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BMW 525d

General information

ModelBMW 525d
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2495 ccm (152.24 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving6.8 litres/100 km (34.59 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
Transmission7-speed automatic or 7-speed manual
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2495 ccm (152.24 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power177.00 PS (130 kW or 175 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque400.00 Nm (40.8 kgf-m or 295.0 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression17.0:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 75.1 mm (3.3 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox7-speed automatic or 7-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1066 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2633 litres (696 gallons)
Cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)
Optional cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (448.8 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1660 kg (3,659.7 pounds)
Max weight with load2145 kg (4,728.9 pounds)
Towing weight2000 kg (4,409.2 pounds)
Overall length4850 mm (190.9 inches)
Overall width1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR38680
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