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2025 BMW

530i xDrive Sedan

Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

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2025 BMW 530i xDrive Sedan (photo 1 of 2)

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Overview

Body
Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

Axle ratio
3.15
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
35 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
27 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
30 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,550EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
292 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
6/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
6/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
199 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
75 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
59 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
118 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
4,158 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Pass. Vol
98 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol
14 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
No
Lane-departure warning
No
Recalls
0
Owner complaints
0

Feature availability

Comfort

  • Heated rear seatsPackage only
  • Heated seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Heated steering wheelPackage only
  • Leather seatsUnconfirmedStandalone option
  • Massaging seatsPackage only
  • Memory seatUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Panoramic sunroofUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Ventilated seatsPackage only

Audio

  • Bowers & Wilkins audioUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Harman Kardon audioPackage only

Cameras & visibility

  • 360 surround-view cameraPackage only
  • Backup cameraStandard
  • Head-up displayPackage only
  • Parking sensorsStandard

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise controlPackage only
  • Automatic emergency brakingStandard
  • Blind-spot monitorUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Lane-keeping assistStandard

Convenience

  • Android AutoStandard
  • Apple CarPlayStandard
  • Keyless entryStandard
  • Navigation systemStandard
  • Power liftgateUnconfirmedStandard
  • Push-button startStandard
  • Remote startStandard
  • Wireless Apple CarPlayStandard
  • Wireless phone chargingUnconfirmedPackage only

Exterior

  • Adaptive headlightsUnconfirmedPackage only

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

57 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 22, 2026SUSPENSIONB310626

    Noises from the front axle when driving over rough road surfaces, or when turning.

  • Apr 23, 2026STEERINGB320326

    “Groaning” noise from the EPS when the steering wheel is at the end stops.

  • Mar 20, 2026VISIBILITY/WIPERB610526

    Customers might report that washer fluid is leaking from the lower reservoir area, especially around thewasher fluid pumps.

  • Mar 19, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERB120326

    PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS (OBD)

  • Mar 18, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYB512224

    On the main door seal, detachment behaviorcan be detected at the sealing joint . Over time, the seal gradually and increasinglydetaches which can cause it to- Dangle Become visible to the customer Prevent the door from closing properly

  • Mar 16, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB650826

    After the software update to version …25-07-5XX, existing activation points for the “Automate My Habits”function no longer work.

  • Feb 20, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB610126

    During vehicle start-up the Secure Element (SE) of the BCP may fail causing communication errors. TheCheck Control message “Drive carefully. Driving stabilisation.” will appear. In addition, the fault memoryentries below will be stored within 40 seconds of each other. ACSM: 02010A - Coding: Coding data not qualified VIP: 02390A - VIP control unit: Coding data not released, signature IB: 02290A - DSC control unit: Coding data not released, signature HKFM: 020D0A - HKFM: Coding data are not qualif

  • Feb 11, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB652725

    The vehicle may experience various operational issues with the infotainment system such as: Resets of the head unit Delayed start-up of the head unit (longer than 30 seconds) Failed start-up of the head unit Sporadic or permanent problems with navigation Sporadic or permanent Bluetooth connection problems Sporadic or permanent audio problems Sporadic or permanent speech / IPA (international phonetic alphabet) problems Missing displays, radio stations, camera images or applications

  • and 49 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

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.