BMW E28 M5 (1984–1988): specs and known issues
The BMW E28 M5 was produced 1984–1988, per Wikipedia. We do not have repair prices for it yet.
Specs from Wikipedia (revisions listed below)
E28 at a glance
| Production | 1984–1988 | [1] |
|---|---|---|
| Body style | Sedan | [1] |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive | [1] |
| Wheelbase | 2625 mm (103.3 in) | [1] |
| Length | 4620–4800 mm (181.9–189.0 in) | [1] |
| Width | 1699 mm (66.9 in) | [1] |
| Height | 1415 mm (55.7 in) | [1] |
| Curb weight | 1410 kg (3109 lb) | [1] |
Engines offered
Engine pages whose Wikipedia car list names the E28. It can include markets or variants, so confirm your engine code.
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Generations and body styles
- Next generation: E34 M5 (1988–1995)
Related models
More M5 chassis codes: E34 · E39 · E60 · F10 · F90 · G90 · G99
Other BMWs that started in the 1980s: E30 3 Series · E28 5 Series · E34 5 Series · E32 7 Series · Z1 Z1 · E30 M3 · E24 M6
Common questions
When was the BMW E28 M5 produced?
1984–1988, per Wikipedia.
Which engines were offered in the BMW E28 M5?
Engines whose Wikipedia articles name E28: M88/S38. Check your car's engine code before relying on this list.
Sources
- Wikipedia: BMW M5 (revision 1379607386, read 2026-10-23)
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