520iA and 520i E60
02-06-2005, 02:30 PM
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Hi Guys
Could you guys please explain to me the difference between 520i and 520iA??
I read some page that the E60 520iA is a 2.5litre engine while the 520i is 2200.
Is there anything else not the same? equipment level etc??
Thanks
Could you guys please explain to me the difference between 520i and 520iA??
I read some page that the E60 520iA is a 2.5litre engine while the 520i is 2200.
Is there anything else not the same? equipment level etc??
Thanks
02-06-2005, 02:54 PM
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The 520i is a petrol engine (2200), and I thought people put A at the end to signify it was an automatic. The 525i is a 2.5 litre. Tell me if i'm wrong...
02-06-2005, 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by maylander739' date='Feb 7 2005, 12:54 AM
The 520i is a petrol engine (2200), and I thought people put A at the end to signify it was an automatic.? The 525i is a 2.5 litre.? Tell me if i'm wrong...
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I am sure 520iA doesn't just stands for automatic?? because you can have a automatic without having a A badge , 520i can also be an automatic.
Quote of "http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/t/news/bmw/new5-seriesrevealed/id35285"
"A couple of months later, BMW will launch the 520iA (192bhp, 2.5-litre) and the 545i. The latter is powered by a new Valvetronic 333bhp/332lb ft 4.4-litre V8. A new six-speed manual 'box is standard on both cars and a six-speed auto is optional."
Correct me if I am wrong too
02-06-2005, 04:02 PM
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Yes 520iA simply means 520i with Automatic Steptronic transmission. 
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02-06-2005, 05:13 PM
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Thanks Iceman!
Thanks a bunch guys!!
My Dad is considering getting one, so need to clarify the difference.
Standard spec:
6-speed steptronic automatic transmission.
Advanced digital automatic climate comfort control air-conditioning including micro filter.
BMW I-Drive Technology with centrally mounted LCD monitor.
BMW star spoke alloy wheels styling 115, 7J X 16 wheels with 225/55R 16 tyres.
Cruise control.
Dakota leather upholstery.
Driver and front passenger smart airbags.
Electric adjustable front seats with memory for drivers seat.
Electric glass sliding / tilting sun-roof.
Electric rear screen roller sunblind.
Electric window lifts with finger-tip control.
EWS III anti-theft warning device and electronic immobilizer.
Fine wood trim Poplar Grain Brown, Poplar Grain light, Maple wood Sycamore or trim finisher Aluminium.
Front centre armrest.
Front side smart airbags.
Individual white direction indicator lights.
Integrated BMW AM / FM Business RDS receiver with CD player. Glove box mounted BMW 6-CD changer. Hi-fi loudspeaker system. Rear screen aerial diversity.
Interior / exterior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function and including electric folding function.
ITS front and rear head smart airbags.
Leather steering wheel with multi-function controls.
Metallic or non-metallic colour.
On-board computer.
Park Distance Control for front and rear (PDC).
Radio remote control for central locking system.
Rain sensor and automatic driving lights control.
Rear side airbags including head protection system.
Servotronic road speed responsive power assisted steering.
Tyre deflation warning system.
Velour floor mats.
By the way, is the 2.0 powerful enough? The car is for city use, no straight road
Thanks a bunch guys!!
My Dad is considering getting one, so need to clarify the difference.
Standard spec:
6-speed steptronic automatic transmission.
Advanced digital automatic climate comfort control air-conditioning including micro filter.
BMW I-Drive Technology with centrally mounted LCD monitor.
BMW star spoke alloy wheels styling 115, 7J X 16 wheels with 225/55R 16 tyres.
Cruise control.
Dakota leather upholstery.
Driver and front passenger smart airbags.
Electric adjustable front seats with memory for drivers seat.
Electric glass sliding / tilting sun-roof.
Electric rear screen roller sunblind.
Electric window lifts with finger-tip control.
EWS III anti-theft warning device and electronic immobilizer.
Fine wood trim Poplar Grain Brown, Poplar Grain light, Maple wood Sycamore or trim finisher Aluminium.
Front centre armrest.
Front side smart airbags.
Individual white direction indicator lights.
Integrated BMW AM / FM Business RDS receiver with CD player. Glove box mounted BMW 6-CD changer. Hi-fi loudspeaker system. Rear screen aerial diversity.
Interior / exterior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function and including electric folding function.
ITS front and rear head smart airbags.
Leather steering wheel with multi-function controls.
Metallic or non-metallic colour.
On-board computer.
Park Distance Control for front and rear (PDC).
Radio remote control for central locking system.
Rain sensor and automatic driving lights control.
Rear side airbags including head protection system.
Servotronic road speed responsive power assisted steering.
Tyre deflation warning system.
Velour floor mats.
By the way, is the 2.0 powerful enough? The car is for city use, no straight road
02-06-2005, 05:17 PM
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Ya I'm pretty sure people are just puttin the A in the back to signify that they have a automatic. I havent seen any badges on the back of the cars where it says 520iA
02-06-2005, 05:26 PM
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Originally Posted by EBMCS03' date='Feb 7 2005, 03:17 AM
Ya I'm pretty sure people are just puttin the A in the back to signify that they have a automatic. I havent seen any badges on the back of the cars where it says 520iA
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02-06-2005, 07:39 PM
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Originally Posted by EBMCS03' date='Feb 6 2005, 09:17 PM
Ya I'm pretty sure people are just puttin the A in the back to signify that they have a automatic. I havent seen any badges on the back of the cars where it says 520iA
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