The New 2021 BMW 5 Series Sedan.

 

The New 2021 BMW 5 Series Sedan
.

 

  • Update to the 7th Generation of BMW’s 5 Series Sedan.
  • New 48-Volt mild hybrid system for the 540i and 540i xDrive Sedans.
  • MSRP starting at $54,200 for the 530i Sedan plus $995 Destination.
  • Ordering opens in May 2020 with first deliveries scheduled for
    July 2020.

Woodcliff Lake, NJ –
May 26, 2020…Today, BMW is proud to announce the
updated, 2021 7th generation 5 Series Sedan.  With
improvements in exterior and interior design, aerodynamics and
technology, plus the introduction of a new 48-volt mild hybrid system,
this generation of 5 Series continues to deliver cutting-edge
technology and performance into the sixth decade of 5 Series production.

The 2021 BMW 5 Series lineup includes the:

  • 248 hp 530i and 530i xDrive Sedans
  • 288 hp 530e and 530e xDrive PHEV Sedans
  • 335 hp 540i and 540i xDrive Sedans
  • 523 hp M550i xDrive Sedan

First introduced in 1972, the BMW 5 Series has continuously built its
reputation as the executive sport sedan for discerning buyers by
delivering performance, modern design, comfort and technology expected
from a BMW.

MSRP pricing for the 2021 BMW 5 Series sedan is $54,200 for the 530i
Sedan, $56,500 for the 530i xDrive Sedan, $57,200 for the 530e Sedan,
$59,500 for the 530e xDrive Sedan, $59,450 for the 540i Sedan, $61,750
for the 540i xDrive Sedan and $76,800 for the M550i xDrive Sedan.

 

New exterior design.

The exterior of the BMW 5 Series sports a cleaner surface design. The
most striking feature is the new BMW Kidney Grille design with
resculpted headlamps. The new grille is taller and wider, reaching
further down into the front bumper cover and is surrounded by a one
piece grille element. The vertical grille slats are more pronounced
and extend further into the air flow.

While most exterior and interior dimensions remain unchanged, the
length grows by 1.2 inches to offer a more sweeping profile. The
aerodynamics of the new 5 Series Sedans benefit from the carefully
drawn lines, with the 530i sedan achieving a Cx as low as 0.27.

The new standard Adaptive LED headlights are slimmer in profile and
feature two L–shaped daytime driving light elements on each side.
These elements also perform the function of turn signals.

The rear of the 5 Series is accentuated by new, standard trapezoidal
tailpipe finishers integrated into the lower bumper area. New rear
L-shaped taillights feature black edging and three-dimensional lenses.

 

The M Sport Package benefits from redesigned front and rear bumpers,
larger front air intakes with mesh inserts and a re-sculptured rear
diffuser panel.

The M550i xDrive Sedan includes the new Aerodynamic kit from the M
Sport Package and adds a rear trunk lid spoiler for enhanced
functionality and appearance. A Cerium Grey finish is applied to the
side mirror caps, BMW Kidney Grille surround, front air intake inlays
and Air Breathers and to the model lettering. The dual trapezoidal
exhaust finishers are black chrome while window surrounds are in
high-gloss black.

 

Interior Design and Equipment

 

The interior of the 2021 5 Series Sedan is highlighted by the
standard Live Cockpit Professional with iDrive 7, a 12.3” digital
instrument display and a 12.3” digital central touchscreen control
display (up from previous 10.25”). Standard Navigation, Apple CarPlay
Compatibility and Android Auto Compatibility are included. The buttons
on the center console are now finished in a high-gloss black.

Standard on all four-cylinder and six-cylinder models is a new
Perforated SensaTec upholstery with contrast stitching, giving an even
more stylish look and feel to the interior. Dakota Leather is standard
on the M550i xDrive and optional on the other models. Nappa Leather is
available as an option on all models. The dashboard on the four- and
six-cylinder 5 Series can be ordered in an optional Black SensaTec
with brown stitching, which is standard on the M550i xDrive.

All models feature standard Sport seats (M Multi-contour seats on
M550i xDrive) and a 40:20:40 split folding rear seat.

48-Volt mild hybrid technology for six-cylinder engine models.

A new mild hybrid system with a 48V starter-generator offers enhanced
performance, better efficiency and improved driving comfort in the
six-cylinder BMW 5 Series.

A powerful 48V starter-generator and a second battery greatly
increases the ways in which Brake Energy Regeneration can be utilized.
When the driver releases the accelerator, the generator transforms the
kinetic energy into electricity to be stored in the 48V battery.
Energy recuperation benefits even more when the Driving Experience
Control switch is set to SPORT mode. The additional deceleration
generated over and above the engine braking effect is also harnessed
when the brakes are applied. A specially designed braking system
previously found in BMW’s plug-in-hybrid models enables the
combination of electrical and mechanical deceleration to be deployed
as required and with maximum efficiency at all times.

The recuperated energy accumulating in the 48V battery is supplied to
the 12V electrical system and powers the lights, steering, power
windows, ventilation, audio system and seat heating. In addition, the
stored energy can be used to provide additional drive power when it is
fed back to the 48V starter-generator.

The starter-generator then acts likes an electric drive unit that
assists the engine, allowing it to operate within a more efficient
range as frequently as possible and ensuring there are fewer peaks in
fuel consumption. When the car is accelerating, the 48V
starter-generator is able to offer the driver an electric boost effect
that can instantly put an extra 11 hp on tap for more dynamic power
delivery. The result is a sharper response off the line and quicker
bursts of speed when accelerating.

A special feature of the mild hybrid system is the ability to charge
the 48V battery from the generator while driving at a constant speed.
This method of generating electricity by raising the engine’s load
point is only employed when the battery charge is low and during
phases when it does not have a detrimental effect on engine efficiency.

The 48V starter-generator has the additional benefit of allowing the
engine to be switched off and started again very swiftly with less
vibration. The result is improved comfort when the Auto Start Stop and
coasting functions are in use. When the driver brakes for a stop, the
engine can be switched off as soon as the car’s speed drops below 9
mph. And if the coasting function is activated, the engine is also
completely shut off rather than just being decoupled from the
drivetrain. This function is now operational at speeds between 16 – 99
mph and, on the new BMW 5 Series, it is available not just in ECO Pro
mode but also COMFORT mode.

New, more powerful plug-in-hybrid drivetrain

 

The 2021 BMW 530e and 530e xDrive Sedans receive enhanced performance
from the latest generation of eDrive technology. A 181 hp 2.0-liter
gasoline engine is complemented by a 107 hp electric drive unit,
integrated into the 8-speed Steptronic transmission. When the Driving
Control switch and transmission are set to SPORT, a new XtraBoost
feature offers an additional 40 hp for up to 10 seconds when the
throttle is depressed to the kickdown position. The combined power and
torque of the new 530e and 530e xDrive Sedans is 288 hp and 310 ft-lbs
of torque, an increase of 40 hp over previous 530e models.

A high-voltage 34 Ah / 12 kWh gross (9.09 kWh net) lithium-ion
battery module provides the storage capacity for electric-only and
performance oriented driving.

The 530e Sedans also feature Acoustic Protection for Pedestrians,
which uses an exterior speaker system to generate an unmistakable
sound created specifically for electrified BMWs operating in
electric-only mode at speeds up to 19 mph.

With the addition of XtraBoost functionality, the 530e and 530e
xDrive Sedans can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds and reach
a top speed of 130 mph when equipped with all-season tires and 146 mph
(143 mph for 530e xDrive) when equipped with performance tires.

BMW TwinPower Turbocharged engines

All BMW four-, six- and eight-cylinder engines feature BMW’s latest
TwinPower turbocharging technology which incorporates a single,
twin-scroll turbocharger on the 530i and 530e four-cylinder models,
and 540i six-cylinder models and two, twin-scroll turbochargers on the
V8 M550i xDrive Sedan.

All engines feature High Precision fuel injection operating at 350
bar (5,076 psi), VALVETRONIC fully variable valve timing and
double-VANOS variable camshaft timing.

The 2021 BMW 530i and 530i xDrive Sedans are powered by a 2.0-liter
four-cylinder TwinPower Turbo variant of BMW’s modular engine family.
This engine produces 248 hp and 258 ft-lbs. of torque propelling the
Sedans from 0 to 60 mph in 5.9 seconds for the 530i Sedan and 530i
xDrive Sedan. Both models will reach a top speed of 130 mph when
equipped with all-season tires and 155 mph when equipped with
performance tires.

 

The BMW 540i and 540i xDrive Sedans are powered by a 3.0-liter
six-cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine producing 335 hp and 332 ft-lbs.
of torque. This iconic inline-six engine variant allows the 540i
sedans to sprint from 0 to 60 in 4.9 seconds (4.6 sec. for 540i
xDrive) and reach a top speed of 130 mph when equipped with all-season
tires and 155 mph when equipped with performance tires.

The 4.4-liter V8 TwinPower Turbo engine in the M550i xDrive Sedan
produces 523 hp and 553 ft-lbs. of torque propelling the sedan from 0
to 60 mph in a scant 3.6 seconds and allows it to reach a top speed of
130 mph when equipped with all-season tires and 155 mph when equipped
with performance tires.

8-speed Sport Steptronic automatic transmissions

The Steptronic Sport transmission, standard in all 5 Series models,
offers sportier shift characteristics and faster gear changes while
shift paddles on the steering wheel allow for rapid manual gear
changes. The eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission also includes a
Launch Control function for powering off the line with optimal traction.

The latest version of BMW’s quick-shifting Sport automatic
transmission features a new, optimized hydraulic control system for
improved response and efficiency. A new generation of torsion dampers
that reduce rotational irregularities within the powertrain helps to
enhance both driving comfort and shift smoothness. Integral
twin-damper systems for isolating vibrations reduce the degree of slip
at the torque converter lock-up clutch.

Intelligent connectivity enables the 8-speed automatic transmission
to adapt its shift strategy according to the route and driving
situation. Working with the standard navigation system, the 8-speed
Steptronic transmission uses data from this system and from the
optional Active Cruise Control system’s radar sensor. This makes it
possible for the transmission to avoid unnecessary gear changes when
negotiating a series of fast corners and, when approaching a vehicle
ahead for example, to shift down early in order to use the engine
braking to scrub off speed.

Rear-Wheel Drive or BMW Intelligent xDrive

 

The BMW rear-wheel drive performance feel or the all-season
capabilities of BMW’s latest intelligent all-wheel-drive system? The
choice is yours with the new four- and six-cylinder 5 Series models.
The available power and torque of the M550i xDrive Sedan dictate that
it comes standard with BMW’s xDrive system.

The fully variable power transfer of BMW’s intelligent xDrive ensures
maximum traction and directional stability in all road and weather
conditions while also promoting sportier handling. This functionality
comes courtesy of the electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in
the transfer case which links up with the Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) system and constantly adjusts power transmission – precisely and
in a fraction of a second – in response to the driving situation. In
this way, any tendency of the vehicle to oversteer or understeer is
greatly reduced.

The system’s rear-biased setup helps to ensure the new 5 Series Sedan
retains the exhilarating driving experience drivers expect from a BMW.
Sending more power to the rear wheels under normal driving increases
agility when cornering. In situations which do not require all-wheel
drive, the efficiency of BMW xDrive is increased by directing the
engine’s torque to the rear wheels. The weight of the system has also
been reduced, while optimized oil supply increases internal efficiency.

The M550i xDrive Sedan’s capabilities are further enhanced by the
standard rear M Sport differential. This electronically controlled
rear differential lock improves traction and power transmission by
offering differing levels of grip for the left and right rear wheels
and by preventing a wheel from spinning when it is short on traction.

Sophisticated Chassis Technology

The new 2021 BMW 5 Series Sedans use the proven double-wishbone front
and five-link rear suspensions to deliver the best combination of
excellent handling and long distance comfort. Lightweight and
carefully tuned suspension components and bushings work in unison to
prevent road irregularities from disrupting the steering and isolating
the body while providing the agility expected of the BMW 5 Series
sports sedan.

The M Sport Suspension, available as part of the optional M Sport
Package, includes specially tuned spring and shock settings plus a 10
mm (0.4 inch) drop in ride height.

The Dynamic Handling Package, optional on the 540i and 540i xDrive
Sedans features electronically controlled shocks which use
continuously adjustable valves to adjust the damping force at each
wheel individually, improving both the car’s sporting handling and comfort. 

Standard on the M550i xDrive is the Adaptive M Suspension which is
specially tuned to provide greater poise and agility when pushing the
car to its limits. The M550i xDrive Sedan’s handling can be even
further enhanced with the Adaptive M Suspension professional which
adds Active Roll Stabilization and Integral Active Steering.

Wheels, Tires and Brakes

 

M Sport Brakes with Blue Calipers with M logos are available as an
optional on all 5 Series models and are standard on M550i xDrive
Sedan. A new option are M Sport Brakes with Red calipers and M logos,
available on all new 5 Series models.

The four- and six-cylinder 5 Series Sedans come equipped with
standard 18” x 8.0” alloy wheels with 245/45R18 all-season run-flat
tires. Optional upgrades include: 19” x 8.0” alloy wheels with
245/40R19 all-season run-flat tires, 19” x 8.0” front / 19” x 9.0”
rear alloy wheels with 245/40R19 front / 275/35R19 rear performance
run-flat tires, and 20” x 8.0” front / 20” x 9.0” rear alloy wheels
with 245/35R20 front / 275/30R20 rear performance run-flat tires.

The M550i xDrive Sedan is equipped with standard 19” x 8.0” front /
19” x 9.0” rear alloy wheels with a choice of either 245/40R19 front /
275/35R19 rear performance runflat or all-season run-flat tires.
Optional are 20” x 8.0” front / 20” x 9.0” rear alloy wheels with
either 245/35R20 front / 275/30R20 rear performance run-flat or
Michelin Pilot Super Sport non-run-flat tires.

 

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

 

All 2021 BMW 5 Series Sedans come equipped with standard Assist
features designed to deliver peace of mind and improved driving
comfort. Included systems are Lane Departure Warning with steering
correction – to keep you in the lane, Frontal collision and pedestrian
warning with braking function – which allows for reaction to vehicles,
stationary objects, cyclists and pedestrians, Blind Spot Detection,
Rear Cross Traffic Alert – which warns of possible crossing traffic
when backing up, Rear Collision Preparation, Automatic High Beams and
Speed limit information.

Optional on the new 5 Series is the Driving Assistance Plus Package
which adds Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Extended Traffic
Jam Assist for limited access highways – a Level 2 autonomous assist
system which helps to reduce fatigue in stop and go freeway traffic by
allowing for extended hands free vehicle operation, Lane Keeping
Assistant with side collision avoidance, Evasion Aid, Front
Cross-Traffic Alert, and Emergency Stop Assistant – which can help
guide your BMW to the shoulder and bring it to a halt in a medical
emergency situation.

As part of the standard Live Cockpit Professional, the Navigation
system is enhanced with 3D visualizations of the surrounding area,
depicting all of the cars, trucks and motorcycles registered by the
cameras and sensors in the driver’s current lane as well as those in
any adjacent lanes. They are shown in the central section of the
instrument display. Vehicles within a critical distance are
highlighted. Graphics indicate maneuvers which can be carried out with
the help of the assistance systems. This ensures the driver has an
overview of the situation and relevant courses of action at all times.
If route guidance is activated, the screen also shows a panel with
navigation instructions above the 3D view.

The Navigation has also been improved with a new digital cloud-based
feature called BMW Maps. The benefits are faster route calculations
and dynamic recalculation based on precise real-time traffic data. The
route is worked out using an anticipatory approach, meaning upcoming
traffic along the entire route is factored into the calculation of the
expected arrival time. Complete traffic data is now available for more
minor roads, too. Hazard warnings transmitted online from the BMW
fleet now reach the car even faster thanks to connected navigation.
These improvements help to produce a very accurate estimate of arrival
time and improved route guidance.  The destination input function has
also been improved and now lets the driver enter any word.
Alternatively, the destination can be entered at any time simply by
voice control. Plus, points of interest (POIs) along the route are
described in greater detail, with reviews, opening times and photos.

The optional Parking Assistance Package includes a panorama view and
3D surround camera views to assist with parking. The system helps
identify suitable parallel and perpendicular parking spots and can
guide your 5 Series into and out of your selected spot. The included
Back-Up Assistant records the last 50 yards driven at speeds below 20
mph and can automatically reverse your 5 Series along the exact path
take to help navigate narrow or winding driveways for example. The
Remote 3D View function gives drivers the ability to call up a
three-dimensional live image of their parked vehicle and its immediate
vicinity on their smartphone. The Drive Recorder, a new feature to the
BMW 5 Series, uses the cameras of the various driver assistance
systems to record video footage from different points around the
vehicle, before storing the recordings so they can be either watched
later on the Control Display when the car is stationary or exported
via the USB port.

The new 2021 BMW 5 Series Sedan also offers the latest version of
BMW’s Intelligent Personal Assistant to help interact with your car in
a more natural way. Activated by a spoken prompt, such as “Hey BMW” or
at the touch of a button, this digital companion learns the way you
communicate to provide better and more accurate responses. Naturally
spoken instructions can now also be used to open and close the car’s
windows (partially or fully) or adjust the air conditioning. In
addition, the driver can set rules by which the BMW Intelligent
Personal Assistant learns routines that increase convenience in
specific situations. For instance, the driver’s window could be opened
automatically when the vehicle reaches a chosen location entered using
GPS coordinates, such as the entrance to a garage.

 

Exterior colors

The new 2021 BMW 5 Series offers a choice of standard non-metallic
and optional metallic paint finishes. The M550i xDrive includes
metallic paint as standard and offers two optional Individual metallic colors.

  • Alpine White (standard)
  • Jet Black (standard, n/a on M550i xDrive)
  • Carbon Black Metallic
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Glacier Silver Metallic (n/a on M550i xDrive)
  • Dark Graphite Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic (new for 2021 5 Series)
  • Bluestone Metallic
  • Bernina Grey Amber Effect (new color)
  • Individual Tanzanite II Blue Metallic (M550i xDrive only)
  • Individual Aventurin Red Metallic (M550i xDrive only)

Interior Upholstery and Trim

 

Standard upholstery on the new 5 Series Sedan is Perforated SensaTec
in Canberra Beige, Cognac or Black. Optional Dakota Leather with
contrast stitching is offered in Ivory White, Cognac or Black.
Optional supple Nappa Leather with contrast stitching is available in
Ivory White, Mocha or Black.

The M550i xDrive features standard Dakota Leather with contrast
stitching with Nappa Leather being available as an option.

An Anthracite Headliner is standard on all models with an Anthracite
Alcantara Headliner available as an option on the M550i xDrive Sedan.

Standard Equipment

Standard equipment on all 2021 5 Series models includes:

  • Sport leather steering wheel
  • 18-inch W-spoke reflex silver wheels with all-season run-flat tires.
  • 8-speed Sport Steptronic automatic transmission
  • Tire pressure monitor
  • Alarm system
  • Universal garage-door opener
  • Comfort Access keyless entry
  • Rear view camera
  • Chrome Line exterior trim
  • Moonroof
  • Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
  • Power front Sport seats with lumbar support
  • 40/20/40 Split folding rear seat
  • Ambient interior lighting
  • Anthracite headliner
  • Park distance control
  • Automatic climate control
  • Adaptive full LED lights
  • Automatic high beams
  • Live Cockpit Pro with iDrive 7 and 12.3” digital instrument and
    center displays
  • SiriusXM with 1 year All Access subscription
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
  • Enhanced USB and Bluetooth Smartphone integration
  • WiFi Hotspot with complimentary 3-month or 3GB trial
  • Connected Package Pro
  • Active Protection
    • Automatic front seat belt tensioning
    • Automatic closing of windows and moonroof
    • Fatigue and focus alert
    • Post-crash braking
  • Active Driving Assistant
    • Lane Departure warning
    • Frontal collision and pedestrian warning
    • City collision mitigation
    • Blind spot detection
    • Rear cross traffic alert
    • Rear collision preparation
    • Automatic high beams
    • Speed limit information

 

530e and 530e xDrive PHEV Sedans add:

  • Acoustic Protection for pedestrians
  • XtraBoost Functionality

M550i xDrive Sedan adds:

  • Remote Engine Start
  • 19-inch M Y-spoke bicolor Jet Black wheels with performance
    run-flat tires
  • M Sport brakes with blue calipers
  • M Sport rear differential
  • Adaptive M Suspension
  • M Aerodynamic kit
  • Rear spoiler
  • Power tailgate
  • Shadowline exterior trim
  • M Steering wheel
  • Multi-contour power front heated seats
  • SensaTec dashboard
  • Interior trim in Aluminum Rhombicle Smoke Grey with Pearl Chrome
    highlight trim
  • Harman Kardon surround sound system

Packages and Optional Equipment

Optional Packages on all 2021 5 Series sedans include:

Convenience Package (all models except M550i xDrive)

  • Remote engine start (not available on 530e and 530e xDrive)
  • Power tailgate
  • Heated front seats or Heated front and rear seats.

Driving Assistance Plus Package (all models)

  • Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go,
  • Extended Traffic Jam Assist for limited access highways (Level 2)
  • Lane Keeping Assistant with side collision avoidance
  • Evasion Aid
  • Front Cross-Traffic Alert

 

Dynamic Handling Package (540i and 540i xDrive only)

  • Adaptive Drive
  • Active Roll Stabilization
  • Dynamic Damper Control

Dynamic Handling Package (M550i xDrive only)

  • Adaptive M Suspension Professional
  • Integral Active Steering
  • Active Roll Stabilization

Shadowline Package (all models)

  • Individual Shadowline lights
  • Extended Shadowline exterior trim including Kidney Grille.

Luxury Seating Package (except M550i xDrive)

  • Front ventilated seats
  • Multi-Contour seats.

M Sport Package (all models except M550i xDrive)

  • Choice of 19-inch M Y-spoke style 845M bicolor Jet Black wheels
    with either all-season runflat or performance run-flat tires or
    20-inch Y-spoke style 846M bicolor Jet Black wheels with performance
    run-flat tires
  • Variable sport steering
  • Choice of Aluminum Rhombicle Smoke Grey interior trim with Pearl
    Chrome finisher or Fine-wood Ash Trunkwood open-pored trim with 
    Pearl Chrome finisher or Fineline Ridge Wood Trim or Grey Poplar
    Wood Trim or Fineline Cove Matte Finish Wood Trim
  • M Sport Suspension or Dynamic Handling Package (n/a on 530e and
    530e  xDrive)
  • M Steering wheel
  • Aerodynamic kit
  • Shadowline exterior trim

Parking Assistance Package (all models)

  • Parking Assistant Plus
  • Drive Recorder
  • Active Park Distance Control
  • Surround View with 3D View

Premium Package (all models except M550i xDrive)

  • Remote Engine Start
  • Power tailgate
  • Heated front seats or Heated front and rear seats
  • Head-Up Display
  • Harman Kardon Surround sound system
  • Wireless charging for compatible mobile devices
  • Gesture Control

Premium Package (M550i xDrive only)

  • Head-Up Display
  • Wireless charging for compatible mobile devices
  • Gesture Control

Executive Package (all models except M550i xDrive)

  • Remote Engine Start
  • Power tailgate
  • Power rear sunshade & rear side window shades
  • Heated front seats or Heated front and rear seats
  • Ceramic Controls
  • Head-Up Display
  • Harman Kardon Surround sound system
  • Wireless charging for compatible mobile devices
  • Gesture Control

Executive Package (M550i xDrive only)

  • Power rear sunshade & rear side window shades
  • Ceramic Controls
  • Head-Up Display
  • Wireless charging for compatible mobile devices
  • Gesture Control

Individual Options include:

  • 18-inch Double-spoke style 844 orbit grey wheels with all-season
    run-flat tires

(all models except M550i xDrive)

  • 19-inch W-spoke style 663 bicolor wheels with all-season run-flat tires

(all models except M550i xDrive)

  • 19-inch V-spoke style 635 orbit grey wheels with all-season
    run-flat tires

(all models except M550i xDrive)

  • 19-inch W-spoke bicolor style 663 ferric grey wheels with
    performance run-flat tires

(all models except M550i xDrive)

  • 19-inch V-spoke style 635 wheels with performance run-flat tires

(all models except M550i xDrive)

  • 19″ M Y-spoke style 845M bicolor Jet Black wheels with
    performance run-flat tires
  • 19″ M Y-spoke style 845M bicolor Jet Black wheels with
    all-season run-flat tires
  • 20-inch Y-spoke style 846M bicolor Jet Black with performance
    run-flat tires
  • 20″ M Double-spoke style 668M wheels with perf. run-flat
    tires (M550i xDrive only)
  • 20″ M Double-spoke style 668M wheels with Michelin Pilot
    Super Sport non run-flat tires (M550i xDrive only)
  • Heated steering wheel (all models)
  • M Sport brakes with Blue calipers (all models except M550i xDrive)
  • M Sport brakes with Red calipers (all models)
  • Space saver spare tire (all models except 530e and 530e xDrive)
  • Power rear sunshade and rear side window shades (all models)
  • SensaTec dashboard (all models except M550i xDrive)
  • Front messaging seats (all models)
  • Front ventilated seats (M550i xDrive only)
  • Front and rear heated seats (M550i xDrive only)
  • Leather dashboard (M550i xDrive only)
  • Fine-wood Ash Trunkwood open-pored trim with Pearl Chrome finisher
  • Fineline Cove Matte Finish Wood Trim
  • Grey Poplar Wood Trim
  • Individual Piano Black trim (M550i xDrive only)
  • Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System (M550i xDrive only)

 
 

Specifications

 

530i and 530e Sedans

 

 

 

530i

530i xDrive

530e

530e xDrive

Seats

5

5

5

5

Number of Doors

4

4

4

4

Drive type

RWD

AWD

RWD

AWD

Length

inches

195.8

195.8

195.8

195.8

Width

inches

73.5

73.5

73.5

73.5

Width including mirrors

inches

83.7

83.7

83.7

83.7

Height

inches

58.2

58.2

58.4

58.4

Wheelbase

inches

117.1

117.1

117.1

117.1

Ground clearance

inches

5.5

5.5

5.7

5.7

Turning radius

feet

19.7

20.4

19.7

20.4

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shoulder width front

inches

58.7

58.7

58.7

58.7

Shoulder room 2nd
row

inches

55.9

55.9

55.9

55.9

Legroom front

inches

41.4

41.4

41.4

41.4

Legroom 2nd row

inches

36.5

36.5

36.5

36.5

Headroom front

inches

38.8

38.8

38.8

38.8

Headroom 2nd row

inches

37.5

37.5

37.5

37.5

Trunk volume

ft³

14.0

14.0

10.0

10.0

Fuel Tank capacity

gallons

18.0

18.0

12.1

12.1

Curb weight

lbs.

3,765

3,878

4,220

4,321

Gross vehicle weight

lbs.

4,927

5,225

5,357

5,470

Payload

lbs.

800

895

798

794

Weight distribution front/rear

percent

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine type

B48B20O1

B48B20O1

B48B20O1

B48B20O1

Induction

 

Turbocharged

Turbocharged

Turbocharged

Turbocharged

Cylinders

4

4

4

4

Valves per cylinder

4

4

4

4

Bore x Stroke

mm

82.0 x 94.6

82.0 x 94.6

82.0 x 94.6

82.0 x 94.6

Displacement

cm³

1,998

1,998

1,998

1,998

Compression rate

:1

10.2

10.2

10.2

10.2

Engine power

hp

248 @

5,200 – 6,500

248 @

5,200 – 6,500

181 @

3,800-6,500

181 @

3,800-6,500

Engine torque

ft.-lbs.

258 @

1,450 – 4,800

258 @

1,450 – 4,800

258 @

1,450 – 3,600

258 @

1,450 – 3,600

Fuel type

Gasoline

Gasoline

Gasoline

Gasoline

Recommended Fuel

Premium

Premium

Premium

Premium

Engine oil capacity

quarts

5.5

5.5

5.5

5.5

Output per liter

hp/liter

124.1

124.1

90.6

90.6

 

 

 

 

 

 

Electric Motor

 

Traction

Traction

Power

hp @ rpm

107 @

5000

107 @

5,000

Torque

ft-lb @
rpm

195 @

100 – 2,500

195 @

100 – 2,500

Combined Power / torque

hp /
ft-lbs

288 / 310

288 / 310

 

 

 

 

 

 

High Voltage Battery

Lithium-ion

Lithium-ion

Battery capacity net / gross

kWh

 —

12.0 / 9.08

12.0 / 9.08

Battery capacity

Ah

34

34

 

 

 

 

 

 

Charging time 0 – 80% 3.7 (1.1)
kW

hours

2.1 (8.2)

2.1 (8.2)

Charging time 0 -100% 3.7 (1.1)
kW

hours

3.0 (11.3)

3.0 (11.3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Transmission type

Automatic

Automatic

Automatic

Automatic

Gear ratios 1st gear

5.25

5.25

4.71

4.71

2nd

3.36

3.36

3.14

3.14

3rd

2.17

2.17

2.11

2.11

4th

1.72

1.72

1.67

1.67

5th

1.14

1.14

1.29

1.29

6th

1.00

1.00

1.00

1.00

7th

0.82

0.82

0.84

0.84

8th

0.64

0.64

0.67

0.67

Reverse gear

3.71

3.71

3.32

3.32

Final drive ratio

2.81

2.81

3.23

3.23

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power-steering type

EPS

EPS

EPS

EPS

Steering ratio

:1

17.0

16.5

17.0

16.5

 

 

 

 

 

 

18”
Tires, standard front & rear

 

245/45R18

245/45R18

245/45R18

245/45R18

18”
Wheels, standard front & rear

inches

18 x 8.0

18 x 8.0

18 x 8.0

18 x 8.0

19”
Tires, optional front & rear

 

245/40R19

245/40R19

245/40R19

245/40R19

19”
Wheels, optional front & rear

inches

19 x 8.0

19 x 8.0

19 x 8.0

19 x 8.0

19”
Tires, optional rear

 

275/35R19

275/35R19

275/35R19

275/35R19

19”
wheels, optional rear

inches

19 x 9.0

19 x 9.0

19 x 9.0

19 x 9.0

20”
Tires, optional front

 

245/35R20

245/35R20

245/35R20

245/35R20

20”
Tires, optional rear

 

275/30R20

275/30R20

275/30R20

275/30R20

20”
Wheels, optional front

inches

20 x 8.0

20 x 8.0

20 x 8.0

20 x 8.0

20’
Wheels, optional rear

Inches

20 x 9.0

20 x 9.0

20 x 9.0

20 x 9.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

Track, front

inches

63.2

63.2

63.1

63.1

Rear, track

inches

64.2

64.2

64.2

64.2

Cx

0.27

0.28

0.29

0.28

 

 

 

 

 

 

0-60 mph

seconds

5.9

5.8

5.7

5.7

Top speed (with performance
tires)

mph

130 (155)

130 (155)

130 (146)

130 (143)

EPA
Fuel Economy, city / hwy / com

mpg

25 / 33 /
28

23 / 32 /
27

64
MPGe

62 MPGe

EPA
estimated electric only range

miles

21

18

 

540i and M550i Sedans

 

 

 

540i

540i
xDrive

M550i xDrive

Seats

5

5

5

Number of Doors

4

4

4

Drive type

RWD

AWD

AWD

Length

inches

195.8

195.8

195.8

Width

inches

73.5

73.5

73.5

Width including mirrors

inches

83.7

83.7

83.7

Height

inches

58.2

58.2

58.4

Wheelbase

inches

117.1

117.1

117.1

Ground clearance

inches

5.7

5.5

5.2

Turning radius

feet

19.7

20.4

20.4

 

 

 

 

 

Shoulder width front

inches

58.7

58.7

58.7

Shoulder room 2nd
row

inches

55.9

55.9

55.9

Legroom front

inches

41.4

41.4

41.4

Legroom 2nd row

inches

36.5

36.5

36.5

Headroom front

inches

38.8

38.8

38.8

Headroom 2nd row

inches

37.5

37.5

37.5

Trunk volume

ft³

14.0

14.0

14.0

Fuel Tank capacity

gallons

18.0

18.0

18.0

Curb weight

lbs.

3,898

4,050

4,275

Gross vehicle weight

lbs.

5,104

5,302

5,578

Payload

lbs.

820

869

928

 

 

 

 

 

Engine type

B58B30M1

B58B30M1

N63B44T3

Induction

 

Turbocharged

Turbocharged

Turbocharged

Cylinders

6

6

8

Valves per cylinder

4

4

4

Bore x Stroke

mm

82.0 x
94.6

82.0 x
94.6

89.0 x 88.3

Displacement

cm³

2,998

2,998

4,395

Compression rate

:1

11.0

11.0

10.5

Engine power

hp

335 @

5,500 – 6,500

335 @

5,500 – 6,500

523 @

5,500-6,000

Engine torque

ft.-lbs.

332 @

1,500 – 5,200

332 @

1,500 – 5,200

553 @

1,800 – 4,600

Fuel type

Gasoline

Gasoline

Gasoline

Recommended Fuel

Premium

Premium

Premium

Engine oil capacity

quarts

6.9

6.9

11.1

Output per liter

hp/liter

111.7

111.7

119.0

 

 

 

 

 

Transmission type

Automatic

Automatic

Automatic

Gear ratios 1st gear

5.25

5.25

5.50

2nd

3.36

3.36

3.25

3rd

2.17

2.17

2.20

4th

1.72

1.72

1.20

5th

1.14

1.14

1.32

6th

1.00

1.00

1.00

7th

0.82

0.82

0.82

8th

0.64

0.64

0.64

Reverse gear

3.71

3.71

3.99

Final drive ratio

2.93

2.93

2.81

 

 

 

 

 

Power-steering type

EPS

EPS

EPS

Steering ratio

:1

17.0

16.5

16.5

 

 

 

 

 

18” Tires, standard front &
rear

 

245/45R18

245/45R18

18” Wheels, standard front &
rear

inches

18 x 8.0

18 x 8.0

19” Tires, opt./std. front &
rear

 

245/40R19

245/40R19

245/40R19

19” Wheels, opt./std. front &
rear

inches

19 x 8.0

19 x 8.0

19 x 8.0

19” Tires, opt./std. rear

 

275/35R19

275/35R19

275/35R19

19” wheels, opt./std. rear

inches

19 x 9.0

19 x 9.0

19 x 9.0

20” Tires, optional front

 

245/35R20

245/35R20

245/35R20

20” Tires, optional rear

 

275/30R20

275/30R20

275/30R20

20” Wheels, optional front

inches

20 x 8.0

20 x 8.0

20 x 8.0

20’ Wheels, optional rear

Inches

20 x 9.0

20 x 9.0

20 x 9.0

 

 

 

 

 

Track, front

inches

63.0

63.0

63.0

Rear, track

inches

64.0

64.0

62.9

Cx

0.28

0.29

0.28

 

 

 

 

 

0-60 mph

seconds

4.9

4.6

3.6

Top speed (with performance
tires)

mph

130 (155)

130 (155)

130 (155)

EPA Fuel Economy, city / hwy /
com

mpg

25 / 32 /
27

23 / 31 / 26

17 / 25 / 20

 

 
BMW Group In America

 

BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since
1975.  Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in
2003.  The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include
marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW
brand of motor vehicles, including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars; Designworks, a strategic design consultancy
based in California; technology offices in Silicon Valley and Chicago,
and various other operations throughout the country.  BMW
Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is the BMW Group global
center of competence for BMW X models and manufactures the X3, X4, X5,
X6 and X7 Sports Activity Vehicles. The BMW Group sales organization
is represented in the U.S. through networks of 349 BMW passenger car
and BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 143 BMW motorcycle retailers,
117 MINI passenger car dealers, and 38 Rolls-Royce Motor Car dealers. 
BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group’s sales headquarters for North
America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.


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