BMW 5 Series 520i
0/5 (0)
$115,900
Genesis G80 3.5T Signature Sport AWD
0/5 (0)
$127,200

Vehicle Overview

Key specifications and features at a glance

5 Series 520i
Overview
G80 3.5T Signature Sport AWD
2023 - Present
Year
2020 - Present
1998
Engine
3470
140
Power
279
Petrol
Fuel
Petrol
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5

Detailed Specifications

Complete technical specifications comparison

Best comparable values are highlighted in green.

5 Series 520i
Specification
G80 3.5T Signature Sport AWD
1998
Engine Capacity
3470
B48
Engine Code
G6DIII
Inline
Cylinder Configuration
V6
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Turbocharged
Aspiration
Twin-turbocharged
140
Power
279
310
Torque
530
230
Top Speed
250
RWD
Drive Type
AWD
Fuel Economy City
16.3
Fuel Economy Highway
7.9
6.7
Fuel Economy Combined
11.0
Emission Standard
Euro 5
245 / 45 R19
Tyre Size
245 / 40 ZR20 99Y front; 275 / 35 ZR20 102Y rear
19
Wheel Size
20
4
Number of Doors
4
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated discs; 4-piston fixed calipers
Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated discs; 1-piston floating calipers
Double-wishbone
Front Suspension
Multi-link (4 link)
Multi-link
Rear Suspension
Multi-link (4 link)
Electric rack and pinion
Steering Type
Variable Gear Ratio rack and pinion EPS with rear-wheel steering
7
Number of Airbags
10
2000
Towing Capacity
12.3
Turning Circle
10.9

Dimensions & Weight

Physical specifications and measurements

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5 Series 520i
Dimension
G80 3.5T Signature Sport AWD
60
Fuel Tank Capacity
73
5060
Length
4995
1900
Width
1925
1515
Height
1465
2995
Wheelbase
3010
154
Ground Clearance
140
1725
Kerb Weight
2098
520
Boot Space
424

Features Comparison

Standard and optional equipment comparison

Safety

5 Series 520i
Feature
G80 3.5T Signature Sport AWD
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert

Comfort

5 Series 520i
Feature
G80 3.5T Signature Sport AWD
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights

Interior Exterior

5 Series 520i
Feature
G80 3.5T Signature Sport AWD
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors

Technology

5 Series 520i
Feature
G80 3.5T Signature Sport AWD
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App

Pros & Cons

Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle

BMW 5 Series 520i

Pros

  • +Refined long-distance comfort
  • +Efficient turbo petrol performance
  • +Spacious 520-litre boot
  • +Modern premium cabin technology
  • +Balanced rear-wheel-drive handling

Cons

  • High Australian purchase price
  • Large size for city parking
  • Options can increase cost
  • Rear seat is not class-leading
  • No all-wheel-drive option

Genesis G80 3.5T Signature Sport AWD

Pros

  • +Powerful 279kW twin-turbo V6
  • +AWD traction
  • +Rear-wheel steering improves agility
  • +Adaptive suspension standard
  • +High-end luxury equipment

Cons

  • High fuel consumption in urban driving
  • Premium-unleaded requirement
  • More expensive than 2.5T
  • Heavy kerb weight
  • Large exterior dimensions

Which one should you buy?

Best for Performance: Genesis G80 3.5T Signature Sport AWD

System power around 279 kW supports a solid performance score.

Best for Value: BMW 5 Series 520i

Boot space relative to list price contributes positively to the value score.

Best for Practicality / Space: BMW 5 Series 520i

Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.

Best Overall: Genesis G80 3.5T Signature Sport AWD

Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.

Our Recommendation

Choose Genesis G80 3.5T Signature Sport AWD if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.

Bottom Line: Genesis G80 3.5T Signature Sport AWD leads on performance, BMW 5 Series 520i leads on value and BMW 5 Series 520i leads on practicality.

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