BMW 525xi Touring (Touring E61)
BMW 5 series 2004 2.5 petrol description
Estate car / wagon BMW 525xi Touring has been produced from March, 2005 to March, 2007. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 6500 rpm and torque 250 Nm (Newton metres) on 2750 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 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
On this engine, the valve seals and crankcase breather valve diaphragm tend to fail after ...
This BMW 5 series 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW 525xi Touring has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 525xi Touring accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 232 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 525xi Touring fuel consumption is 9.9 litres per 100km (10.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 14 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 5 series safety
During safety testing BMW 5 series has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 5 series is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 5 series got one star.
- BMW 525i Touring MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.7 seconds faster (in 7.8 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 8.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 10.0 litres per 100 km
- BMW 525i Touring AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 9.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 10.1 litres per 100 km
- BMW 525xi Touring AT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 10.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 10.6 litres per 100 km
BMW 525xi Touring technical data
| Model: | BMW 525xi Touring | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2005. March ... 2007. March | ||
| Engine: | 2497 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 239 g/km |
| Power: | 218 HP ON 6500 RPM | Torque: | 250 NM ON 2750 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 232 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.9 (combined) 14.0 (urban) 7.7 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10 l/100km (23.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.84m (length) 1.85m (width) 1.49m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1650 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2285 kg | ||
BMW 525xi Touring engine N52B25
Engine reliability and common problems:
On this engine, the valve seals and crankcase breather valve diaphragm tend to fail after 80-100 000 km, leading to increased oil consumption. It is recommended to choose engines manufactured in the last years of production (after 2010). The engine is not suitable for power boost modifications.Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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) | 82 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 78.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11 : 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 | 120,000 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 525xi Touring oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 9.8 litres (10.4 quarts) |
| Power | 177 - 218 HP ON 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 - 250 NM ON 2750 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2004 |
| Duration of production | 7 years |
| 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. |
All BMW 5 series estate car [2004 - 2007] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 520d Touring
Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520d Touring Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 523i Touring
Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.5 Petrol | 177 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 523i Touring Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 177 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Touring Apr 2004 — Mar 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Touring Apr 2004 — Mar 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Touring Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Touring Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 525xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 525d Touring | 2.5 Diesel | 177 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525d Touring | 2.5 Diesel | 177 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i Touring Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i Touring Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 530xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 530d Touring Apr 2004 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d Touring Apr 2004 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d Touring Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d Touring Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530xd Touring 4x4 Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 530xd Touring 4x4 Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
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BMW 535d Touring
Most powerfull diesel version (272 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 272 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 545i Touring Apr 2004 — Sep 2005 | 4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 545i Touring Apr 2004 — Sep 2005 | 4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 550i Touring
Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds |
4.8 Petrol | 367 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 550i Touring
Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 Most powerfull petrol version (367 HP) |
4.8 Petrol | 367 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |