Certified CenterBMW announced that its 528i sedan will drop its current inline six-cylinder engine in favor of a twin-turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder for 2012. With 240 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, the 2.0-liter engine offers identical power and an additional 30 lb-ft of torque compared to the 3.0-liter engine in the outgoing 2012 BMW 528i. The new turbo-4 will be mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission only. BMW says the 2012 528i will sprint from zero to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds, 0.4 second quicker than the 2011 model.
Also new for the 2012 528i is a standard start/stop system. This feature switches off the engine when the car is stationary at traffic lights or in slow-moving traffic. An Eco mode, which is activated by the driving experience switch, adjusts the engine map, heating, air-conditioning and mirror/seat heating to minimize fuel consumption. Combined improvements are said to deliver up to 15 percent better fuel efficiency (final EPA results are pending). The 2011 528i is rated at 22 mpg city/32 mpg highway and 25 mpg combined.
BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive system will also be an available option on the 528i for 2012. Currently, all-wheel drive is only available on 535i and 550i models.
The 2012 BMW 528i will arrive at U.S. dealers this fall. Please contact Andrea DeMarco at Grayson BMW 865.209.7273 or ademarco@graysonsales.com and let us help you get into a new idea for a seasoned pro of a car. Life is to short!