BMW 525i Touring (Touring E39)
BMW 5 series 2000 2.5 petrol description
Estate car / wagon BMW 525i Touring has been produced from September, 2000 to April, 2004. 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 5 series 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW 525i Touring has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 525i Touring accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 235 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 525i Touring fuel consumption is 9.8 litres per 100km (10.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 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.
BMW 525i Touring technical data
| Model: | BMW 525i Touring | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2000. September ... 2004. April | ||
| Engine: | 2494 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 235 g/km |
| Power: | 192 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 245 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 235 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 (combined) 13.0 (urban) 7.7 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.7 l/100km (24.2 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 | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 410 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1525 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2205 kg | ||
BMW 525i Touring 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 525i Touring oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts) |
| Power | 192 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2000 |
| Duration of production | 7 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 2003 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | BMW 3 sērija BMW X3 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. |
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All BMW 5 series estate car [2000 - 2004] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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BMW 520d Touring
Sep 2000 — Apr 2004 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 136 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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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) |
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BMW 530d Touring
Sep 2000 — Apr 2004 Most powerfull diesel version (193 HP) |
2.9 Diesel | 193 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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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) |
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BMW 540i
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 540i Touring
Sep 2000 — Apr 2004 Most powerfull petrol version (286 HP) |
4.4 Petrol | 286 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |