BMW 525d (F10)
BMW 5 series 2010 2.0 diesel description
Sedan BMW 525d has been produced from January, 2011 to December, 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. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 180 000 to 300 000 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 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 525d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 239 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of BMW 525d reported by owners in daily driving mode is 7.4 litres per 100km.
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.
- 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 xDrive AT 4x4

BMW 525d technical data
Model: | BMW 525d | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2011. January ... 2013. December | ||
Engine: | 1995 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 218 HP ON 4400 RPM | Torque: | 450 NM ON 1500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 239 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.0 seconds |
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: | 12 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 141 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2260 kg |
BMW 525d 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 |
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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 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 | 18 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 |
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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 |