Share

Keen pricing for entry-level 5 Series

accreditation

Powered by a variant of BMW's six-cylinder engine, the new BMW 523i has a power output of 130 kW at 5 800 r/min while toruqe is 230 Nm at 3 500 r/min.

BMW claims that the new engine, made extensively from lightweight materials such as magnesium and aluminium, and featuring VALVETRONIC technology, offers buyers the "perfect balance of performance and frugality".

Zero to 100 km/h takes 8.5 seconds (9.3 for the automatic), top speed is 235 km/h (auto: 232 km/h).

All new models come with a six-speed manual gearbox as standard. A six-speed automatic with Steptronic is available as an option. Buyers of the new BMW 525i and 530i can also specify a Sequential Manual Gearbox.

BMW's Dynamic Stability Control system (DSC), which includes ABS, ASC, DBC and EBV, is standard. Of course the 523i comes with iDrive and a host of other standard and optional features.

Pricing:

  • 523i 6-speed manual: R341 000
  • 523i 6-speed Steptronic: R355 00
  • We live in a world where facts and fiction get blurred
    Who we choose to trust can have a profound impact on our lives. Join thousands of devoted South Africans who look to News24 to bring them news they can trust every day. As we celebrate 25 years, become a News24 subscriber as we strive to keep you informed, inspired and empowered.
    Join News24 today
    heading
    description
    username
    Show Comments ()
    Editorial feedback and complaints

    Contact the public editor with feedback for our journalists, complaints, queries or suggestions about articles on News24.

    LEARN MORE