return the former metal resistance. And with the current regime of the urban movement, as well as taking into account the tempo of the movement of the owners of BMW, non-large specimens remains at all. But who is looking for, he will find.
Engines BMW 5 E39
The engine is the heart of any car, and in the case of BMW, this expression becomes even more relevant. For a rather severe E39, the optimal combination of power / costs, many consider the engine with a volume of 2.8 liters (193 hp), after restyling, it came to the change of 3 liter (231 hp). If you take into account that fuel consumption and the total cost of service in all 6 cylinder engines are about the same, it is just no sense in the purchase of 2 liter BMW 5 E39. In the extreme case, you can take a 2.5-liter motor, if a well-kept copy of the "five" caught.
On the BMW of the 5th series, in the body of E39 such gasoline engines were installed:
M52 -reliable row six-cylinder engines. Working volume: 2.0 (520i), 2.5 (523i), 2.8 (528i) liters. Since 1999, they have become maintained, until this time, the motors were produced with Nickyl coating the walls of cylinders. This coating is very sensitive to the content of sulfur in gasoline (and this good in our fuel is enough). Sulfur destroys this coating, after which the engine is not subject to restoration and repair. From the end of 1998, modernization was made, the M52 engine was equipped with cast-iron inserts (sleeves). Modified engines are indicated by M52TU.
M54 -r6 engine, which began to install after restyling. Working volume: 2.2 (520i), 2.5 (525i), 3.0 (530i) liters. M52 is characterized by a greater power (2.5 liter M54 192 hp, and 2.8 liter M52 - 193 hp), another intake manifold, electronic throttle and gas pedal, as well as another engine control unit.
M62 -V-shaped eight-cylinder engine. Working volume: 3.5 (530i), 4.4 (540i) liters. In the production of M62, a nickname coating was also used, but the coating with an alusoly was also used parallelly with it - a stronger and reliable material on which sulfur did not affect. After March 1997, the Bavarian manufacturer began to use only alusyl coating. The updated motor with M62TU marking, also received a system of changing the Vanos gas distribution phases, which is below.
The BMW 5 E39 engines began to use the revolutionary, at that time, the system of adjustment of the camshafts, which control the intake and exhaust valves. Thanks to this system, the torque has greatly increased on low revs, and the machine is perfectly accelerated from the very "bottoms". There is a "just Vanos", which regulates only intake valves, these were installed on M52 to restyling, as well as on M62TU. As well as "Double Vanos" (Double Vanos), which manages already and exhaust valves, which allows you to get smooth traction almost on the entire turn range. This was installed on M52TU and M54.
By cons of this system can only be repaired. The average service life, with due service - 250 thousand km depends mainly on the quality of the oil. Change the system assembly will cost from $ 1000, there is a truth of repair kits that are much cheaper (40-60 $ without work on replacing, for the "single engine"). In some cases, Remkomplekt will no longer help, only replacement. Signs of "dying Vanos": bad (sluggish) thrust up to 3000 revolutions, roar or knock in front of the engine and increased fuel consumption.
On the BMW of the 5th series, in the body of E39 such diesel engines were installed:
M51S and M51TUS - Diesel engines with TNVD. Working volume - 2.5 liters (525TDS). Pretty reliable (in good hands), the chain of the TRM is 200-250 thousand km, as much and the turbocharger. After 200,000 km, the repair of TNVD (expensive) is also to be repaired. Often jacks engine control electronics.
M57 - More modern turboodiesels, already with direct fuel injection (Common Rail). Working volume - 2.5 liters (525d), 3.0 liters (530d). In general, M57 is more reliable and more powerful M51, subject to the use of high-quality diesel fuel (in our realities it is a complex condition). Hydropar of the engine of a very complex design and there are a lot of money. From all diesel engines 530d (184 hp - M57, 193 hp - M57TU) - the most preferred option, but necessary very Careful diagnosis before purchase.
M47 - The only four-cylinder engine in the entire E39 series. Working volume - 2.0 liters (520d). With a turbine, intercooler and system Common Rail - develops 136 hp Appeared after restyling, essentially small M57.
Common problems for all engines with which the BMW E39 owners may face: 
Weak cooling system, which is not watched by the "death" of the engine. The main perpetrators are an electric motor of an additional fan, a thermostat, scored by mud radiators and neglect the regular replacement of the coolant. It is extremely recommended to clean radiators (with disassembly), no less often than once a year (if there are small runs, then every two years). On the V8 engines, the coolant expansion tanks are often buffered, and the average "life" of the cooling fans is 5-6 years.
Another sore thing is the ignition coils that do not like non-original candles, and the original with our fuel is enough for 30-40 thousand mileage. But the cost of one coil is $ 60, and each cylinder is relied on one separate coil. From electronics can also distort the lambda probes (oxygen sensors, on E39 as many as 4 pieces), air flow meter and the crankshaft position sensor and the camshaft. Not necessarily, all this "happiness" falls on you, and straight at the same time, but so that this does not happen, do not spare money for the diagnosis before buying E39.
BMW E39 gearbox
Both mechanical and automatic transmission shift boxes that were installed on BMW 5 E39 are quite reliable, but the "human" factor is always present. Mechanical PPCs were installed mainly 5-speed, with six steps only released the M5 version and some 540i. After 150,000 km of mileage, the plastic sleeve of the switch lever is often wearing (it starts hanging out), can also flush the glands. The MCPP service regulations are 60,000 km, at the same time it is necessary to change the oil and in the gearbox. Before buying an oil, check the presence of stickers on the box and gear, since they are specified by the type of oil required. It is extremely recommended to buy a car with a "killed" clutch, because when replacing the clutch, most often you have to change the two-mask flywheel, which is expensive. With calm operation, the clutch can "depart" and 200,000 km, but in reality, the average service life of about 100,000 km. 
If the automatic box before buying is thoroughly digging (there should be no jerks, jerks, the switching must be inconsistent), then there should be no problems in the future. In most automatic transmission on E39, oil is flooded for the entire service life of the car operation, that is, it is not necessary to change it. And this is the subject of eternal disputes on specialized BMW forums. One side believes that if everything works fine, it is not necessary to change the oil. The other side argues that the manufacturer's service life, on average, lays 250-300 thousand km. And if not changing the oil every 80-100,000 km, the oil will lose its properties, and the filter will break the dust from the wear of the frictions, which will lead to the failure of the box. All Strikes support the side of the regular oil replacement.
Chassis and steering
The BMW 5 E39 suspension is clearly designed for German autobahn, in our harsh realities of the resource both anterior and rear suspension, not very long. Some believe that this is due to aluminum suspension, but the metal here is not more. Aluminum is used to reduce weight, and does not affect the suspension resource, and the cost. Saylent blocks come out, ball supports, shock absorbers and stabilizer racks. Silent blocks are changing separately, but the balls only with the lever together, but "go" about 100,000 km. Stabilizer racks - almost a consuming, one can safely take about the reserve, since it will have to change every 20-30 thousand km. On E39 with R6 and V8 engines, in the front suspension, different levers, shock absorbers and swivel fists, they are not interchangeable, and on versions with eight cylinders running more ending.
On versions with V8, the steering is also an order of magnitude more reliable, a reliable worm gearboxes installed in a pair with such heavy motors. And on R6, the usual steering racks were put on, which do not shine much reliability. For some time, the knock can be removed by adjustment, then restoration or replacement. The liquid in the steering system is found two species, mixing leads to leakage and "death" of the gur.
Forget about the back suspension either will not work either. You can start with the stabilizer racks, like in front. In second place in terms of replacement frequency - "floating" silent blocks, their 4 pieces with an average mileage of 50,000 km (Sino-Polish no more than 20,0000 km). Rear suspension levers go only assembly. The front hub bearings, by the way, also change only with the hub.
When servicing the running part of the BMW 5 E39, it is recommended not to tighten with the elimination of individual breakdowns or knocks, it is better to eliminate the problems gradually than to be with a car that has completely "killed" suspension. One broken silent block can accelerate the destruction of the remaining suspension elements several times.
The car from the BMW concern in the body E39 began to develop back in 1989. Only after 6 years, the new generation of 5 series was presented to the general public. This happened in the fall in 1995 at the exhibition in Frankfurt.
"ENTWICKLUNG 39" - the code name of the fourth generation of the fifth series BMW
E39 - the fourth generation of the fifth series BMW. According to the technical documentation at the factory, the car passed under the entwicklung 39. Translated from German, this word means: "Expansion", "Evolution", "Development", "Process". Such words are better suited for this model of cars from Bavarian engineers-designers. With its development, feedback on BMW in the previous body with an E34 index was taken into account. The main claims were then to the suspension, so in the fourth generation it was her a lot of attention.
Specifications
| Indicator / Modification | 520i | 520i Touring | 525i | 530i | 520d. | 525TDS | M5. | ||
| Until 2000 | Since 2001 | Until 2000 | Since 2001 | ||||||
| Engine volume, cube. cm | 1991 | 2171 | 191 | 2171 | 2494 | 2979 | 1951 | 2498 | 4398 |
| Power, hp | 150 | 170 | 150 | 170 | 192 | 231 | 136 | 143 | 286 |
| Maximum speed, km / h | 220 | 226 | 212 | 223 | 238 | 250 | 206 | 211 | 250 |
| Fuel consumption (urban cycle), l per 100 km | 12,6 | 12,2 | 13,7 | 12,8 | 13,1 | 13,7 | 7,8 | 11,5 | 17,7 |
| Overclocking time up to 100 km / h, sec. | 10,0 | 9,0 | 11,0 | 10 | 8,0 | 7,0 | 11,0 | 10,0 | 6,0 |
| Length, mm. | 4775 | 4808 | 4805 | 4775 | |||||
| Height, mm. | 1800 | 1800 | 1800 | 1800 | |||||
| Width, mm. | 1435 | 1440 | 1445 | 1435 | |||||
What was new in the fourth generation?
The fifth of the fourth generation became the first BMW car with a lightweight suspension. German engineers managed to reduce the total weight of the car by 38%. This result was reached due to the use of nodes and parts made from aluminum. The light suspension allowed to create a car with an increased smoothness of the stroke and significantly added comfort when driving.
Aluminum used for the manufacture and some body panels. Such an innovation helped protect him from corrosion. E39 body perfectly opposes rust.
Fourth Generation BMW 5 Series in Touring Body
The E39 became the first BMW car, which was installed by a system of removal gases from stainless steel. This significantly increased the service life of the muffler.
The fourth generation of the BMW car was distinguished by increased sound insulation. For side windows used double glass. This significantly reduced the penetration of noise into the salon.
Basic model BMW E39. Equipment of the salon
Model 520i is considered the basis of the line of sedans 5 series of BMW cars. It was equipped with a 2-liter power unit with a capacity of 148 horses. The averaged fuel consumption is 9 liters per 100 kilometers. Two years later, in 1997, the concern launched a wagon in the series. The word added to the universal model index Touring. This car spends in the "City" mode to 13 liters, in the highway mode - 6.9 liters per hundred.
Fuel consumption in mixed mode is 9 liters per 100 kilometers
In the basic configuration appeared options that were used only for additional money. Here are their list:
- climate control;
- multiculine;
- cruise control;
- bluetooth;
- automatic heated mirrors.
By order of those who want a car can be equipped with steering wheel heated. The inclusion control is located on the steering itself, which is very convenient. The steering column can be adjusted in two directions. Three steering positions can be missed.
Comfortable front seats have the ability to adjust. Not only the tilt of the backrest and the height of the seat, but also the length of the lower part is adjustable. There was an opportunity to adjust the slope of the top of the back separately from the bottom. This design got the name "BMW broken back." The front seats are equipped with a memory for three positions.
When conducting crash test E39 received four stars
The branded trait of this sedan is the outdoor pedal of the accelerator. Some BMW owners indicated that she is a bit harsh. But all in one voice said that the gas pedal is very sensitive.
When conducting crash test, the E39 received four stars from the Euroncap international organization. In addition to Airbag pillows in a business sedan installed a security belt suspender with an accident.
EURONCAP - European International Organization, founded in 1997. Its main activity is to conduct independent crash tests. Based on the test results, the Committee exposes assessments of passive and active safety.
Wide rear sofa allows you to place three people. True, the average passenger will feel the inconvenience with the placement of the legs, it will interfere with a fairly wide transmission tunnel in the middle.
Notable is the fact that the luggage separation of the sedan has a volume of 460 liters, which is more than 50 liters than that of the wagon. But in the universal it is possible to open the glass of the fifth door without opening the trunk itself.
Power units E39
Under the hood E39 installed motors with an aluminum unit. It was in the 90s that manufacturers of German cars began to use alloyous cylinder blocks. Bavarians and did not think that someone would clean and repair their engines. To increase the service life of the motor, the cylinders inside were covered with a special substance called Nicar. This is a nickel and silicon alloy. But as practice has shown, the nicarile coating is quickly destroyed from poor-quality fuels. Therefore, since 1998 began to install cast-iron sleeves into blocks.
When the serial production start, the business sedan was completed with a line of three gasoline engines and one diesel. As the basis was taken by the engine of the previous "five". Below is a list of modifications with the corresponding power units:
- gasoline models 520i - M52TU B20, 523i - M52TU B25, 528I - M52TU B28;
- diesel 525TDS - M5
A series of power units M52 is six-cylinder blocks. The weakest develops power up to 150 horses. The engine with a volume of 2.3 liters produces 170 horse forces. On city roads, this car spends a little more than 13 liters. The most powerful gasoline engine is able to develop 193 hp. The diesel engine has a power of 143 horses. In urban mode, the flow of diesel fuel is 11.5 liters, on the highway - 6.2 liters.
Double-Vanos System - Distributive Valley Management
Since 1998, the BMW concern began the release of the top model M5. The main difference of this model was in the engine. Under the hood was installed V-shaped "eight". It was the first car with a power unit, which developed the capacity of 400 horses! Its volume was 5 liters. In addition, the M5 model used a new Double-Vanos system - control of two camshafts. Also changed the fuel supply system: eight throttle valves are fed a bench-high mixture to eight cylinders. The average fuel consumption is up to 14 liters per hundred kilometers.
Constructive changes and restyling
In 1999, the Bavarian designers conducted several modernization of BMW E39. The exterior did not change. Basic constructive changes touched the engines. Two camshafts installed six-cylinder engines. In the same year, a new M57D30 engine was added to the line of diesel power units - a 6-cylinder engine with a new COMMON Rail injection system. Injection for this car developed in Bosch.
In 2000, German engineers conducted a large-scale restyling fourth generation. This time I made adjustments to appearance and added three new power units. The exterior of the car received new overall lights, a changed radiator grille and a new front bumper. For the first time on BMW used new Celis-Technik technology, later she was called "Angel Eyes".
6-cylinder engine with a new injection system COMMON RAIL
Since 2000, it has begun to install new engines with the M54 index. These row engines had six cylinders and the Double-Vanos control system. Modernization made it possible to get more powerful engines. Model 520i has become more powerful by 20 horses. Now, 170 horses fit under her hood. 525i M54B25 engine develops 192 hp With a torque of 245 Nm. The top model with the index 530i received the M54B30 with an impressive herd under the hood in a 231 horse. The maximum speed of this "five" 250 km / h, gasoline consumption in urban mode - 13.7 liters per hundred.
In early 2000, a new model with a diesel engine also appeared. This "five" wore index 520d. Having a 2-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 136 hp, it accelerated to hundreds of slightly less than 11 seconds.
The fourth generation was produced until 2003, BMW M5 - until 2004. The E39 body change came the E60 fifth generation model. According to the editorial office of Autobild authoritative edition, the BMW E39 is the most successful sedan of the business class in terms of driving qualities and with an excellent line of power units.
Overview
For the first time, the BMW 5-Series E39 car was represented by the public back in 1989. And only after 6 years, the new "five" has become available in the automotive market. Its presentation took place at the end of 1995 at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
She is the fourth generation. The prefix "E" took its beginning from the German word, which is translated into our language, as "expansion", "Evolution", "Process". These are the most accurate epithets that could be described in the development of Bavarian designers.
It is worth noting that in the fourth modification, the shortcomings and errors of the model of the previous generation were taken into account, which was based on the body. Special attention, engineers paid the suspension, whose characteristics have improved significantly.
Specifications
For all the production time, as many as 7 power units were involved.
Two gasoline engines were considered the youngest, with a volume of 2 l, which produced the capacity of 150 horsepower. The only difference was between them that the maximum speed of one was 220 km / h, and the other is 212 km / h.
The junior diesel version could boast of 2 liters, issuing 136 horsepower. Reached the limit speed of 206 km / h.
The senior diesel engine had a volume of 2.5 liters, 143 horsepower could produce, and without any problems accelerated to 211 km / h.
The most powerful is the M-series power unit, a volume of 4.5 liters, outstanding over 285 "horses", and can boast a maximum speed of 250 km / h.
Innovation of the Fourth Generation BMW 5-Series E39
The fifth model BMW fourth generation has become the first, in which a lightweight suspension was used. Bavarian designers managed to reduce the EU car by almost 40%. Such a fantastic result was achieved through the use of aluminum, whose share in body manufacturing material is very significant.
Lightweight suspension has improved the level of smoothness and made ride more comfortable.
It is worth noting that aluminum was also used in some problem areas of the body, which were previously susceptible to corrosion. Therefore, it is not surprising that the car successfully opposes Rust.
Also, it is impossible to forget that the exhaust system is largely made of stainless steel, which contributes to a longer period of its uninterrupted ministry.
Autoloaders appreciated a new, significantly improved noise insulation system, which was considered one of the best at that time. The main secret of her success was the fact that double glasses were used in the cabin, which blocked external noises.
Equipment BMW 5-Series E39
The base model of sedans is considered to be 520i. She could boast a two-liter engine capable of producing 148 horsepower. At the same time, fuel consumption in the mixed mode was 9 liters per 100 kilometers of the way.
1997 was marked by the fact that the developers were released a wagon. It was equipped with the same engine and its consumption was 13 liters in the city, and 7 liters on the highway.
The list of basic equipment includes:
- climate control system;
- multifunctional steering wheel;
- cruise control;
- Bluetooth headset;
- heated mirrors.
Additionally, it was possible to order a function of heating the steering wheel.
It is worth noting that the steering wheel contained all the necessary buttons, which greatly simplified the control process.
Each driver can individually adjust the position of the steering wheel within two planes, which, at that time, was considered to be very rare.
The front row of seats is equipped with regulators. Each passenger has the ability to configure the position of the chair. The function "BMW's broken back, which made it possible to adjust the lower and upper part of the seat back separately.
The highlight is considered the outdoor accelerator pedal. Such a decision was very pleased with car enthusiasts, however, many did not like the fact that she is too tough.
Crash tests organized by the European independent NCAP organization have demonstrated a good security system. The car was awarded the estimates of "4 stars", which can be called a good result.
The role of the reverse seats is performed by a comfortable sofa, which can accommodate three people. However, the average passenger will feel some inconvenience, because he will have a large transmission tunnel under his feet.
The capacity of the luggage separation of the sedan is 460 liters, and the station wagon is 410 liters.
Engines BMW 5-series E39
| A type | Volume | Power | Torque | Acceleration | Maximum speed | Number of cylinders |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 2.0 L. | 136 hp | 280 H * M | 10.6 seconds. | 206 km / h | 4 |
| Petrol | 2.2 L. | 170 hp | 210 H * M | 9.1 sec. | 226 km / h | 6 |
| Petrol | 2.5 L. | 192 hp | 245 H * M | 8.1 sec. | 238 km / h | 6 |
| Diesel | 2.5 L. | 163 hp | 350 H * M | 8.9 seconds. | 219 km / h | 6 |
| Diesel | 2.9 L. | 193 hp | 410 H * M | 7.8 sec. | 230 km / h | 6 |
| Petrol | 3.0 L. | 231 hp | 300 H * M | 7.1 sec. | 250 km / h | 6 |
| Petrol | 3.5 L. | 245 hp | 345 H * M | 6.9 seconds. | 250 km / h | V8. |
| Petrol | 3.5 L. | 286 hp | 420 H * M | 6.2 sec. | 250 km / h | V8. |
In all power units, the blocks were made of aluminum. Bavarian engineers argued that thanks to the new technology, their engines would not break. In confirmation of this, the cylinders inside the motor were covered with Nicksel, which was to significantly increase the service life of the engine. However, it soon became clear that such a coating is quickly wearing, and as an alternative, cast iron sleeves for cylinders began to use.
At the very beginning of the production, the car was equipped with three gasoline units and one diesel. It is 520i, 523i, 528i and 525tds.
The entire line of gasoline engines is equipped with six-cylinder blocks. The younger gasoline unit produces power in 150 horsepower, and the oldest is 193 horsepower.
The diesel version issues 143 "horses".
In 1998, the company began production of the most famous model - BMW 5-Series E39 M5. As a power unit, an eight-cylinder V-shaped motor was used for a new modification. M5 was considered the first sedan whose engine could produce as much as 400 "horses". Inspired and its volume, which was 5 liters.
It is worth noting that in M5 began to use the new DV system that is responsible for controlling 2 camshafts.
Also changed the fuel supply system, which contributes to more economical driving.
Restyling
Starting from 1999, the engineers of the BMW company held several five restyings. It is worth noting that the appearance practically did not change. Mostly modernization concerned the power units and "filling". All six-cylinder engines from that time are equipped with two camshafts. Plus, then the range of diesel engines increased, to which M5 joined, with the CR injection system. Bosch company was engaged in the development of the system of this injection.
The year 2000 was marked by the fact that it was then that the most large-scale restyling was held. This time, the changes touched the appearance, and three new engines were added. The renewed sedan acquired new overall lights, upgraded with a falseradiator grille and a new bumper.
Also, since 2000, the M54 series engines began to install, which made it possible to significantly increase the power and functionality of the aggregates.
A little later, another modification appeared - 520d, which was equipped with a two-liter diesel engine, with a capacity of 136 horsepower. The acceleration time from scratch is up to one hundred less than 11 s.
The fourth-generation model was produced until 2003, and the M5 modification was until 2004.
For the fifth generation already used the Body E60. However, according to AUTOBILD's authoritative German automobile publication, it is the most successful sedan in the entire history of the automotive industry.
At the moment, it is quite difficult to acquire a high-quality BMW 5-series E39. And if there is such an opportunity, it is desirable to do this in Germany or in an extreme case in Poland. An excellent is the car that has no more than two owners, and its cost is not lower than $ 5,000.
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Sales market: Russia.
In 2000, the model line of the BMW E39 sedan received an extensive list of changes. The updated "five" changed lighting - new headlight headlamps now with light rings (the so-called "Angelic Eyes"), fog (standard for all models) changed the form and now the round, rear appeared modified combined lights with LED stop signals. The car also features new bumpers and side mirrors, a new widescreen multimedia system. The updated motor range includes upgraded and new gasoline and diesel units, the power of which lies in the range of 136-286 hp. For the Russian market at the Avtotor plant in Kaliningrad, the models of the sedan 525i and 530i are produced with a new M-54 engine in the variants of a volume of 2.5 or 3.0 liters.
The main change in the BMW E39 cabin is a 6.5-inch screen of an infotainment system with a ratio of the sides of 16: 9, which was installed instead of the former screen 4: 3. Changed software for "Multimedia" - more functions. In general, equipping the "five" is excellent: a full electric car, air conditioning, on-board computer. For surcharge, it was possible to retrieve a car with many options from the impressive list, including premium: leather interior or combination upholstery, climate control, multi-power, steering wheel heating, electric drive, sports seats or high-needed seats with a massage. Updated machines have a wireless handset, Bluetooth interface and other options.
The 2000-2003 BMW E39 model range saves a wide variety of modifications. In early 2000, under the hood of the new basic version of the BMW 520D, a 2-liter 4-cylinder diesel M47 motor with direct fuel injection appeared. 525TDS modification came to change 525d with a 2.5-liter 163-strong 6-cylinder turbodiesel M57, and the return of the 2.9-liter unit of the same series in the 530d model increased from 184 to 193 hp. The gasoline line includes a new series of row "six" M54 with the Double-Vanos system, which received the BMW 520i models (2.2 liters, 170 hp), 525i (2.5 l, 192 hp) and 530i ( 3.0 l, 231 hp). Under the hood of the top versions of the sedan 535i (3.5 liters, 245 hp) and 540i (4.4 l, 286 hp), gasoline units of the V8 series M62TU are still installed. As part of this generation, the sports model of the M5 sedan with a 5.0-liter V8 with a capacity of 400 hp continued to be issued.
Front suspension at BMW E39 is independent, on double levers with a subframe associated with the body through rubber supports. Rear suspension independent four-handed, with floating silent blocks. Together with the main gear, it is also assembled on a subframe, elasticly related to the body. In the design of the suspension E39, the aluminum is widely used, from which guide levers, steering thrust, front and rear suspension subframes, depreciation racks and exterior shock absorbers pipes are made. Additionally, the E39 was offered an electronic control system of shock absorbers (EDC), as well as the rear axis pneumo immorters with a road lumen regulator, which is considered to be a big rarity for the sedan (more often the rear air suspension was equipped with a wagon E39 touring). E39 steering includes two options: the basic models use the distribution mechanism (for the first time in the 5th series), and the V8 models have a traditional design with a ball mechanism, like previous generations. BMW E39 sedan body sizes: length 4775 mm, width 1800 mm, height 1435 mm. Wheel base 2830 mm. The minimum reversal radius is 5.65 m. Road clearance for "Europeans" had a value of 120 mm, but for the Russian market it was increased to 155 mm. The volume of the trunk is 460 liters.
The BMW 5-Series E39 sedan's body has a high rigidity for a twist. The standard equipment since 2000 includes front, side and head airbags, head restraints and three-point straps for all places, anti-lock and anti-test system, optional DSC stability system (standard for V8). For the surcharge, the side rear airbags were offered - now they were installed together with the head rear pillows, so the total number of pillows increased to ten. Since 2001, the DSC system has been included in the standard equipment of all versions except 520d, where it was offered for extra charge. "Five" E39 received four Euroncap stars.
The advantages of the BMW E39 were: spectacular design, high-performance engines, excellent controllability, inaccessible earlier level of comfort (the developers of the machine largely relied on the machines of the 7th series E38). The car also features high build quality. There are also cons - expensive service, capricious electronics, small ground clearance, requiring increased attention suspension. Also, one of the cons of this generation can be called the absence of all-wheel drive modifications that were in E34 (this defects were fixed only in the next generation of E60).
Read completely"BMW M5 E39" was released only in the bodie of the sedan. Production of the "Touring" version, I chose not to do. Thanks to many Russian films, this model has gained its fans in Russia, so that part of the production was transferred to the Kaliningrad region.
History
The history of the E39 m-version begins back in 1998. This version received a more powerful motor, compared with previous generations (400 horsepower). The past generations M5 were not assembled on the conveyor, but manually. The new generation "BMW M5 E39" is collected on the usual production of "hands of robots".
The photo "BMW M5 E39" is presented below. By Farm, it can be noted that this version is restyling.
Specifications "BMW M5 E39"
In the table you will find basic information.
Overview
"BMW M5 E39" is the fourth generation of the legendary line of M. In 1998, he began his way immediately after it was presented in the Motor Show in the city of Geneva. For 4 years of production, more than 200 thousand copies "BMW M5 E39" were released. They were produced in three modifications: the right-handled European, left-handed European, as well as American.
For a new generation - a new engine. A gasoline engine of 5000 cm 3 and a capacity of 400 horsepower was installed.
Transmission served a mechanical six-speed gearbox. The same box is present in the usual 540th "five." But not quite the same. Since the engine has become more powerful, then the transmission has been replenished with new details.
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h is a little less than five seconds, and the maximum speed is 250 km / h. But with the use of chip tuning, this restriction can be removed, then the maximum speed will increase almost up to 300 km / h.
As for the body of the wagon, he was produced only in one copy of the "BMW M5 E39 Touring", which was presented in 2010. For financial reasons, the company decided not to produce a version with a body wagon.
The suspension almost completely consisted of aluminum. It was finalized, compared with the usual versions of the "BMW" fifth series. Road clearance was reduced by 2 centimeters. Also, to increase the rigidity and reliability of the suspension, the levers made thicker. This gives reliability when driving not on the most even roads.
The steering wheel also changed compared to the fifth series. Controlly increased due to its upgrades. You can also use one of the two steering modes that regulate its hardness level. Added and "Sport" mode, which, after switching on the button, gave the car more power, and, accordingly, and speeds.
The diameter of the disks, like all sports cars, is different. He is more in front. Also owners "BMW M5 E39" praise its functionality, namely the presence of an anti-lock system.
After three years, the company was decided to hold a car redesign, after which the design of the front headlights was changed, namely the contouring of the headlights themselves was added. Also in front appeared parking sensors. In the dorestayling model they were installed only from behind.
The central panel was also changed. It covered the monitor with the navigation system. A car audio system was also updated: two subwoofer were added, and the power of the output sound was added.
After removing the restriction of 250 km / h "BMW M5 E39" becomes the most high-speed serial sedan of that time.
The model range includes many modifications, such as:
- petrol: 520, 523, 525, 528, 530, 535, 540;
- diesel: 520, 525, 525TD, 525TDS, 530.
As with all cars "BMW", Salon - at the highest level. The difference between the dorestayling version from restyling significant. In the old version, the monitor was slightly smaller and was located on the right of the central panel. In the new version, it is centered and has become a little more.
M5 had two versions of the interior decoration - inserts from a tree or aluminum. Aluminum inserts were used in the restyled version. Also, the changes were subjected to the change, the inner part of which became a little less and more close to the new version of the "BMW".
A distinctive feature of m-versions is the presence of M5 emblems throughout the cabin. They are located on the thresholds, bottom of the central helm, the gearbox lever. When loading the monitor, a large logo M with three multi-colored stripes and "BMW" appears.
Seats, naturally, leather. At the moment, it is almost impossible to find cars having original chairs in perfect condition.
