BMW 525d (E60)
BMW 5 series 2003 2.5 diesel description
Sedan BMW 525d has been produced from January, 2004 to March, 2007. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 177 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and Garrett GT2260V turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 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-40 and oil capacity is 7.25 litres.
BMW 525d has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 525d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 227 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 525d fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100km (12.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 11 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1120 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 8.3 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. 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 525d technical data
| Model: | BMW 525d | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2004. January ... 2007. March | ||
| Engine: | 2497 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 208 g/km |
| Power: | 177 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 400 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 227 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.8 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.2 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km (28.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.84m (length) 1.85m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2155 kg | ||
BMW 525d engine M57D25TU
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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) | 80 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 82.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 18 : 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 | 200,000 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 | 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-40 |
| Oil capacity | 7.25 litres (7.7 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 177 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1998 |
| Duration of production | 12 years |
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BMW 520d
Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520d Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.0 Diesel | 163 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520i Jul 2003 — Mar 2005 | 2.2 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520i Sep 2003 — Mar 2005 | 2.2 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 523i
Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.5 Petrol | 177 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 523i Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 177 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Sep 2003 — Mar 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Sep 2003 — Mar 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525xi 4x4 Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 525xi 4x4 Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Petrol | 218 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 525d Jan 2004 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Diesel | 177 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525d Jan 2004 — Mar 2007 | 2.5 Diesel | 177 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i Jul 2003 — Mar 2005 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i Jul 2003 — Mar 2005 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530xi 4x4 Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 530xi 4x4 Mar 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 530d Jul 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d Jul 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530d Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530xd 4x4 Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 530xd 4x4 Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 | 3.0 Diesel | 231 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
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BMW 535d
Sep 2004 — Mar 2007 Most powerfull diesel version (272 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 272 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 540i Mar 2006 — Mar 2007 | 4.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 540i Mar 2006 — Mar 2007 | 4.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 545i Sep 2003 — Sep 2005 | 4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 545i Sep 2003 — Sep 2005 | 4.4 Petrol | 333 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 550i
Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds |
4.8 Petrol | 367 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 550i
Sep 2005 — Mar 2007 Most powerfull petrol version (367 HP) |
4.8 Petrol | 367 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Rear wheel |