Episode 382 - BMW 530d M Sport

Date of broadcast: 22 March 2017
Engine: In-line six-cylinder, 2 993 cc, turbodiesel
Power: 195 kW @ 4 000 rpm
Torque: 620 Nm @ 2 000 – 2 500 rpm
Power/weight ratio: 118,9 kW/ton
Gearbox Eight-speed: Steptronic auto, RWD
Wheels/tyres: 19-inch alloy, 245/40 R19 (f), 275/35 R19 (r)

0-100 km/h: 5,7 sec
Top speed : 250 km/h (limited)
Fuel tank capacity: 66 litres
Fuel consumption (claimed/tested): 4,5 / 7,7 litres/100 km
Operating range (claimed/tested): 1 290 / 860 km
CO2 emissions: 118 g/km
Pros: Lithe and wieldy. Turbine-like urge. The best Five yet?
Cons: Styling too derivative.

Retail price: R1 002 400
Price as tested: R1 139 696

Prices correct on date of broadcast.