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BMW 525 Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 525 Automatic
Year2009
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating63.3 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

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 torque250.00 Nm (25.5 kgf-m or 184.4 ft.lbs) at 2900 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
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
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

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
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

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Max weight with load1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Towing weight1806 kg (3,981.5 pounds)
Overall length4850 mm (190.9 inches)
Overall width1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Overall height1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions357.0 g/km
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