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BMW 525i

General information

ModelBMW 525i
Year1990
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating73.2 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 power187.60 PS (138 kW or 185 HP) at 5900 Rev. per min.
Max torque240.00 Nm (24.5 kgf-m or 177.0 ft.lbs) at 4700 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 75.0 mm (3.3 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed224.0 km/h (139.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.2 seconds
0-60 miles8.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1191 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)
Cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

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)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
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