BMW 525 xDrive (E60)

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BMW 5 series 2007 3.0 petrol description

Sedan BMW 525 xDrive has been produced from March, 2007 to January, 2010. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 6100 rpm and torque 270 Nm (Newton metres) on 2400 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). The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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Engine is relatively reliable. Most problems relate to the fuel injection system, spark plugs ... This BMW 5 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 525 xDrive has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 525 xDrive accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 240 km/h.

BMW 525 xDrive fuel consumption is 8.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 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 9.5 litres per 100 km, which is 17% 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 MT), and with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 525i AT), and with automatic gearbox (BMW 525 xDrive AT 4x4) available:

BMW 525i MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.8 seconds faster (in 7.1 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 9.5 litres per 100 km
BMW 525i AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 7.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 9.9 litres per 100 km
BMW 525 xDrive AT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 8.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 9.9 litres per 100 km

BMW 5 series 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

BMW 525 xDrive technical data

Model:	BMW 525 xDrive
Body style:	Sedan
Production period:	2007. March ... 2010. January
Engine:	2996 cm³ Petrol, 6 cylinders	CO2 emissions:	193 g/km
Power:	218 HP ON 6100 RPM	Torque:	270 NM ON 2400 RPM
Gearbox:	Manual gearbox (6 gears)	Drive type:	All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed:	240 km/h	Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	7.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	8.1 (combined) 11.3 (urban) 6.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption:	9.5 l/100km (24.8 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:	2185 kg

BMW 525 xDrive engine N53B30 UL

Engine reliability and common problems:

Engine is relatively reliable. Most problems relate to the fuel injection system, spark plugs and coils, and the Vanos phase control system. Problems with the high pressure fuel pump were common in early model years. Otherwise the engine is considered to be of fair quality and reliability.
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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	2996 cm³
Number of cylinders	6
Bore (cylinder diameter)	85 mm
Stroke length (piston move)	88 mm
Compression ratio	12 : 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 525 xDrive oil type	5W-30
Oil capacity	6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity	9.8 litres (10.4 quarts)
Power	204 - 218 HP ON 6100 RPM
Torque	270 NM ON 2400 RPM
Start of production (year)	2007
Duration of production	6 years
Engine also used on	BMW 3 sērija

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 sedan [2007 - 2010] modifications

Modification	Engine	Power	Consumption	Gearbox	Drive type
BMW 520i Most fuel efficient petrol version	2.0 Petrol	170 HP	6.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520i Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption	2.0 Petrol	170 HP	6.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520d Mar 2007 — Sep 2007 Most fuel efficient diesel version	2.0 Diesel	163 HP	5.1 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520d Mar 2007 — Sep 2007	2.0 Diesel	163 HP	5.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520d Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient diesel version	2.0 Diesel	177 HP	5.1 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520d Sep 2007 — Jan 2010	2.0 Diesel	177 HP	5.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520i Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient petrol version	2.2 Petrol	170 HP	6.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 520i Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption	2.2 Petrol	170 HP	6.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 523i Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	2.5 Petrol	190 HP	7.3 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 523i Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	2.5 Petrol	190 HP	7.5 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525i Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	2.5 Petrol	218 HP	7.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525i Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	2.5 Petrol	218 HP	7.5 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525d Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	2.5 Diesel	197 HP	6.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525d Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	2.5 Diesel	197 HP	6.5 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525i Jan 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Petrol	218 HP	7.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525i Jan 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Petrol	218 HP	7.5 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525 xDrive 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Petrol	218 HP	8.1 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 525 xDrive 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Petrol	218 HP	8.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 528i	3.0 Petrol	230 HP	10.1 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 528i	3.0 Petrol	230 HP	10.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 528i 4x4	3.0 Petrol	230 HP	11.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 530i Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Petrol	272 HP	7.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 530i Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Petrol	272 HP	7.5 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 530xi 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Petrol	272 HP	8.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 530xi 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Petrol	272 HP	8.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 535i	3.0 Petrol	300 HP	10.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 535i	3.0 Petrol	300 HP	10.8 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 535i 4x4	3.0 Petrol	300 HP	11.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 535i 4x4	3.0 Petrol	300 HP	11.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 525d	3.0 Diesel	197 HP	6.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525d	3.0 Diesel	197 HP	7.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 525d 4x4	3.0 Diesel	197 HP	6.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 525d 4x4	3.0 Diesel	197 HP	6.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 530d Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Diesel	235 HP	6.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 530d Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Diesel	235 HP	6.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 530xd 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Diesel	235 HP	6.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 530xd 4x4 Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	3.0 Diesel	235 HP	6.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 535d Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 Most powerfull diesel version (286 HP)	3.0 Diesel	286 HP	6.8 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 540i Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	4.0 Petrol	306 HP	10.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 540i Mar 2007 — Jan 2010	4.0 Petrol	306 HP	9.7 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 550i Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds	4.8 Petrol	367 HP	11.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 550i Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 Most powerfull petrol version (367 HP)	4.8 Petrol	367 HP	10.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel

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