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BMW 3seriesE90, bmw 5series E60 2500cc N52 enjine ZF gearbox 6hp19 gearbox
Here is a detailed description of the BMW 3-Series E90 / 5-Series E60 equipped with the 2.5L N52 engine and ZF 6HP19 automatic transmission:
Engine: BMW N52B25 (2.5L Inline-6)
- Type: Naturally aspirated inline-6 petrol engine
- Displacement: 2,497 cc
- Valvetrain: DOHC, 24 valves
- Fuel system: Direct injection or port injection (depending on model year/market)
- Valvetronic: Yes (variable valve lift)
- Double VANOS: Yes (variable camshaft timing)
- Power output:
- Approx. 190218 hp (140160 kW)
- Torque: 230250 Nm
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- Engine code:
- N52B25 / N52B25UL (lower power version)
- N52B25O0 (higher output version, often in E60)
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- Materials: Magnesium-aluminum alloy engine block (lightweight)
Transmission: ZF 6HP19 Automatic Gearbox
- Manufacturer: ZF Friedrichshafen AG
- Type: 6-speed automatic transmission
- Model: ZF 6HP19
- Torque capacity: Up to 400 Nm
- Gear ratios:
- 1st: 4.17
- 2nd: 2.34
- 3rd: 1.52
- 4th: 1.14
- 5th: 0.87
- 6th: 0.69
- Reverse: 3.40
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- Features:
- Mechatronic integrated control unit (TCU + valve body)
- Adaptive shifting logic
- Smooth shifting with torque converter lock-up
- Compatible with manual shift mode (Steptronic)
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Fitment:
BMW E90 (3-Series)
- Models: 323i, 325i, 325xi (varies by market)
- Years: ~20052011
BMW E60 (5-Series)
- Models: 523i, 525i, 525xi
- Years: ~20052010
Known Notes:
- ZF 6HP19 is known for reliability if well maintained (fluid/filter every ~60k80k km).
- The N52 engine is reliable but may have issues like:
- Valve cover gasket leaks
- Water pump (electric) failure
- Oil filter housing leaks
- DISA valve wear (on intake manifold)
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