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2005 BMW 5 Series 525i

The 2005 BMW 5 Series 525i is a 215-hp 2.5-liter inline-6 with a 6-speed manual. It starts at $41,300 MSRP.

It makes 215 horsepower at 6,250 rpm and 185 lb-ft of torque at 2750 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.

The 5 Series measures 191.1 inches long on a 113.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,428 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$41,300 ($68,728 *)
Engine
Engine TypeNaturally Aspirated 2.5L Inline-6
Displacement2.5 L
Horsepower215 hp @ 6,250 rpm
Torque185 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 24V
Bore and Stroke82 x 78.8 mm
Compression Ratio11.0:1
Injection TypeEFI
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission6-Speed Manual
1st Gear4.35
2nd Gear2.5
3rd Gear1.66
4th Gear1.23
5th Gear1
6th Gear0.85
Reverse3.93
Final Drive3.15
Fuel Economy
City19 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded
Tank Capacity18.5 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble-Pivot w/Lower Arms
Rear Suspension4-link Integral
Turning Diameter37.5 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.2 x 0.9 in
Rear Brake Disc12.6 x 0.8 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.5 in
Wheels Rear17 x 7.5 in
Tires FrontP225/50R17
Tires RearP225/50R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length191.1 in
Width72.7 in
Height57.8 in
Wheelbase113.7 in
Front Track61.3 in
Rear Track62.3 in
Ground Clearance4.5 in
Cargo Volume14 ft³
Curb Weight3,428 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37.7 in
Headroom Rear37.9 in
Legroom Front41.5 in
Legroom Rear36 in
Shoulder Room Front57.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear57.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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