BMW 525d xDrive (F10)

BMW 5 series 2010 2.0 diesel description

Sedan BMW 525d xDrive has been produced from January, 2011 to January, 2013. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 4400 rpm and torque 450 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and TwinTurbo turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 180 up to 300 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
Because of problems with the timing chain, which tends to stretch at 100,000 km, the BMW N47  ...  This BMW 5 series 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.

BMW 525d xDrive has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 525d xDrive accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 234 km/h.

BMW 525d xDrive fuel consumption is 5.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (19.6 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient BMW 5 sērija 2010 - 2013 versions, city fuel economy - 6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1360 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1520 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.4 litres per 100 km, which is 45% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.

BMW 5 series safety

During safety testing BMW 5 series has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 5 series is evaluated with outstanding rate 95 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 83 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 5 series got 78 points from 100.
BMW 5 series safety equipment has been rated as outstanding - 100 percents from 100.

With the same engine there are also two other BMW 5 series versions - with rear wheel drive and manual gearbox (BMW 525d MT), and with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 525d AT) available:
  • BMW 525d MT users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 6.9 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 525d AT
BMW 5 series 2010

BMW 525d xDrive technical data

Model: BMW 525d xDrive
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2011. January ... 2013. January 
Engine: 1995 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 134 g/km
Power: 218 HP ON 4400 RPM Torque: 450 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 234 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.1 (combined) 6.0 (urban) 4.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.4 l/100km (31.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.90m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.9 meters
Ground clearance: 141 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 520 litres
Gross weight: 2320 kg

BMW 525d xDrive engine N47S1

Engine reliability and common problems:

Because of problems with the timing chain, which tends to stretch at 100,000 km, the BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine. In addition, the engine has to be removed from the car in order to replace the timing chain. The cause of the timing chain problem is said to have been eliminated for engines produced after 2015. Also, the crankshaft damper on this engine does not tend to last very long. Cracks tend to form between the cylinders as the engine overheats.
Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 300,000 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 1995 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 16.5 : 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.

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 xDrive oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Power 218 HP ON 4400 RPM
Torque 450 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2007
Duration of production 17 years
Engine also used on BMW 3 sērija BMW X5 BMW 1 sērija BMW X1 and 3 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All BMW 5 series sedan [2010 - 2013] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 520i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Petrol 184 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Petrol 184 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2011 — Jan 2013

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2011 — Jan 2013

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 528i 4x4 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Petrol 245 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 184 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 184 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Diesel 218 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 2.0 Diesel 218 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 525d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2011 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 218 HP 5.1 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 523i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 204 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 523i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 204 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Petrol 272 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530i Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Petrol 272 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 535i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 204 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 204 HP 6.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Diesel 258 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Diesel 258 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2011 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 258 HP 5.7 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 535d Jan 2010 — Dec 2011 3.0 Diesel 300 HP 6.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535d Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Diesel 313 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535d 4x4 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 3.0 Diesel 313 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW M550d 4x4 Jan 2012 — Dec 2013

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

3.0 Diesel 381 HP 6.3 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 550i Jan 2010 — Jan 2013

Most powerfull petrol version (408 HP)

4.4 Petrol 408 HP 10.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 550i 4x4

Most powerfull petrol version (408 HP)

4.4 Petrol 408 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 5 series 2010 reviews
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