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BMW 525 Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 525 Automatic
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2497 ccm (152.37 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving9.4 litres/100 km (25.02 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2497 ccm (152.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power218.00 PS (160 kW or 215 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque251 Nm (25.6 kgf-m or 185.1 ft.lbs) at 2900 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke82.0 x 78.8 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemSequential port fuel injection (SFI/SEFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed245.0 km/h (152.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1458 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)
Optional cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1495 kg (3,295.9 pounds)
Max weight with load1790 kg (3,946.3 pounds)
Towing weight1800 kg (3,968.3 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions357.0 g/km
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