540i xDrive AWD
What the 540i xDrive adds over the 530i Sedan (+$7,200)
| Spec | 530i Sedan | 540i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Cylinder count | 4 | 6 |
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 375 hp |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder | 3.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder |
| MPG (combined) | 35 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $60,500 | $67,700 |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 3.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder, xDrive all-wheel drive
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitDimensions Exterior
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in |
Engine Basics
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 2998 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 375 hp |
| Torque | 398 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 26 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 28 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 32 mpg |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.1 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.7 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $67,700 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Transmission
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitInfotainment1 std · 0 opt
- steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters
Powertrain2 std · 0 opt
- xDrive all-wheel drive
- 3.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2027 5 Series. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the 540i xDrive
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2027 BMW 5 Series 540i xDrive?
The manufacturer lists $67,700 for the 2027 BMW 5 Series 540i xDrive. That is $7,200 above the 530i Sedan, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2027 BMW 5 Series 540i xDrive add over the 530i Sedan?
Against the 530i Sedan, 2 features become standard that the 530i Sedan does not and 5 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.