The 2008 BMW 523i 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 140 kW (190 hp).

The asking price is 51,500 SEK. That is 13,000 SEK (34%) above bilbil.se's estimated market price of 38,500 SEK. The estimate is based on 160 comparable cars. The chance this car sells within the next 30 days is about 57%.

A dealer typically sells this model in about 22 days and a private seller in about 14 days. At this asking price, the car will sell in an estimated 15 days.

The odometer reads 275,000 km, which works out at about 15,000 km per year. The car was inspected 10/2026, and the next inspection is due by 31/12/2027.

Notable equipment:

  • Tow bar
  • Parking sensors
  • Leather upholstery

Running the car costs an estimated:

The seller is a private individual, Ydre.

The car has been for sale for 2 days since 11/11/2026.

Basic information

Mileage
275,000 km
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Fuel
Petrol
Displacement
2,490 cm³
Model year
2008
First registration
29/07/2008
Type approval number
e1*2001/116*0230
Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Acceleration (0–100)
8.2 s
Body type
Sedan
Colour
Black
Next inspection due
31/12/2027
Country of manufacture
Germany
Assembly plant
BMW, Dingolfing
bilbil.se ID
395475

Engine and drivetrain

Engine code
N53B25A
Engine layout
Inline
Cylinders
6
Valves per cylinder
4
Engine position
Front
Fuel injection
Direct injection
Forced induction
No
Camshaft drive
Timing chain
Fuel grade
Petrol 98
Power
140 kW / 190 hp
Engine speed at peak power
6,100 rpm
Torque
240 Nm
Engine speed at peak torque
3,500 rpm
Number of gears
6
Top speed
237 km/h

Consumption and emissions

Fuel consumption
7.3 l/100 km
Fuel tank
70 l
CO2 emissions
178 g/km (NEDC)
Emission class
Euro 4
Exhaust aftertreatment
Catalytic converter
Pass-by noise
70 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
Ground clearance
142 mm
Turning circle
11.4 m
Boot space
520 l
Kerb weight
1,580 kg
Gross weight
2,085 kg
Payload
485 kg
Roof load
100 kg
Max towing weight
1,600 kg
Towing weight (unbraked)
750 kg
Tow ball load
90 kg

Body and chassis

Seats
5
Doors
4
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 facelift
Produced
2007–2010
Sub-model
E60

Gearbox
Manual

Equipment

  • Leather upholstery
  • Parking sensors
  • Tow bar

Equipment rating

Asking price: 51,500 SEK

Above market price

Market price estimate 38,500 SEK

Based on asking prices

Compared to 160 cars of the same model and similar model years (currently listed and recently delisted).

How the estimate is built

  • Base value (BMW 523, 2008) 43,610 SEK
  • Two sets of tyres +60 SEK
  • Sold by a private seller −2,150 SEK
  • Manual transmission −3,020 SEK
  • Market price estimate 38,500 SEK

Without a statistically distinct effect in this group: tow bar.

At this asking price, the car will sell in an estimated 15 days.

No price changes during the tracked period.

Next inspection due by 31/12/2027

About 13 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. According to the listing description, the car was inspected in 10/2026.

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Sale periods

Private seller, Ydre, Östergötland 2 days for sale
11/11/202612/11/202613/11/2026

Sales

No previous sales.

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SEK
5,000 SEK 900,000 SEK
7 years
1 year 7 years
Estimated monthly instalment approx. 810 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 523i cost?

BMW 523i is for sale at 51,500 SEK.

Is this car well priced?

According to bilbil.se's price estimate, the asking price is above market price (estimated market price 38,500 SEK).

How long has this car been for sale?

The car has been for sale for at least 2 days. The listing entered bilbil.se's tracking on 11/11/2026.

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 2008 and was first registered on 29/07/2008.

How many kilometres has the car covered?

The car's mileage is 275,000 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 Tow bar, Parking sensors, Leather upholstery. The full feature list is on this page.

Where is BMW 523i located?

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

Who is selling this car?

The seller is Private seller (Ydre).

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.