The 2007 BMW 525i window sticker reads 22 mpg combined (18 city, 28 highway) for the 3L 6-cyl. A used 2007 asks about $4,500 today.
The BMW 525i window sticker — build, options & years
The BMW 525i ran from 1989–2007 across 3 generations (1989–1995, 2001–2003, 2006–2007).
For year-by-year recalls, MPG and safety, see the full BMW 525i VIN decoder.
What the BMW 525i sticker says about fuel
EPA figures for the 2007 525i:
The label also prints an estimated $3,500 a year in fuel at 15,000 miles. In its EPA class (Compact Cars, 2007) the best 525i version ranks #27 of 38 on combined MPG (the class best is 32 mpg).
How the 525i's sticker figure changed
Combined MPG by model year, 1989 to 2007:
Combined went from 18 mpg in 1989 to 22 in 2007.
The 525i sticker against its rivals
On combined MPG the 525i (22 mpg, 2007) sits behind the Chevrolet Cavalier and Saturn Ion.
| Model | EPA year | Best combined | NHTSA overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 525i | 2007 | — | |
| Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 | — | |
| Jaguar X-Type | 2008 | — | |
| Saturn Ion | 2007 | — |
What a used 525i sells for now
Median asking price by model year, from 44 live US listings:
| Model year | Median asking price | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 9 listings | |
| 2006 | 8 listings | |
| 2002 | 13 listings | |
| 2001 | 14 listings |
A 2007 525i asks a median $4,500 today, a 2001 about $3,499. Full breakdown on the BMW 525i value page.
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Recalls, MPG and safety year by year: BMW 525i VIN decoder.
525i window sticker — every model year
Any 525i from 1989–2007: the VIN carries the model year, so there is no year to pick. Other BMW models: BMW window stickers.
Other BMW window stickers
| Model | Years covered | Class | Best EPA figure |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW M3 | Compact Cars | 29 mpg | |
| BMW X5 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 27 mpg | |
| BMW X3 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 30 mpg | |
| BMW M4 | Subcompact Cars | 30 mpg | |
| BMW M5 | Midsize Cars | 20 mpg | |
| BMW i8 | Subcompact Cars | 28 mpg |
Where to find the VIN on a BMW 525i
- WindshieldLower-left corner, driver's side, readable from outside without opening anything.
- Door jambOn the driver's door frame of every 525i, next to the tire-pressure and build-date plate.
- DocumentsRegistration, title and insurance card — on a BMW 525i all three must show the same number.
Window sticker — frequently asked
What MPG does the BMW 525i window sticker show?
The 2007 label shows up to 22 mpg combined, #27 of 38 in its EPA class (Compact Cars). EPA puts the fuel bill at about $3,500 a year.
Does the BMW 525i sticker show better MPG than the Chevrolet Cavalier?
No: the most efficient 2007 BMW 525i reads 22 mpg combined, the 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 26.
What is a used BMW 525i worth now?
A 2007 asks a median $4,500 and a 2001 about $3,499, across 44 live listings. More on the BMW 525i value page.
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