BMW 5 Series G30
Produced from 2017–2023, the BMW 5 Series G30 (G30) is catalogued here with 3 powertrains. 3 petrol, spanning 252 to 530 hp. The quickest version, the M550i xDrive 4.4, covers 0–100 km/h in 3.8 seconds. For fuel costs, the 530i 2.0 leads the range at 34 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4936 × 1868 × 1479 mm on a 2975 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The BMW 5 Series G30 was manufactured from 2017 – 2023 (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 model years) as a sedan. Across 3 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 252 to 530 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 34.0 MPG combined (530i 2.0).
Power range
252–530 hp
Quickest 0–100
3.8 s
Best combined
34 MPG
Length
4.94 m
01Decision support
Which 5 Series G30 suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
530i 2.0
34.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 35% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest 5 Series G30.
Performance · quickest
M550i xDrive 4.4
0–100 km/h in 3.8s · 530 hp
Genuinely quick, with hot-hatch pace from a family body.
Sweet spot · balance
540i 3.0
340 hp · 30.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
023 powertrains (3 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 530i 2.0Petrol | 540i 3.0Petrol | M550i xDrive 4.4Petrol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine code | B48B20 | B58B30 | N63B44 |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.0L (1,998 cc) | 3.0L (2,998 cc) | 4.4L (4,395 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I6 | V8 |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Power | 252 hp / 188 kW | 340 hp / 254 kW | 530 hp / 395 kW |
| Torque | 350 Nm / 258 lb-ft | 450 Nm / 332 lb-ft | 750 Nm / 553 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.2 s | 5.1 s | 3.8 s |
| Top speed | 250 km/h (155 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | |||
| City | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100km) | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100km) |
| Highway | 39 MPG (6.0 L/100km) | 35 MPG (6.7 L/100km) | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) |
| Combined | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100km) | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | — |
| Battery | — | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 147 g/km | 167 g/km | 239 g/km |
| Weight & Body | |||
| Curb weight | 1,610 kg (3,549 lbs) | 1,695 kg (3,737 lbs) | 1,890 kg (4,167 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2017–2023 | 2017–2023 | 2017–2023 |
03Then vs now
G30 vs. previous generation
| Metric | Change vs. F10 |
|---|---|
| Peak power | +224 hp |
| Quickest 0–100 km/h | -2.1 s |
| Best combined MPG | -3 MPG |
| Average curb weight | +84 kg |
Why this matters
Versus the F10, the G30 is thirstier, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line, heavier, mostly safety and equipment mass. Used-car shoppers should weigh these shifts against the F10's typically lower asking prices.
View the F10 spec sheet0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,936 mm
194.3 in
Width
1,868 mm
73.5 in
Height
1,479 mm
58.2 in
Wheelbase
2,975 mm
117.1 in
Curb weight spans 1,610–1,890 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
5 Series G30: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the BMW 5 Series G30?
The BMW 5 Series G30 lineup offers 3 petrol: 530i 2.0 (252 hp), 540i 3.0 (340 hp), M550i xDrive 4.4 (530 hp).
How quick is the BMW 5 Series G30 from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the M550i xDrive 4.4, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.8s, reaching a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) with the 530i 2.0.
What is the most fuel-efficient BMW 5 Series G30 trim?
The 530i 2.0 delivers the highest fuel economy at 34.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 3 powertrains, fuel economy spans 22–34 combined MPG.
How does the G30 compare to the previous BMW 5 Series?
Against the F10 predecessor it replaces, the G30 is thirstier, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line, heavier, mostly safety and equipment mass. Side-by-side technical specs are detailed in the comparison table below.
What model years are included in the BMW 5 Series G30?
The BMW 5 Series G30 was produced from 2017 – 2023, spanning the following model years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023.
What are the exterior dimensions of the BMW 5 Series G30?
4936 mm long, 1868 mm wide, 1479 mm tall on a 2975 mm wheelbase (194.3 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: BMW 5 SeriesCertification data, 2017–2023
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2017 BMW 5 Series, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- BMW official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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