The 2007 BMW 525i, the latest model year on record, is 190.9″ long, 72.8″ wide and 57.9″ tall on a 114.2″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,395 lb. At 15.9 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.1 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every BMW 525i generation, measured
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989–1995 | 185.8″ | 68.9″ | 55.5″ | 108.7″ | 3,395 lb |
| 2001–2003 | 189″ | 70.9″ | 56.7″ | 111.4″ | 3,567 lb |
| 2006–2007 | 190.9″ | 72.8″ | 58.3″ | 114.2″ | 3,494 lb |
525i year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 190.9″ | 72.8″ | 114.2″ | 1 | |
| 2006 | 190.9″ | 72.8″ | 114.2″ | 2 | |
| 2003 | 189″ | 70.9″ | 111.4″ | 2 | |
| 2002 | 189″ | 70.9″ | 111.4″ | 2 | |
| 2001 | 189″ | 70.9″ | 111.4″ | 2 | |
| 1995 | 185.8″ | 68.9″ | 108.7″ | 1 | |
| 1994 | 185.8″ | 68.9″ | 108.7″ | 1 | |
| 1993 | 185.8″ | 68.9″ | 108.7″ | 2 | |
| 1992 | 185.8″ | 68.9″ | 108.7″ | 2 | |
| 1991 | 185.8″ | 68.9″ | 108.7″ | 1 | |
| 1990 | 185.8″ | 68.9″ | 108.7″ | 1 | |
| 1989 | 185.8″ | 68.9″ | 108.7″ | 1 |
525i on the used market
In 90 525i listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2001–2003 car is the most common: 38 of them (42%), at an average asking price of $4,939.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2007 | 19 | 21% | $3,676 | 145,511 mi |
| 2001–2003 | 38 | 42% | $4,939 | 148,177 mi |
| 1989–1995 | 13 | 14% | $5,707 | 213,477 mi |
| Other years | 20 | 22% | $4,234 | 154,910 mi |
Will a 525i fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15.9 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.9 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.1 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,039 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 72.8″ | 73.2″ | −0.4″ |
| Wheelbase | 114.2″ | 110.6″ | +3.6″ |
| Curb weight | 3,395 lb | 3,913 lb | −518 lb |
525i against its rivals
Next to the Chevrolet Cavalier, Jaguar X-Type and Saturn Ion, the 525i is the longest and the widest of the four.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 525i (this car) | 2007 | 190.9″ | 72.8″ | 3,395 lb |
| Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 | 182.7″ | 68.1″ | 2,694 lb |
| Jaguar X-Type | 2008 | 184.6″ | 70.5″ | 3,640 lb |
| Saturn Ion | 2007 | 185″ | 67.7″ | 2,795 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2007 525i bigger than the 2006?
About the same length: the 2007 model is the same length and 99 lb lighter.
Which is bigger, the 525i or the Chevrolet Cavalier?
The 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is 8.2″ shorter and 701 lb lighter than the 2007 525i.
How much does a used 525i cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $5,707 for the 1989–1995 car to $3,676 for the 2006–2007 one, across 90 listings.
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