BMW 525i (E34)
BMW 5 series 1988 2.5 petrol description
Sedan BMW 525i has been produced from April, 1990 to December, 1995. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 192 horsepower on 5900 rpm and torque 245 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 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 without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 360 000 to 600 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This BMW 5 series 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.75 litres.
BMW 525i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 525i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 525i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9 litres per 100km (11.1 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 10.3 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.
- BMW 525iX MT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.9 seconds later (in 9.5 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 9.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 10.2 litres per 100 km
- BMW 525iX AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.4 seconds later (in 10 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 9.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 10.7 litres per 100 km
BMW 525i technical data
Model: | BMW 525i | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1990. April ... 1995. December | ||
Engine: | 2494 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 192 HP ON 5900 RPM | Torque: | 245 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 230 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.0 (combined) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.3 l/100km (22.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.72m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1990 kg |
BMW 525i engine M50B25
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 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 |
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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. |
Fuel system | Injection |
BMW 525i oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.75 litres (6.1 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts) |
Power | 192 HP ON 5900 RPM |
Torque | 245 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1990 |
Duration of production | 6 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 1993 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | BMW 3 sērija |
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All BMW 5 series sedan [1988 - 1995] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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BMW 518i
Oct 1989 — Jan 1994 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 113 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 518i
Oct 1992 — Mai 1995 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 518iN
Jan 1994 — Dec 1995 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 518iN Jan 1994 — Dec 1995 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 518i Apr 1994 — Mai 1995 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 520i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 520i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 520i Apr 1990 — Dec 1995 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 520i Apr 1990 — Dec 1995 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 524td Jan 1988 — Oct 1991 | 2.4 Diesel | 116 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 524td Jan 1988 — Oct 1991 | 2.4 Diesel | 116 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525i Apr 1990 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525i Apr 1990 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525iX 4x4 Oct 1991 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
BMW 525iX 4x4 Oct 1991 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
BMW 525td
Mai 1993 — Dec 1995 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.5 Diesel | 115 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525td Mai 1993 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Diesel | 115 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525tds
Oct 1991 — Dec 1995 Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP) |
2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 525tds
Oct 1991 — Dec 1995 Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP) |
2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 530i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 3.0 Petrol | 188 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 530i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 3.0 Petrol | 188 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 530i Oct 1992 — Dec 1995 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 530i Oct 1992 — Dec 1995 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 535i Jan 1988 — Oct 1992 | 3.4 Petrol | 211 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 535i Jan 1988 — Oct 1992 | 3.4 Petrol | 211 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
BMW 540i V8
Jan 1992 — Dec 1995 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds |
4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 540i
Oct 1992 — Dec 1995 Most powerfull petrol version (286 HP) |
4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |