BMW 525xi Touring (Touring E61)

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BMW 5 series 2007 2.5 petrol description

Estate car / wagon BMW 525xi Touring has been produced from March, 2007 to January, 2010. 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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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 automatic 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 230 km/h.

BMW 525xi Touring fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 12 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 820 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 10.6 litres per 100 km, which is 26% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also three other BMW 5 series versions - with rear wheel drive and manual gearbox (BMW 525i Touring MT), and with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 525i Touring AT), and with manual gearbox (BMW 525xi Touring MT 4x4) available:

BMW 525i Touring MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.1 seconds faster (in 7.4 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 7.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.1 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 9.5 litres per 100 km
BMW 525i Touring AT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.6 seconds faster (in 7.9 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 7.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 9.7 litres per 100 km
BMW 525xi Touring MT 4x4 is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.3 seconds faster (in 8.2 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 8.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.1 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 9.5 litres per 100 km

BMW 5 series 2.5 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

BMW 525xi Touring technical data

Model:	BMW 525xi Touring
Body style:	Estate car / wagon
Production period:	2007. March ... 2010. January
Engine:	2497 cm³ Petrol, 6 cylinders	CO2 emissions:	201 g/km
Power:	218 HP ON 6500 RPM	Torque:	250 NM ON 2750 RPM
Gearbox:	Automatic gearbox (6 gears)	Drive type:	All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed:	230 km/h	Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	8.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	8.4 (combined) 12.0 (urban) 6.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption:	10.6 l/100km (22.2 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
Gross weight:	2340 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
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.

Carmakers tend to use similar engines with different parameters for models available in different markets and time periods.

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All BMW 5 series estate car [2007 - 2010] modifications

Modification	Engine	Power	Consumption	Gearbox	Drive type
BMW 520i Most fuel efficient petrol version	2.0 Petrol	170 HP	6.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520i Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption	2.0 Petrol	170 HP	7.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520d Touring Mar 2007 — Sep 2007 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption	2.0 Diesel	163 HP	6.1 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520d Touring Mar 2007 — Sep 2007	2.0 Diesel	163 HP	7.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520d Touring Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient diesel version	2.0 Diesel	177 HP	5.3 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520d Touring Sep 2007 — Jan 2010	2.0 Diesel	177 HP	5.8 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520i Touring Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient petrol version	2.2 Petrol	170 HP	6.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520i Touring Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption	2.2 Petrol	170 HP	7.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 523i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	2.5 Petrol	190 HP	7.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 523i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	2.5 Petrol	190 HP	7.7 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	2.5 Petrol	218 HP	7.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	2.5 Petrol	218 HP	7.7 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	2.5 Petrol	218 HP	8.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 525xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	2.5 Petrol	218 HP	8.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 525xd 4x4	2.5 Diesel	197 HP	6.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 525xd 4x4	2.5 Diesel	197 HP	7.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 525i	3.0 Petrol	218 HP	7.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525i	3.0 Petrol	218 HP	7.7 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525xi 4x4	3.0 Petrol	218 HP	8.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 525xi 4x4	3.0 Petrol	218 HP	8.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 530i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Petrol	272 HP	7.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 530i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Petrol	272 HP	7.7 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 530xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Petrol	272 HP	8.5 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 530xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Petrol	272 HP	8.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 525d Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Diesel	197 HP	6.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525d Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Diesel	197 HP	6.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 530d Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Diesel	235 HP	6.6 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 530d Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Diesel	235 HP	6.8 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 530xd Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Diesel	235 HP	7.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 530xd Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Diesel	235 HP	7.2 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 535d Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 Most powerfull diesel version (286 HP)	3.0 Diesel	286 HP	7.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 550i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds	4.8 Petrol	367 HP	11.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 550i Touring Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 Most powerfull petrol version (367 HP)	4.8 Petrol	367 HP	11.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel

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