2025 BMW 5 Series
Starting MSRP
$58,700
to $73,400
About the 2025 BMW 5 Series
The 2025 BMW 5 Series enters the executive sedan arena demanding attention, blending sophisticated luxury with genuinely engaging performance dynamics. This generation showcases sculpted dimensions—nearly 199.2 inches long with a substantial 117.9-inch wheelbase—promising unwavering stability at speed. Power delivery starts robustly with the 530i’s 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, managed through a lightning-quick 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission. The inclusion of mild-hybrid technology enhances efficiency, allowing the rear-wheel-drive core architecture to achieve an impressive 31 combined MPG. From its razor-sharp handling characteristics typical of BMW engineering to the expansive 41.3 inches of front legroom, the 2025 BMW 5 Series delivers a commandingly refined driving sanctuary built for spirited travel.
Key Highlights
Efficiency Meets Power
The standard powertrain blends a turbo gas engine with electric assistance, yielding 31 combined MPG while ensuring immediate response via the 8-speed automatic.
Commanding Stature
Measuring 199.2 inches in length and 74.8 inches wide, the 2025 BMW 5 Series possesses a planted, imposing road presence and superb aerodynamic flow.
Accessible Luxury Pricing
With a starting price of $58,700, the entry point to this highly sophisticated package undercuts many direct competitors while maintaining premium appointments.
Spacious Rear Quarters
Rear passengers benefit from 37 inches of dedicated legroom, contributing to comfortable occupancy for the full 5-passenger capacity.
Best For
Executive Highway Cruisers
- The 5 Series offers exceptional highway cruising stability, achieving 35 highway MPG with the base 530i trim, reducing fuel stops dramatically.
Technologically Inclined Drivers
- The mandatory premium unleaded fuel requirement fuels engines that employ advanced mild-hybrid systems across the lineup.
Enthusiasts Seeking Versatility
- With trim levels spanning from the 530i to the potent 550e xDrive plug-in hybrid, buyers can select their preferred balance of RWD agility or AWD grip.
Available Trims
| Trim | MSRP | Drivetrain | Horsepower | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 530i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | $58,700 | rear wheel drive | 255 hp | 31 mpg |
| 530i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | $61,000 | all wheel drive | 255 hp | 30 mpg |
| 540i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | $65,800 | all wheel drive | 375 hp | 28 mpg |
| 550e xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) | $73,400 | all wheel drive | 483 hp | 24 mpg |
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Features Comparison
Feature
530i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
530i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
540i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
550e xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
| Feature | 530i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | 530i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | 540i xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A) | 550e xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety (33 features) | ||||
| Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote) | ||||
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Automatic Headlights | ||||
| Blind Spot Monitor | ||||
| Brake Assist | ||||
| Brake Drying | ||||
| Brake Preparation System | ||||
| Daytime Running Lights | ||||
| Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags | ||||
| Electronic Stability Control | ||||
| Front Head Airbags | ||||
| Front Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front Height Adjustable Headrests | ||||
| Front Ventilated Disc Brakes | ||||
| Headlight Delay-Off | ||||
| Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors | ||||
| LATCH System | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Lane Keeping Assist System | ||||
| Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation | ||||
| Post-Collision Safety System | ||||
| Pre-Collision Safety System | ||||
| Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt | ||||
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | — | — | — | |
| Rear Door Child Safety Locks | ||||
| Rear Head Airbags | ||||
| Rear Headrests | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Rear Height Adjustable Headrests | ||||
| Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes | ||||
| Self-Leveling Headlights | ||||
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | ||||
| Traction Control System | ||||
| Engine (9 features) | ||||
| Base Engine Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 3.0 L | 3.0 L |
| Base Engine Type | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | plug-in hybrid |
| Camshaft Type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel Injection Type | ||||
| Horsepower | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm | 483 hp |
| Number of Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 6 | inline 6 |
| Number of Valves | 16 | 16 | 24 | 24 |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm | 516 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
| Variable Valve Timing | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Drive Train (2 features) | ||||
| Drivetrain Type | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Fuel (11 features) | ||||
| Charging Time (240V) | — | — | — | 4.0 hr. |
| DC Fast Charging Port Type | — | — | — | SAE J1772 |
| EPA Driving Range (City/Highway) | 445.2/556.5 mi. | 429.3/556.5 mi. | 413.4/524.7 mi. | 365.7/413.4 mi. |
| EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe) | — | — | — | 64/70 MPGe |
| EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe) | — | — | — | 67 MPGe |
| EPA Electric Driving Range | — | — | — | 34 mi. |
| EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi) | — | — | — | 50 |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway) | 28/35 MPG | 27/35 MPG | 26/33 MPG | 23/26 MPG |
| EPA Fuel Economy (Combined) | 31 MPG | 30 MPG | 28 MPG | 24 MPG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Warranty (6 features) | ||||
| Basic Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Corrosion/Rust Warranty | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Drivetrain Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| EV Battery Warranty | — | — | — | 8 yr./ 100000 mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Comfort & Convenience (24 features) | ||||
| Audio Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | ||||
| Cruise Control | ||||
| Cruise Control on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Dual Vanity Mirrors | ||||
| Dual Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Electric Power Steering | ||||
| Front Cupholders | ||||
| Front Door Pockets | ||||
| Front Parking Sensors | ||||
| Interior Air Filtration | ||||
| Leather Steering Wheel | ||||
| Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | — | |||
| Push Button Start | ||||
| Rear Cupholders | ||||
| Rear Door Pockets | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear Ventilation Ducts | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | — | — | — | |
| Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors | ||||
| Universal Remote Transmitter | ||||
| Wireless Charging Pad | ||||
| In Car Entertainment (13 features) | ||||
| AM/FM Stereo | ||||
| Android Auto (Wired) | ||||
| Apple CarPlay (Wired) | ||||
| Infotainment Display | 14.9 in | 14.9 in | 14.9 in | 14.9 in |
| Premium Speaker Brand | Harman/Kardon | Harman/Kardon | Harman/Kardon | Harman/Kardon |
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Satellite Radio Trial Period | 12 months | 12 months | 12 months | 12 months |
| Speaker System | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Speed Sensitive Volume Control | ||||
| Stereo Power | 205W | 205W | 205W | 205W |
| Subwoofer Count | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| USB Port | ||||
| USB Port with External Media Control | ||||
| Power Feature (4 features) | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| Keyless Entry | ||||
| Moonroof Type | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Fixed Glass Extended |
| One-Touch Power Windows | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Frontseats (20 features) | ||||
| Driver Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | ||||
| Driver Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Driver Seat Manual Adjustments | 2-way | 2-way | 2-way | 2-way |
| Driver Seat Memory Settings | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Driver Seat Power Adjustments | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way |
| Driver Seat Thigh Extension | ||||
| Front Head Room | 38.8 in. | 38.8 in. | 38.8 in. | 38.8 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 41.3 in. | 41.3 in. | 41.3 in. | 41.3 in. |
| Front Seat Type: Sport | ||||
| Front Shoulder Room | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. |
| Passenger Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Passenger Seat Height Adjustment | ||||
| Passenger Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments | 2-way | 2-way | 2-way | 2-way |
| Passenger Seat Memory Settings | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| Passenger Seat Power Adjustments | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way |
| Passenger Seat Thigh Extension | ||||
| Seat Material: Leather/Sueded Microfiber | — | — | — | |
| Seat Material: Leatherette | — | |||
| Rearseats (5 features) | ||||
| Folding Center Armrest | ||||
| Rear Head Room | 37.5 in. | 37.5 in. | 37.7 in. | 37.5 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 37.0 in. | 37.0 in. | 37.0 in. | 37.0 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 56.9 in. | 56.9 in. | 56.9 in. | 56.9 in. |
| Split-Folding Rear Seatback | ||||
| Tires and Wheels (5 features) | ||||
| Tire Size | 245/45R19 | 245/45R19 | 245/45R19 | 245/45R19 |
| Tire Type | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season |
| Wheel Finish | — | — | — | Painted Alloy |
| Wheel Material | Alloy | Alloy | Alloy | — |
| Wheel Size | 19 x 8.5 in | 19 x 8.5 in | 19 x 8.5 in | 19 x 8.5 in |
| Suspension (3 features) | ||||
| Four-Wheel Independent Suspension | ||||
| Front Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Instrumentation (5 features) | ||||
| Clock | ||||
| Compass | ||||
| External Temperature Display | ||||
| Tachometer | ||||
| Trip Computer | ||||
| Measurements (11 features) | ||||
| 0-60 mph Acceleration Time | 5.9 seconds | 5.8 seconds | 4.4 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Cargo Capacity (Seats Up) | 18.4 cu.ft. | 18.4 cu.ft. | 18.4 cu.ft. | 18.4 cu.ft. |
| Country of Final Assembly | Germany | Germany | Germany | Germany |
| Curb Weight | 4041 lbs. | 4158 lbs. | 4370 lbs. | 4894 lbs. |
| Ground Clearance | 6.1 in. | 6.1 in. | 6.1 in. | 6.1 in. |
| Height | 59.6 in. | 59.6 in. | 59.6 in. | 59.6 in. |
| Length | 199.2 in. | 199.2 in. | 199.2 in. | 199.2 in. |
| Turning Circle | 38.4 ft. | 38.7 ft. | 38.7 ft. | — |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in. | 117.9 in. | 117.9 in. | 117.9 in. |
| Width (With Mirrors) | 84.9 in. | 84.9 in. | 84.9 in. | 84.9 in. |
| Width (Without Mirrors) | 74.8 in. | 74.8 in. | 74.8 in. | 74.8 in. |
| Telematics (9 features) | ||||
| Airbag Deployment Notification | ||||
| Concierge Service | ||||
| Destination Download | ||||
| Emergency Service | ||||
| Hands-Free Calling | ||||
| Mobile Internet Access | ||||
| Roadside Assistance | ||||
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | ||||
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of fuel does the standard 2025 BMW 5 Series require?
The 530i and 540i xDrive models, which utilize mild-hybrid technology, mandate the use of premium unleaded fuel for optimal performance and engine longevity.
How much cargo space is available in the 2025 BMW 5 Series Sedan?
The trunk offers 18.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity, providing adequate room for luggage alongside the vehicle's significant 117.9-inch wheelbase.
Can I get all-wheel drive on the base model 2025 5 Series?
Yes, BMW offers the 530i xDrive 4dr Sedan, which adds all-wheel drive capability to the 2.0L turbocharged mild-hybrid powertrain.
What is the price difference between the least and most expensive 2025 5 Series trims?
The price range spans from $58,700 for the entry point up to $73,400 for the top-tier configuration, representing a $14,700 difference across the four available trims.
How much power does the entry-level 2025 530i produce?
The standard 530i trim produces 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, providing swift acceleration managed by the rear-wheel-drive configuration.
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