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BMW 525i SE

General information

ModelBMW 525i SE
Year1988
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power167.30 PS (123 kW or 165 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque239.00 Nm (24.4 kgf-m or 176.3 ft.lbs) at 4300 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 75.0 mm (3.3 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed214.0 km/h (133.0 mph)
0-60 miles8.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1062 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1575 kg (3,472.3 pounds)
Overall length4730 mm (186.2 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2630 mm (103.5 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)
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