| Pros | Cons | What's New |
|---|---|---|
Sporty appearance and comfortable cabin | Absence of Android Auto integration | New model in the 5-Series line-up |
Intuitive touchscreen interface | Low-quality materials used here and there | |
Offers roomier backseats compared to rivals | ||
Runs fast and handles-well |
$73,900
price456 hp @ 5500 rpm
horsepower480 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm
torque8-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission4.4L 8cyl AWD 8A
engine-
basic warrantyCompeting in the mid-size sedan segment, the 2018 BMW M550i is a direct competitor to the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio, the Maserati Ghibli, and the Audi S6. The M550i starts at an MSRP of $73,900, with a standalone trim in the lineup. It is offered with a 4.4L Twin-Turbocharged V8 engine and an 8-speed Automatic transmission, producing 456 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the M550i manages a 0-60 of 3.8 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG.ÂÂ
naWe are loving the latest performance-oriented M550i. It comes with only an All-Wheel-Drive drivetrain. Meanwhile, its effortless power delivery and the well-equipped cabin have stolen our hearts. If you plan to buy it, you should also pay attention to the Driving Assistance Package worth $1,700, and the Cold Weather Package worth $800.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 BMW M550i Ranked #3 | 3.8 sec | - | - | |||
2018 BMW M5 Ranked #1 | 3 sec | 11.3 sec | 162 mph | |||
2018 Audi RS 7 Ranked #2 | 3.7 sec | 12.0 sec | 174 mph | |||
2018 Cadillac CTS-V Ranked #2 | 3.7 sec | 11.7 sec | - | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63 S Ranked #4 | 3.89 sec | - | - | |||
2018 Lexus GS F Ranked #5 | 4.4 sec | 14.7 sec | 143 mph |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 BMW M550i Ranked #4 | 16 mpg | 25 mpg | 19 mpg | 18 gal. | 288/450 mi. | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Ranked #1 | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | 25 mpg | 17.4 gal. | 382.8/522 mi. | |||
2018 Lexus GS 350 Ranked #2 | 19 mpg | 26 mpg | 22 mpg | 17.4 gal. | 330.6/452.4 mi. | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Ranked #3 | 18 mpg | 26 mpg | 21 mpg | 21.1 gal. | 379.8/548.6 mi. | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43 Ranked #3 | 19 mpg | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | 21.1 gal. | 400.9/527.5 mi. | |||
2018 Lexus GS F Ranked #4 | 16 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | 17.4 gal. | 278.4/417.6 mi. |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 BMW M550i Ranked #7 | 195.4 in. | 73.5 in. | 57.8 in. | 5.2 in. | 117.1 in. | |||
2018 Cadillac CTS-V Ranked #1 | 197.6 in. | 72.2 in. | 57.2 in. | 5 in. | 114.6 in. | |||
2018 Audi RS 7 Ranked #2 | 197.3 in. | 75.2 in. | 55.8 in. | 4 in. | 114.8 in. | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS 63 S Ranked #3 | 196.7 in. | 81.7 in. | 55.4 in. | 5 in. | 113.2 in. | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63 S Ranked #4 | 196.6 in. | 75.1 in. | 57.5 in. | 5 in. | 115.7 in. | |||
2018 Maserati Ghibli Ranked #5 | 195.7 in. | 76.6 in. | 57.5 in. | 4.5 in. | 118 in. |
Car Name | Trunk Capacity | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 BMW M550i Ranked #1 | 47.2 cu.ft. | 98.8 cu.ft. | 89.7 cu.ft. | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS 63 S Ranked #2 | 11 cu.ft. | 104.3 cu.ft. | 11 cu.ft. | |||
2018 BMW M5 Ranked #3 | 14 cu.ft. | 98.8 cu.ft. | 73.3 cu.ft. | |||
2018 Audi S6 Ranked #4 | 14.1 cu.ft. | 63 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. | |||
2018 Audi RS 7 Ranked #5 | 24.5 cu.ft. | - | 49.1 cu.ft. | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Ranked #6 | 11 cu.ft. | 104.3 cu.ft. | 11 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 BMW M550i Ranked #1 | 89.7 cu.ft. | 47.2 cu.ft. | 89.7 cu.ft. | - | |||
2018 Lexus GS F Ranked #2 | 14 cu.ft. | 14 cu.ft. | 14 cu.ft. | - | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Ranked #3 | 16 cu.ft. | 13.1 cu.ft. | 16 cu.ft. | - | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43 Ranked #4 | - | 13.1 cu.ft. | - | - | |||
2018 BMW M5 Ranked #5 | 73.3 cu.ft. | 14 cu.ft. | 73.3 cu.ft. | - | |||
2018 Lexus GS 350 Ranked #6 | 14.3 cu.ft. | 14.3 cu.ft. | 14.3 cu.ft. | - |
Car Name | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 BMW M550i Ranked #1 | 893 lbs. | 4372 lbs. | |||
2018 Cadillac CTS-V Ranked #1 | 1129 lbs. | 4141 lbs. | |||
2018 Lexus GS F Ranked #1 | 865 lbs. | 4034 lbs. | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Ranked #1 | 1070 lbs. | 4233 lbs. | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63 S Ranked #1 | - | 4515 lbs. | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43 Ranked #1 | - | 4145 lbs. |
