2020 BMW 530eFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Compact CarsRear-Wheel Drive
2020 BMW 530e

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City
25
MPGe
Highway
31
MPGe
Combined
27
MPGe

EV Range & Charging

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Driving Range
350 mi
EPA estimated
Charge Time (240V)
3 hr
Level 2 · full charge
Energy Use (Comb)
47.0
City 48.0 / Hwy 45.0 kWh
Electric Motor
83kW DCPM

EPA-estimated range of 350 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 3 hr for a full charge. Energy consumption: 47.0 kWh per 100 miles (combined).

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Premium and Electricity Plug-in Hybrid
City
25
Hwy
31
Comb
27
Fuel cost: $3,050/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,050

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$1,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 8/10
GHG Score: 10/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
170 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
5.8 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2L 4-cyl
Transmission
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Body Style
Sedan
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Energy Use (Combined)
47 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (City)
48 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (Hwy)
45 kWh / 100 mi

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: No
1
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
1
Investigations

Recall History3

Source: NHTSA

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