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BMW E12 5 Series (1972–1981): specs and known issues
The BMW E12 5 Series was produced 1972–1981, in the executive car class, per Wikipedia. We do not have repair prices for it yet.
Specs from Wikipedia (revisions listed below)
E12 at a glance
| Production | 1972–1981 | [1] |
|---|---|---|
| Model years | 1975–1981 | [1] |
| Class | Executive car (E) | [1] |
| Body style | Sedan | [1] |
| Layout | FR layout | [1] |
| Wheelbase | 2636 mm (103.8 in) | [1] |
| Length | 4620 mm (181.9 in) | [1] |
| Width | 1690 mm (66.5 in) | [1] |
| Height | 1425 mm (56.1 in) | [1] |
| Curb weight | 1235–1565 kg (2723–3450 lb) | [1] |
- Predecessor: BMW New Class
- Successor: BMW 5 Series (E28)
Engines offered
Engine pages whose Wikipedia car list names the E12. It can include markets or variants, so confirm your engine code.
If you've had work done on one, ask for quotes or share what you paid in the form on any repair page, and it becomes a data point for the next owner.
Generations and body styles
- Next generation: E28 5 Series (1981–1987)
Related models
More 5 Series chassis codes: E28 · E34 · E39 · E60 · E61 · F10 · F11 · F07 · F18 · G30 · G31 · G38 · G60 · G61
Other BMWs that started in the 1970s: E21 3 Series · E24 6 Series · E23 7 Series · E26 M1
Common questions
When was the BMW E12 5 Series produced?
1972–1981, per Wikipedia.
Which engines were offered in the BMW E12 5 Series?
Engines whose Wikipedia articles name E12: M10, M30, M20, M88/S38. Check your car's engine code before relying on this list.
Sources
- Wikipedia: BMW 5 Series (E12) (revision 1377045420, read 2026-10-23)
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