BMW 330xi vs BMW 525i
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2007 BMW 525i
Overview
| Spec | BMW 330xi330xi | BMW 525i525i |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 330xi | 525i |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2007 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 330xi330xi | BMW 525i525i |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $38,500 (best) | $43,500 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 330xi330xi | BMW 525i525i |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 330xi330xi | BMW 525i525i |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp (best) | 215 hp |
| Torque | 220 lb-ft (best) | 185 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 330xi330xi | BMW 525i525i |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft | 14 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,627 lbs | 3,428 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 113.7 in (best) |
| Length | 178.2 in | 191.1 in (best) |
| Width | 71.5 in | 72.7 in (best) |
| Height | 55.9 in | 57.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 330xi330xi | BMW 525i525i |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | 2 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 330xi | BMW 525i |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 330xi $38,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 525i $43,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
BMW 330xi vs BMW 525i FAQ
- Which is better: 2006 BMW 330xi or 2007 BMW 525i?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 BMW 330xi vs 2007 BMW 525i on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2006 BMW 330xi or 2007 BMW 525i?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 BMW 330xi starts lower at $38,500.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 BMW 330xi or 2007 BMW 525i?
- The 2006 BMW 330xi leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (38,500).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2006 BMW 330xi or 2007 BMW 525i?
- The 2007 BMW 525i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2006 BMW 330xi or 2007 BMW 525i?
- The 2006 BMW 330xi leads on horsepower in this comparison (255).