BMW 525d xDrive (F10)

BMW 5 series 2013 2.0 diesel description

Sedan BMW 525d xDrive has been produced from January, 2013 to January, 2016. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 4400 rpm and torque 450 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and TwinTurbo turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 180 up to 300 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
Because of problems with the timing chain, which tends to stretch at 100,000 km, the BMW N47  ...  This BMW 5 series 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.

BMW 525d xDrive has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 525d xDrive accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 240 km/h.

BMW 525d xDrive fuel consumption is 5.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (19.6 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient BMW 5 sērija 2013 - 2016 versions, fuel consumption in city - 5.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1360 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1520 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.3 litres per 100 km, which is 43% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other BMW 5 series versions - with rear wheel drive and manual gearbox (BMW 525d MT), and with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 525d AT) available:
  • BMW 525d MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 4.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 7.5 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 525d AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 4.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 7.3 litres per 100 km
BMW 5 series 2013

BMW 525d xDrive technical data

Model: BMW 525d xDrive
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2013. January ... 2016. January 
Engine: 1995 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 133 g/km
Power: 218 HP ON 4400 RPM Torque: 450 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 240 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.1 (combined) 5.8 (urban) 4.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.3 l/100km (32.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.91m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 12.1 meters
Ground clearance: 141 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 520 litres
Gross weight: 2365 kg

BMW 525d xDrive engine N47S1

Engine reliability and common problems:

Because of problems with the timing chain, which tends to stretch at 100,000 km, the BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine. In addition, the engine has to be removed from the car in order to replace the timing chain. The cause of the timing chain problem is said to have been eliminated for engines produced after 2015. Also, the crankshaft damper on this engine does not tend to last very long. Cracks tend to form between the cylinders as the engine overheats.
Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 300,000 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 1995 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 16.5 : 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 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 xDrive oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 10.6 litres (11.2 quarts)
Power 218 HP ON 4400 RPM
Torque 450 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2007
Duration of production 17 years
Engine also used on BMW 3 sērija BMW X5 BMW 1 sērija BMW X1 and 3 other models

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 sedan [2013 - 2016] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 520i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 184 HP 6.0 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 528i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 528i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 2.0 Petrol 245 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 518d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 143 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 518d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 143 HP 4.5 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 518d Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 2.0 Diesel 150 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 518d Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 2.0 Diesel 150 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 184 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 184 HP 4.5 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 520d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 2.0 Diesel 184 HP 4.9 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 2.0 Diesel 190 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 520d Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 2.0 Diesel 190 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 520d 4x4 Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 2.0 Diesel 190 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 2.0 Diesel 218 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 525d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 2.0 Diesel 218 HP 4.7 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 525d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 2.0 Diesel 218 HP 5.1 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 535i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 535i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 3.0 Petrol 340 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 3.0 Diesel 258 HP 5.1 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 530d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 3.0 Diesel 258 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 535d Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 3.0 Diesel 313 HP 5.3 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 535d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 3.0 Diesel 313 HP 5.6 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW M550d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016

Most powerfull diesel version (381 HP)

3.0 Diesel 381 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 550i Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 4.4 Petrol 450 HP 8.6 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 550i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds

4.4 Petrol 450 HP 9.2 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW M5 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds

4.4 Petrol 560 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
BMW 5 series 2013 reviews
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