BMW 5-Series BMW 5-Series 2009

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BMW 5-Series Specs at TrueDelta: Powertrains and tires by trim level (2009)

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 BMW 5-Series specs.

2009 BMW 5-Series Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions

Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Wagon
Wheelbase 113.7 in 113.6 in
Length 191.1 in 191.2 in
Width 72.7 in 72.7 in
Height 57.8 in 58.7 in
Curb Weight 3527 lb. 3681 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 18.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.7 in 37.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.3 in 57.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.5 in 41.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.9 in 37.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.2 in 57.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.0 in 36.0 in
Total Legroom 77.5 in (over 2 rows) 77.5 in (over 2 rows)
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.0 ft3 17.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.0 ft3 58.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 BMW 5-Series

2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The sport seats offer exceptional levels of adjustment. I especially like the extendable leg support and the tilt of the upper back. The lumbar in the sport seats adjusts in up and down as well. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The comfort seat option is to die for. There is NO production automobile mfg that produces a seat that comfortable. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
At 6-foot-6, I have enough legroom. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Twenty-way adjustable seat. see full BMW 5-Series review
2009 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
A little tight in the rear, but it is a mid-size sedan. see full BMW 5-Series review
 

2009 BMW 5-Series 4-door Sedan Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes

Trim 528i 535i 550i M5
Standard Engine 3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
230 hp@6500
200 lb-ft@2750
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1400
4.8L V8
DOHC-4v
360 hp@6300
360 lb-ft@3400
5.0L V10
DOHC-4v
500 hp@7750
383 lb-ft@6100
Standard Transmission6-speed manual6-speed manual6-speed manual7-speed automated manual
Optional Transmission(s)6-speed manually-shiftable automatic6-speed manually-shiftable automatic6-speed manually-shiftable automatic6-speed manual
Standard DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWD
Optional Drivetrain(s)AWDAWD  
Standard Tires225/50VR17 tires225/50VR17 tires225/50VR17 tires255/40ZR19 tires (front)
285/35ZR19 tires (rear)
Optional Tires245/40WR18 tires   
  245/40WR18 tires (front)
275/35WR18 tires (rear)
245/35ZR19 tires (front)
275/30ZR19 tires (rear)
 

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2009 BMW 5-Series 4-door Wagon Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes

Trim 535i
Standard Engineturbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1400
Standard Transmission6-speed manual
Optional Transmission(s)6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
Standard DrivetrainAWD
Standard Tires225/50VR17 tires
Optional Tires245/40WR18 tires (front)
275/35WR18 tires (rear)

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2009 BMW 5-Series

2009 BMW 5-Series Powertrain: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
300 hp and good fuel economy see full BMW 5-Series review
2009 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Light on its feet. Firm yet comfortable ride. Sure handling. see full BMW 5-Series review
2009 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Smooth, swift acceleration. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Very fast and quick, even with the 360hp engine. Use the auto manual and you really get a rush. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
It has the most smooth acceleration that would put a smile on your face. My average economy over the last 6 months is 22 MPG. WOW! see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Engine has a broad torque curve. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very good performance throughout the speed range. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
This vehicle is the best of both worlds...very good on gas mpg and enough power, when needed, when your in a hurry. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Excellent acceleration. Enough to be fun, not enough to be dangerous. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Plenty of smoothly-delivered power throughout a very wide powerband. see full BMW 5-Series review
 

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2009 BMW 5-Series MSRP and Invoice Prices

Body Trim Base Price Invoice Destination
4dr Sedan 528i 45,800 42,315 825
4dr Sedan 535i 51,100 47,190 825
4dr Sedan 550i 60,400 55,750 825
4dr Sedan M5 85,500 78,840 825
4dr Wagon 535i 55,400 51,150 825

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