BMW 525d Touring (Touring E39)

BMW 5 series 2000 2.5 diesel description

Estate car / wagon BMW 525d Touring has been produced from September, 2000 to April, 2004. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 163 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and Garrett GT2556V turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 360 000 to 600 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This BMW 5 series 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 525d Touring has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 525d Touring accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 525d Touring in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7 litres per 100km (14.3 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient BMW 5 sērija 2000 - 2004 versions, fuel consumption in city - 9.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1000 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1240 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this BMW is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also BMW 5 series version with automatic gearbox (BMW 525d Touring AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 17 % - 8.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 17 % - 8.3 litres per 100 km.
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BMW 5 series 2000

BMW 525d Touring technical data

Model: BMW 525d Touring
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2000. September ... 2004. April 
Engine: 2497 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 187 g/km
Power: 163 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 350 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 215 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.0 (combined) 9.5 (urban) 5.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.1 l/100km (33.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.80m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.44m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Ground clearance: 120 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 410 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1525 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2305 kg

BMW 525d Touring engine M57D25

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2497 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 80 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 82.8 mm
Compression ratio 18 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 200,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

BMW 525d Touring oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 9.2 litres (9.7 quarts)
Power 163 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 350 NM ON 2000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1998
Duration of production 12 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2001 onwards.

All BMW 5 series estate car [2000 - 2004] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
BMW 520d Touring Sep 2000 — Apr 2004

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 136 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (5)
BMW 520i Touring Sep 2000 — Apr 2004

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.2 Petrol 170 HP 9.5 l/100km Manual (5)
BMW 520i Touring Sep 2000 — Apr 2004 2.2 Petrol 170 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW 525i Touring Sep 2000 — Apr 2004 2.5 Petrol 192 HP 9.8 l/100km Manual (5)
BMW 525i Touring Sep 2000 — Apr 2004 2.5 Petrol 192 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW 525d Touring Sep 2000 — Apr 2004 2.5 Diesel 163 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (5)
BMW 525d Touring Sep 2000 — Apr 2004 2.5 Diesel 163 HP 8.2 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW 530d Touring Sep 2000 — Apr 2004

Most powerfull diesel version (193 HP)

2.9 Diesel 193 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (5)
BMW 530d Touring Sep 2000 — Apr 2004

Most powerfull diesel version (193 HP)

2.9 Diesel 193 HP 8.5 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW 530i Touring Sep 2000 — Apr 2004 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.9 l/100km Manual (5)
BMW 530i Touring Sep 2000 — Apr 2004 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW 540i

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds

4.4 Petrol 286 HP 12.3 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 540i Touring Sep 2000 — Apr 2004

Most powerfull petrol version (286 HP)

4.4 Petrol 286 HP 13.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW 5 series 2000 reviews
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