1997 BMW 5-Series 540iA
WBADE6327VBW51301
4.4L V8 DOHC 32V
Engine
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
GERMANY
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 BMW 5-Series
VIN Breakdown
| Segment | Code | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| WMI · World Mfr ID | WBA | BMW · Europe · Germany |
| VDS · Descriptor | DE632 | 5-Series 540iA |
| VIS · Vehicle ID | 7VBW51301 | 1997 · Serial W51301 |
Basic Information
MakeBMW
Model5-Series
Year1997
Trim540iA
Body StyleSEDAN 4-DR
Doors4
ManufacturerBMW
CountryGERMANY
Engine & Performance
Engine4.4L V8 DOHC 32V
Transmission5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeB
Serial NumberW51301
Basic Information
Model Year
1997
Make
BMW
Model
5-Series
Trim Level
540iA
Engine & Performance
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
310 @ 3900
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
282 @ 5700
Fuel System
EFI
Displacement
4.4L/268
Engine Type
4.4L V8 DOHC 32V
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission-short
5A OD
Transmission-long
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Driveline
RWD
Dimensions & Weight
Curb Weight-manual
3803
Overall Length
188.00
Overall Width
70.90
Overall Height
56.50
Wheelbase
111.40
Standard Seating
5
Height, Overall (in)
56.5
Wheelbase (in)
111.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)
70.9
Features & Options
Power Door Locks
Standard
Air Conditioning
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Cassette Player
Standard
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat
Standard
Leather Seat
Standard
Alloy Wheels
Standard
Power Windows
Standard
Fuel & Economy
Tank
18.50
Fuel Economy-city
18
Fuel Economy-highway
24
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)
18
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)
24
Safety & Braking
Anti-Brake System
4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Child Safety Door Locks
Standard
ABS Brakes
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Suspension & Handling
Steering Type
Recirc
Front Suspension
Independent
Rear Suspension
Independent
Front Spring Type
Coil
Rear Spring Type
Air
Tilt Steering
Standard
Other Specifications
Manufactured in
GERMANY
Body Style
SEDAN 4-DR
Turning Diameter
37.40
Tires
225/55R16
Front Headroom
37.60
Rear Headroom
36.80
Front Legroom
41.70
Rear Legroom
34.20
Front Shoulder Room
56.80
Rear Shoulder Room
55.90
Track Front
59.50
Track Rear
60.10
Passenger Volume
92.50
Cargo Volume
11.10
MSRP
$49,900
Dealer Invoice
$43,700
Tachometer
Standard
Manual Sunroof
Standard
Full Size Spare Tire
Standard
Rear Window Defogger
Standard
Front Tire Size
P225/55R16
Rear Wheel Size (in)
16 x 7
Rear Tire Size
P225/55R16
Front Wheel Size (in)
16 x 7
Pattern Information
PatternWBADE632 V
WMI
WBA (Germany, Europe)