Vital Statistics: 1998 BMW 5-Series
By Bill Bregman
The 1998 BMW 5-Series
Made in GERMANY for BMW, the 5-Series for 1998 is a leader in the 5-seat SEDAN 4-DR segment. It retailed for $38,900 USD with a dealer cost of $34,590 USD.
Fuel Economy
The 5-Series's generous 2.8L L6 DOHC 24V engine has been measured to get 18 - 20 miles/gallon city driving with a 18.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The 5-Series retails for $38,900 USD with a invoice price of $34,590 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The 5-Series comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3450 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
5-Series Dimensions
The 1998 5-Series has standard length of 188.00 inches and a width of 70.90 inches. The 5-Series rides 56.50 inches off the ground, with a clearance of inches. Front headroom is 38.70 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the 5-Series a radius of 37.10 inches. It uses 225/60R15 tires with a wheelbase of 111.40 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment usually includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, ABS Brakes, Driver Airbag, Front Side Airbag. Leading optional equipment includes Leather Seat, Manual Sunroof.
Exterior color choices include Alpine White, Arctic Silver Metallic, Aspen Silver Metallic, Aubergine, Canyon Red Metallic, Cashmere Beige Metallic, Glacier Green Metallic, Jet Black, Montreal Blue Metallic, Oxford Green Metallic with interior choices of Aubergine Leather, Beige Leatherette, Black Leather, Black Leatherette, Gray Leather, Sand Beige Leather. The 5-Series seats 5 people with 41.70 inches front leg room.
BMW Warranty
The regular warranty period is months or miles. It also comes with a month/ mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is critical to contact the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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