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BMW 525i Automatic E60

General information

ModelBMW 525i Automatic E60
Year2007
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2496 ccm (152.31 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.0 litres/100 km (33.60 miles per gallon)
Seats5
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2496 ccm (152.31 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 systemElectronic fuel injection (EFI)
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 space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)
Cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)
Optional cargo space520 litres (137 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle13 m (500.0 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1495 kg (3,295.9 pounds)
Max weight with load2050 kg (4,519.5 pounds)
Towing weight1800 kg (3,968.3 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

Country of originGermany
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