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2026 BMW

550e xDrive Sedan

Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo

BMW 550e: best and worst years
2026 BMW 550e xDrive Sedan (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2024 model year); you're viewing the 2026.

2024 photoAlexander-93CC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Powertrain
Plug-in HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Fuel
Premium and ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Engine & performance

HP
483NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Power to weight
0.098 hp/lb
Cyl
6EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Motor kW
145EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
28 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
MPG City
22 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
MPG Comb
25 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Fuel $/yr
$3,300EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
CO₂
133 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Eco Score
9/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Elec. Range
430 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Range per hour (240V)
215 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
2EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Dimensions & capacity

Doors
4NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Length
199 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Width
75 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Height
59 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Wheelbase
118 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Curb Weight
4,916 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Pass. Vol
98 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Cargo Vol
14 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
1
Owner complaints
1

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup cameraStandard

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise controlOptional
  • Automatic emergency brakingStandard
  • Blind-spot monitorStandard
  • Lane-keeping assistStandard

Convenience

  • Push-button startStandard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM33%
  • ENGINE33%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM33%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 3 total.

BMW 550e: best and worst years

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.