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John Bedrow 

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Updated on January 10, 2025

2023 BMW M550i

The 2023 BMW M550i comes standard with a 4.4L twin-turbo V8 engine, putting out a total of 523 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. The 5-Series BMW can go from 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds, which is 0.1 seconds slower than Car and Driver’s official claim.

2021 BMW M550i

The 2021 BMW M550i clocked a 3.6-second timing for its 0-60 mph sprint, which is identical to the number given by BMW. As for the engine specs, it has the same 553-hp twin-turbo V8 powertrain, mated with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

2024 BMW 5-Series 530i xDrive

The 2024 BMW 5-Series 530i xDrive gets a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine with 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. It reaches the 60 mph mark in 5.8 seconds. Car and Driver test indicates a 0-60 time of 5.5 seconds. 

 

2023 BMW M550i xDrive 

 

The 2023 BMW M550i xDrive takes the game to another level with a 4.4-liter V8 engine that makes 523 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque. It reaches the 60 mph mark in 3.6 seconds. BMW also claims a 0-60 time of 3.6 seconds. 

2022 BMW 540i 

The 2022 BMW 540i gets a 3.0-liter inline-six engine that’s assisted by a mild-hybrid system for a combined output of 335 hp and 331 lb-ft of torque. It reaches the 60 mph mark in 4.9 seconds. BMW also claims a 0-60 time of 4.9 seconds. 

2021 BMW 540i xDrive 

The 2021 BMW 540i xDrive has a smooth 335 hp engine under its hood. It gets to the 60 mph mark in 4.6 seconds. BMW also claims a 0-60 time of 4.6 seconds. 

Model Name

Published 0-60 mph

Real World User 0-60 mph

2024 BMW 5-Series 530i xDrive

5.5 seconds (C&D)

5.8 seconds 

2023 BMW 5-Series 530i

5.9 seconds (BMW)

5.9 seconds 

2023 BMW M550i xDrive 

3.6 seconds (BMW)

3.6 seconds 

2022 BMW 540i 

4.9 seconds (BMW)

4.9 seconds 

2021 BMW 540i xDrive 

4.6 seconds (BMW)

4.6 seconds 

2021 BMW M550i

3.6 seconds (BMW)

3.6 seconds

BMW 5 Series

    Car
    Engine
    0-60 MPH
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A5.9 sec130 mph
    2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A5.9 sec130 mph
    2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A5.9 sec130 mph
    2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A5.9 sec130 mph
    2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A6 sec130 mph
    2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A6 sec130 mph

    BMW 5 Series Plug-in-hybrid Sedan

      Car
      Engine
      0-60 MPH
      Top Speed
      SourceCompare
      2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A5.7 sec130 mph
      2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A5.7 sec130 mph
      2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A5.9 sec130 mph
      2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A6.1 sec130 mph
      2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A6.1 sec130 mph

      Trim Wise 0-60

      Trims
      Configuration
      0-60 MPH
      Quarter Mile
      Top Speed
      SourceCompare

      540i

      Ranked #1

      3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A4.6 sec-130 mph

      530i

      Ranked #2

      2.0L 4cyl AWD 8A5.8 sec14.6 sec130 mph

      530i

      Ranked #3

      2.0L 4cyl RWD 8A5.9 sec14.5 sec130 mph

      Competitor's 0-60

        Car Name
        0-60 MPH
        Quarter Mile
        Top Speed
        SourceCompare
        5.9 sec14.5 sec130 mph
        2024 Audi A7

        Ranked #1

        5.2 sec13.7 sec130 mph
        5.9 sec14.5 sec130 mph

        Other BMW Cars

          Car Name
          Engine
          0-60 MPH
          Top Speed
          SourceCompare
          4.4L 8cyl 8A3.6 sec-
          2024 BMW M4

          Ranked #2

          3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M3.8 sec180 mph
          4.4L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A3.9 sec- -
          3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A4.2 sec131 mph
          electric DD4.4 sec124 mph
          3.0L 6cyl 8A4.6 sec-

          At Carhp, We make sure to deliver the most precise and reliable 0-60 mph timings sourced from a carefully curated selection of reputable sources. Our commitment to accuracy ensures that the 0-60 mph figures listed on our site truly represent the real-world performance capabilities of the vehicles. It's important to note that our comprehensive database comprises data from various sources, and factors such as vehicle weight, tire grip, road conditions, and altitude may influence these figures.