Vehicles using N52B25 engine list:
- BMW - 523i (130kW) 2004–2007
- BMW - 323i (130kW) 2004–2007
- BMW - 325i (160kW) 2005–2013
- BMW - 525xi (160kW) 2005–2007
- BMW - 525i (160kW) 2005–2007
- BMW - 323xi (130kW) 2005–2007
- BMW - Z4 2.5i (130kW) 2006–2008
- BMW - Z4 2.5si (160kW) 2006–2008
- BMW - 525i xDrive (160kW) 2007–2010
- BMW - 325i (160kW) 2007–2013
- BMW - 325xi (160kW) 2007–2008
- BMW - 323i (140kW) 2007–2012
Recommended oil for engine N52B25 engine.
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Questions strictly about engine codes (brand/model/engine type/production years).
| Castrol EDGE 5W-30 LL | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W-30 | ✔ |
| ACEA C3 | ✔ |
| VW 504.00/507.00 | ✔ |
| MB 229.31/229.51 | ✔ |
| Porsche C30 | ✔ |
| BMW Longlife-04 | ✔ |
| Dexos2 | ✔ |
| Motul 8100 5W‑30 X‑Clean | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W‑30 | ✔ |
| ACEA C3 | ✔ |
| VW 504.00 / 507.00 | ✔ |
| MB 229.31 / 229.51 | ✔ |
| Porsche C30 | ✔ |
| BMW Longlife‑04 | ✔ |
| GM dexos2 | ❌ |
| RAVENOL VMP 5W‑30 | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W‑30 | ✔ |
| ACEA C3 | ✔ |
| VW 504.00 / 507.00 | ✔ |
| MB 229.51 | ✔ |
| Porsche C30 | ✔ |
| BMW Longlife‑04 | ✔ |
| GM dexos2 | ✔ |
| Pennzoil Platinum Euro Full Synthetic 5W‑30 | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W‑30 | ✔ |
| ACEA C3 | ✔ |
| VW 504.00 / 507.00 | ✔ |
| MB 229.31 / 229.51 | ✔ |
| Porsche C30 | ✔ |
| BMW Longlife‑04 | ✔ |
| GM dexos2 | ✔ |
Oil specification key
✔ – Meets the required specification
❓ – Not explicitly stated (use caution; check your vehicle manual)
❌ – Does not meet required specification. Use may cause engine issues.
✔ – Meets the required specification
❓ – Not explicitly stated (use caution; check your vehicle manual)
❌ – Does not meet required specification. Use may cause engine issues.
Answer generated by AI.
Oil specifications for N52B25 engine
SAE 5W-30
ACEA A3/B4
API SN
BMW Longlife-01
Most common problems, symptoms & fixes for the N52B25 engine.
Engine N52B25 commonly faces issues with the electric water pump and thermostat, leading to overheating. Diagnose by checking coolant temperature irregularities and scanning for related fault codes. Prevent by regular coolant changes and monitoring pump operation. Valve cover gasket leaks are frequent; inspect for oil seepage and replace gaskets as needed. The VANOS system may cause rough idling or power loss; diagnose with a scan tool and consider VANOS solenoid cleaning or replacement. Ignition coil failures can cause misfires; test coils and replace faulty ones. Regular oil changes with high-quality oil help prevent sludge buildup and prolong engine life.