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BMW 5 Series 525i (1996) price & specs
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525i
Overview
The 1996 BMW 5 Series 525i is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The BMW 5 Series is regarded as a Large Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $94,240 before on-road costs.
This BMW 5 Series is powered by a 2.5L 6-cylinder engine that has 141 kW of power (at 5900 rpm) and 250 Nm of torque (at 4200 rpm) via a Five-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 80L fuel tank
The BMW 5 Series measures 1412mm (55.6 inches) in height, 4720mm (185.8 inches) in length, 1751mm (68.9 inches) in width with a 2761mm (108.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1585kg (3494.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The 5 Series 525i comes standard with 205/65 R15 front tyres and 205/65 R15 rear tyres. It has a 24 month warranty.
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Power to Weight
70.74 - 130.03 kW/t
66.87 kW/t
130.03 kW/t
Boot Space
460 litres
390 litres
530 litres
Price
$78,830 - $147,000
$78,830
$185,000
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 - 3 years
2 years
3 years
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Dimensions
4,720 mm
1,751 mm
1,412 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,720 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,751 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,412 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,761 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,500 mm |
| Load Capacity | 480 mm |
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Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Engine
Automatic Valve Adjustment: yes
Engine Block Composition: Light Alloy
Bore Engine: 84
Engine (cc): 2494
Compression Ratio: 10.5
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Head Composition: Light Alloy
Engine (L): 2.5
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 75
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Additional Fuel Types
Fuel Types: Unleaded
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Variable Intake Manifold: yes
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Type: Total
Clock
Type: Digital
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Fuel Economy Indicator
Type: Gauge
Instrument Cluster
Message Display: yes
Type: Analogue
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
EU 83 Combined (L/100km): 7.1
EU 83 Combined (mpg): 33
EU 83 Standard: Eu 83
EU 83 Urban (L/100km): 11
EU 83 Urban (mpg): 21
Fuel Economy
EU 83 At 90 km/h 56 mph: 7.1
EU 83 City (L/100km): 11
EU 83 City (mpg): 21
Performance
Acceleration 0 to 1000 m: 30.7
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 223
Maximum Speed (mph): 139
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 192
Maximum Power (kW): 141
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5900
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4200
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Viscous
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Strut
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Side Molding
Colour of Body Side Moulding: Black/Grey
Size of Body Side Molding: Narrow
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Front Bumper Impact Absorbing: yes
Location: Front
Front Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Rear Bumper Impact Absorbing: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 460
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11500
Front Track (in): 57.9
Front Track (mm): 1470
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 37.7
Overall Height (in): 55.6
Overall Height (mm): 1412
Overall Length (in): 185.8
Overall Length (mm): 4720
Overall Width (in): 68.9
Overall Width (mm): 1751
Rear Track (in): 58.9
Rear Track (mm): 1495
Wheelbase (in): 108.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2761
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.5
Front Headroom (mm): 978
Rear Headroom (in): 37.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 950
Front Hip Room (in): 54.3
Front Hip Room (mm): 1380
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.2
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1403
Front Leg Room (in): 41.6
Front Leg Room (mm): 1057
Rear Leg Room (in): 34.2
Rear Leg Room (mm): 869
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Quad
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Steel
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 1
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Front Power Window Switch Location: Console
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Safety Operation for Rear Power Windows: yes
Rear Power Window Switch Location: Console
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 700
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1543
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2065
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4553
Maximum Roof Rack Load (kg): 100
Maximum Roof Rack Load (lb): 220
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1585
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3494
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Cassette Automatic Reverse: yes
Cassette has Search Repeat: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 10
Front-Rear Fader: yes
Number of Bands: 2
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Seek: yes
Seek Scan: yes
Tape Logic Deck: yes
System Type: Stereo
Disc Player
Capacity: 10
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Footwell Lights: yes
Number of Door Switches: 4
Memorised Adjustment
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 3
Passenger Assist Handles
Number of Handles: 4
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Driver Mirror Cover: yes
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Mirror Cover: yes
Door Panel Trim
Material: Leather
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Textile
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Gear Selector: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Driver Airbag Type: Us-Bag
Location: Passenger
Passenger Airbag Type: Us-Bag
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Cushion
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Cushion
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Folding: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Hard Plastic Shell: yes
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Open
Floor Type: Full
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: 4
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Side Window Ducts In Doors: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Dead Bolt: yes
Includes Fuel Filler Door: yes
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Internal Switch: yes
Operation: key
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