BMW E90 e60 2.5 N52 ZF 6hp19 Gearbox

BMW E90 e60 2.5 N52 ZF 6hp19 Gearbox


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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

  • Engine code:
    • N52B25 / N52B25UL (lower power version)
    • N52B25O0 (higher output version, often in E60)

  • 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

  • Features:
    • Mechatronic integrated control unit (TCU + valve body)
    • Adaptive shifting logic
    • Smooth shifting with torque converter lock-up
    • Compatible with manual shift mode (Steptronic)






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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