BMW 5 Series E34 (1989–1995)

BMW 5 Series 525i

E34 (1989–1995), 1989–2003. Gasoline · 2.5 L · 168 hp · 5-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 8.9 s and top speed 128 mph.

E34 (1989–1995) 1989 - 2003
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
2.5 L
Horsepower
168
Torque
164 lb-ft
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
8.9 s
Top speed
128 mph
Curb weight
3300 lbs
Wheelbase
2761 mm
Dimensions
4775 × 1765 × 1420 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
18.0 / 23.0 / 20.0 mpg

General information

Brand country Germany
Vehicle class Midsize car
Doors 4
Seats 5
Steering side Left-hand drive

Dimensions

Length 4775 mm
Width 1765 mm
Height 1420 mm
Wheelbase 2761 mm

Volume and weight

Fuel tank capacity 21.1 gal
Curb weight 3300 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 2.5 L
Horsepower 168 hp
Torque 164 lb-ft
Cylinders 6
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Multi-point fuel injection
Compression ratio 10
Bore and stroke 84.0 mm x 75.0 mm
Engine code M50B25
Valvetrain DOHC

Transmission

Transmission 5-speed manual
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 128 mph
0–60 mph 8.9 s
Fuel economy city 18.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 23.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 20.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent strut
Rear suspension Independent semi-trailing arm
Front brakes Ventilated disc
Rear brakes Disc

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