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BMW 525

General information

ModelBMW 525
Year1988
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2443 ccm (149.07 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2443 ccm (149.07 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power170.00 PS (125 kW or 168 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque226.00 Nm (23.0 kgf-m or 166.7 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke82.1 x 78.8 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1164 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4830 litres (1,276 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1460 kg (3,218.7 pounds)
Overall length4730 mm (186.2 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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