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BMW 525i SE Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 525i SE Automatic
Year1988
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2441 ccm (148.95 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2441 ccm (148.95 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
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed203.0 km/h (126.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.6 seconds
0-60 miles10.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1042 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

Weight1605 kg (3,538.4 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)
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