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BMW 5 Series G30 (2016–2023): specs

BMW 5 Series G30 (2016–2023) photo
Photo: Charles from Port Chester, New York, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0

The BMW 5 Series G30 is a sedan produced from 2016 to 2023. It is the 7th of 8 generations of the 5 Series in our catalog.

Engines: 2.0 Turbo (530i) (B46B20), 249 hp. Transmission: automatic; rear-wheel drive. Length 4,936 mm, wheelbase 2,975 mm, fuel tank 68 L.

Facelift: 2020. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.

Specifications

Production years2016–2023
Bodysedan
Engine2.0 Turbo (530i)
Engine codeB46B20
Displacement2 L
Fuelpetrol
Power249 hp
Torque350 Nm
Transmissionautomatic, 8-speed
Gearbox model8AT ZF 8HP50
Driverear-wheel drive
Length4,936 mm
Width1,868 mm
Height1,479 mm
Wheelbase2,975 mm
Fuel tank68 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years10–20 years (×0.7)
2.0 Turbo (530i)≈ 16,475 ₸≈ 11,532 ₸

Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →

Also 520i 184 hp, 540i 340 hp

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Gearbox ZF 8HP: a reliable gearbox
  • Powerful versions: up to 249 hp
  • Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available

Cons

  • Engine BMW B46/B48/B58: oil and coolant leaks at high mileage
  • Gearbox ZF 8HP: rarely, mechatronics and bushings at high mileage

Common problems and what to check

Engine: BMW B46/B48/B58

  • oil and coolant leaks at high mileage
  • water pump failures occur

What to check when buying: oil traces; service history.

Tip: Noticeably more reliable than previous generations.

Gearbox: ZF 8HP

  • reliable gearbox; rarely — mechatronic and bushings at high mileage

What to check when buying: shift smoothness.

Tip: Oil with the filter-pan every 80–100k km.

Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 225/55R17, 245/45R18, 245/40R19, 245/35R20; bolt pattern 5x112. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the BMW 5 Series G30 have?

2.0 Turbo (530i), code B46B20, 249 hp, 350 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

automatic (8AT ZF 8HP50).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Fuel tank 68 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the BMW 5 Series G30 in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 16,475 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.

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