525d
231 hp, 6,8 s 0-100 : among the 92 grand tourers 2016–2020, the 525d ranks 29th of 92 in Combined consumption, 33th of 90 in Tank range, 67th of 92 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
231hp
500 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
6.8s
VMax 245 km/h
Cons.
5.4L
/100 km
Tank
66L
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Full specifications BMW 525d
Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.
Powertrain
| Architecture | Unknown · 4 cyl. |
| Displacement | 1,995 cm\u00b3 |
| Power | 231 hp |
| Couple | 500 Nm |
| Gearbox | Torque Converter 8 rapports Automatic |
| Transmission | RWD |
Consumption
| Cons. WLTP | 5,4 L/100km |
| Tank | 66 L |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 6,8 s |
| VMax | 245 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,942 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm |
| Width | 1,868 mm |
| Height | 1,498 mm |
| Boot | 570 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,690 kg |
| Cd | 0.27 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 142 g/km |
Caralogy Methodology
Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine
Among the 92 grand tourers, the 525d ranks (top 29 in segment) in fuel consumption. Caralogy simulates its real-world cost: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis · tailored to this vehicle
Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
Good compromise for regular use without available charging infrastructure. 29th of 92 in Combined consumption (5.4 L/100).
Less suitable for
Some metrics lag behind the segment. Check the rankings above to identify weak points.
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is Combined consumption, the Bmw 520d (1st with 4.3 L/100) takes the lead. If the priority is Tank range, the Bmw 520d (1st with 1535 km) takes the lead.
Fuel consumption: 5.4 L/100 L/100 (29th of 92 in Combined consumption)
The 525d consumes 5.4 L/100 on the WLTP combined cycle. The segment reference is the Bmw 520d (4.3 L/100).
Tank range: 1222 km (33th of 90 in Tank range)
On a full tank, the 525d covers 1222 km on the combined cycle. The segment reference reaches 1535 km.
Go beyond this analysis
Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.
Running cost for your profile
Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.
Launch simulator →Long-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a trip →Chronos & accélération
0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.
Voir la performance →Duel against a rival
Calibrated drag race, speed stages, comparative technical analysis.
Start a duel →Segment positioning
Where the 525d stands against grand tourers
Comparison across 92 grand tourers marketed between 2016–2020.
Combined consumption
29eout of 92
Tank range
33eout of 90
0–100 km/h
67eout of 92
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
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204 hp · 0-100 7.9 s
A6 Avant
204 hp · 0-100 7.0 s
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Frequently asked questions
BMW 525d: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
Among the 92 grand tourers 2016–2020, the 525d ranks 29th of 92 in Combined consumption (5.4 L/100, behind the Bmw 520d), 33th of 90 in Tank range (1222 km, behind the Bmw 520d), 67th of 92 in 0–100 km/h (6.8 s, behind the Bmw M5 Competition).
1222 km on a full tank (5.4 L/100 on the combined cycle) — 33th of 90 in autonomie du segment.
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Bmw 520d leads in Combined consumption (4.3 L/100 vs 5.4 L/100). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 525d vs Bmw 520d duel for a detailed comparison.
Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.