Trim Level Performance

When choosing a BMW 5 Series, first, you will have to know which trim you're choosing. The BMW 5 Series essentially comprises three major trims: the BMW 530i, BMW 540i, and BMW 550i xDrive. Each trim has different attributes that make their performance different, but their quality unique amongst other models. Here are some of the things you can expect from each trim.

BMW530i

Although an all-wheel drive trim exists as the BMW 530i xDrive, the standard BMW 530i is a rear-wheel drive sedan that holds a 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo engine. This powerful engine gives up to 248 horsepower for drivers who like to step on the gas more than others. It also gives 357 pound-feet of torque to increase steering power as you venture through Lake Forest, CA.

There's also an all-electric rear-wheel and all-wheel drive trim for the BMW 530i called the BMW 530e (rear-wheel drive) and BMW 530e xDrive (all-wheel drive). These electric sedans come with 2.0-liter BMW Twin Power engines with integrated electric motors that give up to 288 horsepower and 257 pound-feet of torque.

BMW 540i

The BMW 540i packs more power under the hood than the BMW 530i. It has a 3.0-liter TwinPower Turbo engine that gives up to 335 horsepower and 331 pound-feet of torque. Like the BMW 530i, the BMW 540i also comes standard as a rear-wheel drive sedan and has an all-wheel drive option called the BMW 540i xDrive.

BMW 550i xDrive

The BMW 550i xDrive is the most powerful out of each trim within the BMW 5 Series. It has a 4.4-liter BMW TwinTurbo V8 engine that gives up to 523 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. It comes standard as an intelligent all-wheel drive running on performance run-flat tires for better terrain traction.

Interior

Passengers within the BMW 530i, BMW 540i, and BMW 550i xDrive will sit comfortably during every trip, receiving 38.8 inches of headroom. Front passengers will receive 41.4 inches of legroom and 58.7 inches of shoulder room. Passengers in the back get 36.5 inches of legroom and 55.9 inches of shoulder room. Fourteen cubic feet of cargo space is also present in the BMW 530i, and BMW 540i for all the luggage passengers decide to bring on the journey. For the BMW 530e, passengers will receive ten cubic feet of trunk space.

Technology

While driving a luxurious vehicle, you have to have the technology to match, right? Take full control of your vehicle's technological advances with BMW ConnectedDrive. BMW ConnectedDrive allows drivers to integrate their phone, home, and vehicle interfaces for complete control. Features such as BMW Online, BMW WiFi Hotspot compatibility, Night Vision with Pedestrian and Animal Detection, and Advanced Real-Time Traffic Information are just a few to name within BMW ConnectedDrive. Passengers will also have Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM Radio, and BMW Connected Music with Spotify to stream their favorite multimedia platforms while driving to San Juan Capistrano.

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Visit Irvine BMW for a chance to check out the BMW 5 Series in person. Our BMW team members will set up a test drive for you to personally experience the BMW 5 Series before setting up finance options. Once you buy the model you like, don't forget to keep up with routine maintenance at our service center near Mission Viejo so you can keep its performance and technology features in perfect condition. We look forward to seeing you soon.