BMW 5 Series – Review, Specs, Pricing, Features, Videos and More
Pros | Tons of features, Great powertrains, Spacious and luxurious |
Cons | Some gimmicky features, Huge price tag when optioned out, Conservative design |
Bottom Line | The BMW 5 Series is a serious sedan with excellent performance, tons of luxury and a beautiful interior. Too much of a good thing can be bad thing: in this case, a lot of money. |
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2024 BMW 530i XDrive First Drive Review: A Fine Starting Point
The base engine matters.
BMW has been shining the spotlight on the higher trims of its latest mid-sized sedan since it launched last month. Justifiable, really: there’s a whole heap of electrification, and the top model spits out a headline-grabbing 593 horsepower.
Yet the bulk of sales will be from this, the 2024 BMW 530i. The four-cylinder 5 Series puts in an important performance, not simply tackling a price point but providing a plush luxury experience. Whether intentional or not, the 530i also highlights the inherent limitations of internal combustion in the premium segment.
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Genesis G80 vs BMW 5 Series Comparison
Learned veteran versus dramatic upstart. It’s a tale as old as time.
The Genesis G80 entered its second generation for 2021. The original was the starting point for the young Korean brand, but started life badged as a Hyundai. This generation ushers in the brand’s Athletic Elegance styling, a dramatic new look that truly sets it apart from the rest of the mid-size luxury sedan. One thing that hasn’t changed is Genesis’ penchant for piling in features to the gunwales, ensuring this well-stocked ride comprehensively out-points the competition, from its sub-$50k starting price ($66,000 CAD) right to the top trim. The latter is what we have here, the top-shelf, AWD 3.5T Prestige.
Meanwhile, the BMW 5 Series needs no introduction. The 5 has been the measuring stick for decades, and BMW gave this G30-generation model a further sprucing up for this year. Cleaner looks and the latest tech keep it fresh against not only the G80, but the updated Mercedes E-Class as well. Our tester is a lightly-optioned 540i xDrive—the six-cylinders have long been the sweet spot of the 5 Series range.
Detailed Specs
Price | $57,900 - $64,900 |
Engine | 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder / 3.0-liter turbo 6-cylinder / 3.0-liter turbo 6-cylinder + Plug-in hybrid |
Power | 255 hp / 375 hp / 483 hp |
Torque | 295 lb-ft / 384-395 lb-ft / 516 lb-ft |
Drivetrain | RWD / AWD |
Transmission | 8AT |
Fuel Economy (city/hwy) | TBD |
Cargo Capacity | 18.4 cu ft |
Our Final Verdict
BMW 5 Series
Overall | 4.0 |
Performance | 9.0 |
Features | 8.0 |
Comfort | 8.0 |
Quality and Styling | 8.0 |
Value | 7.0 |
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