BMW 5 Series 520i

BMW 5 Series 520i
0/5 (0)
$115,900
Used listings

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43
0/5 (0)
$123,800
Used listings

Vehicle Overview

Key specifications and features at a glance

5 Series 520i
Overview
C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43
2023 - Present
Year
2021 - Present
1998
Engine
1991
140
Power
310
Petrol
Fuel
Petrol
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5

Detailed Specifications

Complete technical specifications comparison

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5 Series 520i
Specification
C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43
1998
Engine Capacity
1991
B48
Engine Code
M139l
Inline
Cylinder Configuration
Inline-four
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Turbocharged
Aspiration
Turbocharged
140
Power
310
310
Torque
500
230
Top Speed
250
RWD
Drive Type
AWD
6.7
Fuel Economy Combined
9.1
—
Emission Standard
Euro 6
245 / 45 R19
Tyre Size
245 / 40 R19 front; 265 / 35 R19 rear
19
Wheel Size
19
4
Number of Doors
4
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated disc
Double-wishbone
Front Suspension
Multi-link
Multi-link
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Electric rack and pinion
Steering Type
Electric power steering
7
Number of Airbags
9
2000
Towing Capacity
1800
12.3
Turning Circle
11.1

Dimensions & Weight

Physical specifications and measurements

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5 Series 520i
Dimension
C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43
60
Fuel Tank Capacity
66
5060
Length
4751
1900
Width
1820
1515
Height
1437
2995
Wheelbase
2865
154
Ground Clearance
—
1725
Kerb Weight
1840
520
Boot Space
455

Features Comparison

Standard and optional equipment comparison

Safety

5 Series 520i
Feature
C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43
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
C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43
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
C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43
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
C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43
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

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43

Pros

  • +Strong 310 kW performance
  • +Confident all-wheel drive
  • +Quick nine-speed transmission
  • +Rear-wheel steering agility
  • +Usable daily performance

Cons

  • −Firm performance ride
  • −High fuel consumption
  • −Four-cylinder lacks classic AMG sound
  • −Expensive tyres and brakes
  • −High purchase price

Which one should you buy?

Best for Performance: Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43

System power around 310 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: Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43

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

Our Recommendation

Choose Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43 if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.

Bottom Line: Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-AMG C 43 leads on performance, BMW 5 Series 520i leads on value and BMW 5 Series 520i leads on practicality.

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