specification on 2 May 2009
540i SE
Basics
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List Price
|
£39,265
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Body style
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Saloon
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Gearbox
|
6-spd
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Doors
|
4 doors
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Seats
|
5 seats
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Running Costs
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MPG Urban
|
17.9 mpg
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MPG Extra Urban
|
38.2 mpg
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MPG Combined
|
26.9 mpg
|
CO2 Emissions
|
250 g/km
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VED Band (2017 on)
|
-
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VED Band (pre-2017)
|
Band L
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Insurance Group (1-20)
|
18
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Insurance Group (1-50)
|
-
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Engine
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Engine Size
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4000 cc
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Cylinders
|
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Valves
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32v
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Fuel
|
Unleaded
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Emissions Rating
|
EU4
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Performance
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Top Speed
|
155 mph
|
0-60 mph
|
-
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0-62 mph
|
6.1 s
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Power (bhp)
|
306 bhp
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Power (ps)
|
-
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Torque
|
288 lb ft
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Miscellaneous
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Kerb Weight
|
1725 kg
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Gross Weight
|
2210 kg
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Warranty
|
3 years / Unlimited miles
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Service interval
|
-
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Fuel tank capacity
|
70 L
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Maximum towing weight
|
2000 kg
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Dimensions
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Length
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4841 mm
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Width
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1846 mm
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Height
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1468 mm
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Wheelbase
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2888 mm
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Boot capacity
|
520 L
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Equipment & Options
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Power Steering
|
Standard
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Electronic Stability Programme
|
Standard
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Alloy Wheels
|
Standard
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Electric Mirrors
|
Standard
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Front Electric Windows
|
Standard
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Rear Electric Windows
|
Standard
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Electric Sunroof
|
£870
Option
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Leather Seats
|
£1,340
Option
|
Passenger Airbag
|
Standard
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Front Side Airbag
|
Standard
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Alarm
|
Standard
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Satellite Navigation
|
£1,335
Option
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Split/fold Rear Seats
|
£365
Option
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