BMW 5 series III (E34) Sedan All photos (3)
BMW 5 series III (E34) · Sedan · 1988–1996

BMW 5 series 525i 2.5 AT 170 HP

GasolineAutomatic, 8 gearsRear drive
Power
430 hp · 316 kW
Torque
510 Nm
0–100 km/h
4.8 s
Fuel consumption
13.1 l/100 km
On a full tank
~560 km
Other versions of this body · 27
525d 2.5 AT 115 HP 525d 2.5 AT 143 HP 525i 2.5 AT 170 HP 525i 2.5 AT 192 HP 525i X 2.5 AT 192 HP AWD 525d 2.5 MT 115 HP All versions →

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
4.8 s
Fuel tank
73 l

Engine

G8BB · 5,038 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
G8BB
Displacement
5,038 cm³
Max power
316 kW / 430 hp
Torque
510 Nm at 5000 rpm
Fuel
A95
Fuel system
Direct injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
V type
Cylinders
8
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
96 mm
Stroke
87 mm
Compression ratio
11.5

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
8

Dimensions and capacity

Body code BH · class E
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,480 mm
Wheelbase
2,935 mm
Front track
1,619 mm
Rear track
1,635 mm
Ground clearance
150 mm
Kerb weight
1,923 kg
Boot space (min)
450 l
Boot space (max)
450 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
235/50/R18
Optional tyre sizes
225/55R17
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA67.1 5x114.3
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring