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Technical data

This 525 5MT (150 hp) engine was fitted in the E12 [Restyling] Sedan, which was produced by BMW from 1976 to 1981. In addition to this engine, 25 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km14.3litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km7.4litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km10.5litre
Fuel tank capacity70litre
Cruising rangefrom 490 to 950km
Fuel98 RON
Top speed193km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)10.1second

Engine

Displacement2494cm3
Engine power150bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 800RPM
Maximum torque212Nm
RPM at max torque4000RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder2
Bore86mm
Stroke71.6mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle10.5m

Body

Seats5
Length4620mm
Width1690mm
Height1425mm
Wheelbase2636mm
Front track1406mm
Rear track1442mm
Ground clearance139mm
Kerb weight1350kg
Gross weight1810kg
Displacement460kg
Min. boot capacity440litre
Max. boot capacity440litre
Body typeSedan

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, Trailing arms, Dampers
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City17.2 litres / 100km
Highway8.9 litres / 100km
Average12.6 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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