BMW X3 2004 2.5i (E83)

BMW X3 2004 2.5 petrol description

Crossover / SUV BMW X3 2004 2.5i has been produced from January, 2004 to September, 2006. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 192 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 245 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 280 000 and 480 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This BMW X3 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW X3 2004 2.5i has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW X3 2004 2.5i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 208 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW X3 2004 2.5i fuel consumption is 11 litres per 100km (9.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 16 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 67 litres or 17.7 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 760 kilometers on highway.

With the same engine there is also BMW X3 version with automatic gearbox (BMW X3 2004 2.5i AT 4x4) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.9 seconds later (in 9.8 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 12.0 litres per 100 km.
BMW X3 2.5 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW X3 2004

BMW X3 2004 2.5i technical data

Model: BMW X3 2.5i
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2004. January ... 2006. September 
Engine: 2494 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 272 g/km
Power: 192 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 245 NM ON 3500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 208 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.0 (combined) 16.0 (urban) 8.7 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 67 litres (17.7 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.56m (length) 1.85m (width) 1.67m (height)
Turning diameter: 12 meters
Ground clearance: 200 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 480 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1560 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2240 kg

BMW X3 2004 2.5i engine M54B25

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 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 2494 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 75 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 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.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 250,000 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 Injection
BMW X3 2004 2.5i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 10.6 litres (11.2 quarts)
Power 192 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 245 NM ON 3500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2000
Duration of production 7 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW Z4

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 X3 crossover [2004 - 2006] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
BMW X3 2005 2.0i 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2006

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 150 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW X3 2004 2.0d 4x4

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 150 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW X3 2004 2.5i 4x4 2.5 Petrol 192 HP 11.0 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW X3 2004 2.5i 4x4 2.5 Petrol 192 HP 12.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW X3 2004 3.0i 4x4

Most powerfull petrol version (231 HP)

3.0 Petrol 231 HP 11.0 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW X3 2004 3.0i 4x4

Most powerfull petrol version (231 HP)

3.0 Petrol 231 HP 12.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW X3 2004 3.0d 4x4 Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 3.0 Diesel 204 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW X3 2004 3.0d 4x4 Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 3.0 Diesel 204 HP 9.1 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW X3 2005 3.0d 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds

3.0 Diesel 218 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW X3 2005 3.0d 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2006

Most powerfull diesel version (218 HP)

3.0 Diesel 218 HP 8.6 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW X3 2004 reviews
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