- The 2024 BMW 5 Series offers a new lineup of powertrains, including two electric vehicles, providing a range of options for customers.
- The entry-level 530i features a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, delivering 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, with the option of rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
The BMW 5 Series has long been the benchmark for performance luxury sedans, and the 2024 model year is no exception. With a new lineup of powertrains, including a pair of electric vehicles, the 5 Series is more powerful, efficient, and luxurious than ever before.
The entry-level 530i is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. It comes standard with rear-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive is available as an option. The 530i can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds and has a top speed of 130 mph.
The next step up is the 540i, which is powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine that produces 382 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. It comes standard with all-wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds. The 540i has a top speed of 155 mph.
For those who want an electric vehicle, the 5 Series is available in two flavors: the i5 eDrive40 and the i5 M60. The i5 eDrive40 is powered by a single electric motor that produces 313 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. It has a range of up to 295 miles. The i5 M60 is powered by two electric motors that produce a combined 536 horsepower and 560 lb-ft of torque. It has a range of up to 256 miles.
All 2024 5 Series models come standard with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The infotainment system features BMW’s latest iDrive 8 software, which is one of the most user-friendly infotainment systems on the market.
The 2024 BMW 5 Series is available now, with prices starting at $58,895 for the 530i. The i5 eDrive40 starts at $67,795 and the i5 M60 starts at $85,095.
Key Features:
- New lineup of powertrains, including two electric vehicles
- More powerful and efficient than ever before
- Luxurious interior with the latest technology
- Benchmark for performance luxury sedans
Pricing:
BMW claims the new 5 Series will be available in the autumn, with an official release date in October. Expect price increases of less than $2,000 across the lineup, beginning with the 530i and 530i xDrive, followed by the 540i xDrive. Prices will range between $58,895 and $65,895. Expect to pay a premium for the i5 EVs, which range in price from $67,795 to $85,095.
- 530i: $58,895
- 540i: $65,895
- i5 eDrive40: $67,795
- i5 M60: $85,095