BMW 5 series I (E12) Facelift Sedan All photos (3)
BMW 5 series I (E12) Facelift · Sedan · 1976–1981

BMW 5 series 525i 2.5 MT 150 HP

DieselAutomatic, 5 gearsAll driveEuro 6
Power
175 hp · 129 kW
Torque
451 Nm
Top speed
183 km/h
Fuel consumption
10.6 l/100 km
On a full tank
~710 km
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Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
183 km/h
Fuel tank
75 l

Engine

D4CB · 2,497 cm³
Engine type
Diesel
Engine code
D4CB
Displacement
2,497 cm³
Max power
129 kW / 175 hp
Torque
451 Nm at 2250 rpm
Fuel system
Diesel, Common rail
Turbo
Turbo
Engine position
In front
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
91 mm
Stroke
96 mm
Compression ratio
17.6
Emission standard
Euro 6

Transmission

Drive
All
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
5

Dimensions and capacity

Body code TQ · class M
Body type
Minivan
Doors
5
Seats
9
Length
5,150 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,925 mm
Wheelbase
3,200 mm
Front track
1,685 mm
Rear track
1,660 mm
Ground clearance
190 mm
Kerb weight
2,260 kg
Turning circle
11.2 m

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
225/65/R17
Optional tyre sizes
205/75R16, 215/60R17, 215/65R17, 215/70R16, 225/60R17
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA92.5 6x139.7
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring