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2025 BMW 3 Series 2.0 320i M Sport (181bhp) (Pro Pack) Saloon 4d
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2025 BMW 5 Series 2.0 520i M Sport (MHT) Saloon 4d
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Specs

2025 BMW 3 Series
2.0 320i M Sport (181bhp) (Pro Pack) Saloon 4d
2025 BMW 5 Series
2.0 520i M Sport (MHT) Saloon 4d
Powertrain 8-speed Automatic 8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
RWD
Fuel economy, city -- --
Fuel economy, motorway -- --
Fuel tank volume 223 L 227 L
Engine
Fuel type
Petrol
Petrol
Power
135 kW
153 kW
Torque
407 N-m @ 4,000 RPM
252 N-m @ 4,800 RPM
Cylinders
4 cylinders
4 cylinders
Engine size
1,998 cc
1,998 cc
Interior
Maximum seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front legroom -- --
Rear legroom -- --
Exterior
Length 119.71 m 128.52 m
Width 52.53 m 54.76 m
Height 36.58 m 38.48 m
Wheelbase 72.42 m 76.07 m

Available Options

2025 BMW 3 Series
2.0 320i M Sport (181bhp) (Pro Pack) Saloon 4d
2025 BMW 5 Series
2.0 520i M Sport (MHT) Saloon 4d

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