2011 Bmw 520d shows better fuel economy than a Toyota Prius

As expected, Bmw revealed today the 2011 520d, an entry-level version of its latest sedan powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine capable to deliver an impressive fuel consumption of 57.6mpg (54.3mpg) and unrivalled emission levels of 129g/km (137g/km for automatic transmission-equipped cars).

Although many of you would believe that this engine is way too small for the new sedan, Bmw says that its 184 hp delivered at 4,000rpm and 380Nm from 1,900 to 2,750rpm are enough to push the car from 0 to 62 mph in just 8.1 seconds while the top speed achieved is 141 mph.
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_43LE - 7/27/2010 11:15:56 AM

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That's pretty impressive. But, I'm wondering on what cycle was that done? I mean, on the Toyota UK site the combined fuel economy is listed at 72 MPG...more research needed!

kpaxx - 7/27/2010 11:23:39 AM

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And it's safer!

MSP6 - 7/27/2010 1:31:50 PM

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and its also faster

0to60 - 7/28/2010 8:24:56 AM

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and more expensive! Much more Im sure.

quizz - 7/27/2010 12:45:39 PM

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Keep in mind that this performance is on par with a top of the range 5 series from the early 80's. If environment and fuel efficiency is your thing, this is quite acceptable and 8.1 seconds is no worse than a minivan.

I'd still prefer the V6 diesel though.

moosedinner - 11/21/2010 11:47:44 PM

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@quizz: Since when does BMW make a V6?

In response to others, I'm pretty sure that BMW does plan on bringing the 520d (maybe slightly modified) to the American market. I think BMW also has plans for another 4 cylinder; not sure whether it will be diesel. I'm hoping for a 116d or something similar.

focal - 7/27/2010 1:38:51 PM

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the market associates speed for luxury...which is a shame.

the chassis, creature comforts, materials, ride and handling all trump my needs before the biggest/baddest engine.

enthusiastx11 - 7/27/2010 1:55:02 PM

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i really wish they'd sell these cars in the states. a sports sedan that's fun to drive, luxurious....and get's great fuel economy. hell of a combination.

enthusiastx11 - 7/27/2010 1:55:47 PM

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this car would crush the prius amongst upper income 'green' buyers.

pepito66 - 7/27/2010 2:10:02 PM

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Wow have to be BMW this is a good option.

ChiAutoGuy - 7/27/2010 4:59:44 PM

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We need a 5 diesel in the states..are you listening BMW?

thstone - 7/27/2010 6:11:02 PM

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This car will never see the US. American's refuse to buy diesels in any quantity that matters.

And I don't believe that this will change until petrol goes back over $4/gal. THEN everyone will be complaining that all of these high mileage cars are in Europe but not here in the US.

As American's, we are often our own worst enemy.