BMW E28 5 Series 525i Specs

(1981 - 1987) - Technical Specifications for Years 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
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Key Specs

Petrol
152.2 cu-in
2494 cm3
Inline 6
148 HP
150 PS / 110 kW
158 lb-ft
215 Nm
122 Mph
197 km/h
20 MPG
11.5 L/100 km
25 MPG UK

BMW E28 5 Series 525i Body, Model and Production details BMW E28 5 Series 525i Body, Model and Production details

Generation : E28
Body : -
Num. of Doors : 4 doors

BMW E28 5 Series 525i Engine Technical Data BMW E28 5 Series 525i Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Inline 6
Engine Code : M107 (M30B25)
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : Inj. Bosch L-Jetronic
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine Position : Front
Engine displacement : 152.2 cu-in / 2494 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.39 x 2.82 inches
86 x 71.6 mm
Number of valves : 12 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 9.6
Horsepower : 148 HP / 150 PS / 110 kW
@ 5500 rpm
Maximum torque : 158 lb-ft / 215 Nm
@ 4400 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
5 speed Manual

BMW E28 5 Series 525i Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range BMW E28 5 Series 525i Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined: 20 MPG
11.5 L/100 km
25 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road: 29 MPG
8 L/100 km
35 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Highway: 24 MPG
10 L/100 km
28 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - City: 17 MPG
14.1 L/100 km
20 MPG UK
Range : 378 miles / 608 km
Fuel Tank Capacity : 18.5 gallons
70 L
15.4 UK gallons

BMW E28 5 Series 525i Performance BMW E28 5 Series 525i Performance

Top Speed : 122 Mph / 197 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : 9.9 s
Acceleration 0 to 1000m : 31 s

BMW E28 5 Series 525i Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight BMW E28 5 Series 525i Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 103.35 inches / 262.5 cm
Length : 181.89 inches / 462 cm
Width : 66.93 inches / 170 cm
Height : 55.71 inches / 141.5 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : 0.36
Curb Weight : 2844 lbs / 1290 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 8.6 kg/hp

BMW E28 5 Series 525i Interior size, Dimensions BMW E28 5 Series 525i Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats : 5 seats
Trunk / Boot capacity : 16.2 cu-ft / 460 L

BMW E28 5 Series 525i Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension BMW E28 5 Series 525i Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(11.18 inches / 284 mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Discs
(11.18 inches / 284 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : 175/- R14
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : 175/- R14
Front Suspension : Double-joint spring struts(MacPherson)
Rear Suspension : Independent with Semi-trailing arms
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How fast is a BMW E28 5 Series 525i?
The BMW E28 5 Series 525i can reach 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 9.9 seconds and has a top speed of 197 km/h / 122 mph.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1981 BMW E28 5 Series 525i have?
The 1981 BMW E28 5 Series 525i has 150 PS / 148 bhp / 110 kW.

How much does a BMW E28 5 Series 525i weighs?
The BMW E28 5 Series 525i weighs 1290 Kg / 2844 lbs.

What is the BMW E28 5 Series 525i gas mileage?
The BMW E28 5 Series 525i gas mileage is Open road 29 MPG / 8 L/100 km / 35 MPG UK / Highway 24 MPG / 10 L/100 km / 28 MPG UK / City 17 MPG / 14.1 L/100 km / 20 MPG UK.

What engine is in BMW E28 5 Series 525i?
The BMW E28 5 Series 525i has a Inline 6, Petrol engine with 2494 cm3 / 152.2 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the BMW E28 5 Series 525i?
The BMW E28 5 Series 525i is 181.89 inches / 462 cm long, 66.93 inches / 170 cm wide, and 55.71 inches / 141.5 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 103.35 inches / 262.5 cm.

How much cargo space does a BMW E28 5 Series 525i have?
The BMW E28 5 Series 525i offers 16.2 cu-ft / 460 L of trunk space.