The BMW 5 SERIES (2007-10) 525I 5DR TOURING 3.0 218 SE is a premium five-door estate, known in BMW’s range as a Touring. It combines the comfort and presence of an executive saloon with useful load space, placing it among roomy family and business cars rather than everyday city runabouts. Its understated styling still feels purposeful. With a 3.0-litre petrol engine and 218hp, the 525i offers smooth, confident performance for motorway journeys and overtaking, while the estate body suits family holidays, commuting and carrying bulky items. It is best for drivers wanting a comfortable, capable used car with more space and refinement than a typical hatchback. Running costs and fuel use are worth checking against your budget. Across 16 mycarcheck.com look-ups and 10 VINs, averages were £2,400 private-sale value, 138,000 miles, 8,000 annual miles and over three keepers—a snapshot for buyers comparing it with Audi A6 and Mercedes E-Class estates.