The 2005 BMW 525i is a rear-wheel-drive sedan, petrol-powered with a manual gearbox. It has an engine displacement of 2.5 litres and an output of 160 kW (218 hp).

The asking price is 43,000 SEK. That is in line with bilbil.se's estimated market price of 39,700 SEK. The estimate is based on 185 comparable cars. The chance this car sells within the next 30 days is about 45%.

A dealer typically sells this model in about 19 days and a private seller in about 15 days.

The odometer reads 325,000 km, which works out at about 15,000 km per year. The next inspection is due by 31/12/2027.

Notable equipment:

  • Sunroof or panoramic roof
  • Parking sensors
  • Leather upholstery

Running the car costs an estimated:

The seller is a private individual, Norrköping.

The car has been for sale for 12 days since 16/10/2026. During that time the listing was off the market for 8 days.

Basic information

Mileage
325,000 km
Engine
2.5 l, Petrol
Model year
2005
First registration
19/05/2005
Type approval number
e1*2001/116*0230
Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Body type
Sedan
Colour
Grey
Next inspection due
31/12/2027
Country of manufacture
Germany
Assembly plant
BMW, Dingolfing
bilbil.se ID
332405

Engine and drivetrain

Engine code
N52B25A
Displacement
2,497 cm³
Engine layout
Inline
Cylinders
6
Valves per cylinder
4
Engine position
Front
Fuel injection
Indirect injection
Forced induction
No
Camshaft drive
Timing chain
Fuel grade
Petrol 95
Power
160 kW / 218 hp
Engine speed at peak power
6,500 rpm
Torque
250 Nm
Engine speed at peak torque
2,750 rpm
Number of gears
6
Acceleration (0–100)
7.5 s
Top speed
242 km/h

Consumption and emissions

Fuel consumption
8.7 l/100 km
Fuel tank
70 l
CO2 emissions
210 g/km (NEDC)
Emission class
Euro 4
Exhaust aftertreatment
Catalytic converter
Pass-by noise
72 dB

Dimensions and weights

Dimensions (L × W × H)
4,840 × 1,850 × 1,470 mm
Width including mirrors
2,036 mm
Wheelbase
2,888 mm
Turning circle
11.4 m
Boot space
520 l
Kerb weight
1,550 kg
Gross weight
2,035 kg
Payload
485 kg
Roof load
100 kg
Max towing weight
1,800 kg
Towing weight (unbraked)
750 kg
Tow ball load
90 kg

Body and chassis

Seats
5
Doors
4
Size class
Executive cars
Front suspension
Coil springs
Rear suspension
Coil springs
Front brakes
Disc brakes
Rear brakes
Disc brakes
Tyre pressure monitoring
Direct (sensors in the wheels)

The information on this page is compiled by Bilbil from dozens of public and non-public sources from Sweden and elsewhere in Europe. Check the details stated by the seller in the original listing.

Generation
E60/E61
Produced
2003–2007
Sub-model
E60

Gearbox
Manual

Equipment

  • Leather upholstery
  • Parking sensors
  • Sunroof or panoramic roof

Equipment rating

Asking price: 43,000 SEK

At market price

Market price estimate 39,700 SEK

Based on asking prices

Compared to 185 cars of the same model and similar model years (currently listed and recently delisted).

How the estimate is built

  • Base value (BMW 525, 2005) 39,620 SEK
  • Two sets of tyres +80 SEK
  • Market price estimate 39,700 SEK

Without a statistically distinct effect in this group: manual transmission, rear-wheel drive, sold by a private seller, body type: sedan, leather upholstery, parking sensors.

20,000 SEK30,000 SEK40,000 SEK50,000 SEK16/10/202620/10/202624/10/202628/10/2026
DatePriceChange
16/10/202627,000 SEK–
19/10/202622,000 SEK−5,000 SEK
28/10/202643,000 SEK–

Next inspection due by 31/12/2027

About 14 months left. In Sweden, a car or light van has its second inspection no later than 24 months after the first, and after that no later than 14 months after the previous one.

Check with Transportstyrelsen

Sale periods

Private seller, Norrköping, Östergötland 12 days for sale
16/10/202620/10/202624/10/202628/10/2026

listing off the market

Sales

No previous sales.

Listing changes

DateWhatChange
28/10/2026Listing renewed –
28/10/2026Asking price 22,000 SEK → 43,000 SEK
28/10/2026Mileage 330,000 km → 325,000 km Reading went down, check the odometer history
19/10/2026Asking price 27,000 SEK → 22,000 SEK

SEK
5,000 SEK 900,000 SEK
5 years
1 year 5 years
Estimated monthly instalment approx. 890 SEK/mo

The estimate uses a nominal interest rate of 5.80% and an account fee of 60 SEK a month. The actual rate, term and instalment are set in the loan offer.

Remember to check tyre condition with the seller.

Tyre sizes for this model

  • 245/30 R20
  • 295/25 R20
  • 245/35 R19
  • 245/40 R18
  • 275/35 R18
  • 225/50 R17
  • 245/45 R17
  • 205/60 R16

Wheel sizes for this model

16″
17″
18″
19″
20″
What do the sizes mean?

Frequently asked questions about this car

How much does BMW 525i cost?

BMW 525i is for sale at 43,000 SEK.

Is this car well priced?

According to bilbil.se's price estimate, the asking price is at market price (estimated market price 39,700 SEK).

How long has this car been for sale?

The car has been for sale for at least 12 days: the first listing entered bilbil.se's tracking on 16/10/2026. The listing was off the market for 8 days in between, and that time is included.

Has this car been on the market before?

No earlier completed sales are on record for this car.

What model year is the car?

The car is model year 2005 and was first registered on 19/05/2005.

How many kilometres has the car covered?

The car's mileage is 325,000 km.

When is the car due for its next inspection?

According to the listing, the car must be inspected by 31/12/2027. In Sweden, a car or light van has its second inspection no later than 24 months after the first, and after that no later than 14 months after the previous one.

What fuel type and gearbox does the car have?

The fuel type is petrol and the gearbox is manual.

What features does the car have?

Notable features include Sunroof or panoramic roof, Parking sensors, Leather upholstery. The full feature list is on this page.

Where is BMW 525i located?

The car is located in Östergötland (Norrköping, Östergötland).

Who is selling this car?

The seller is Private seller (Norrköping).

Where can I see this car's price history?

This page shows the changes to the car's asking price, its sale periods and the edits made to the listing.