2024 BMW 530i xDrive Sedan - POV First Impressions
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Місяць томуMSRP: From $60,200
MPG: 27 city / 35 highway
Engine: 2.0 L Turbocharged 4-cylinder
Horsepower: 255 hp
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Dimensions: 199″ L x 75″ W x 60″ H
Cape York Green Metallic $650
M Sport Package $3000 - M Sport Suspension, steering wheel, interior and exterior elements, content, shadowline exterior trim, gray blue ash trim dark silver accents
21" Bicolor 954i Mix Performance Nonrunflat $1800
Premium Package $2550 - Remote engine start, heated steering wheel, interior camera, full LED lights w/cornering, parking assistant plus, BMW Curved Display with HUD, Natural interaction
Sky Lounge Roof $600
Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound $950
Destination $995
Total Price: $70,745
#bmw #5series #bmw530i
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@isurumw6119 Місяць тому
What the hell happened to that boot? It's pathetic that a $70,000 car is delivered in that state.
@24GirlPanda Місяць тому
Saw it open and I genuinely exclaimed "WHAT??!" out loud. I can't believe it. Has to be an oversight with his model or something, I can't imagine a vehicle, especially a luxury one missing a cover / trunk mat.
@smar1208 Місяць тому
@@24GirlPanda definitely accidental, my g30 had a carpeted cover so i doubt theyd remove it in the g60
@drew2201 Місяць тому
I detail for a BMW dealership and I haven't seen a 530i come with a trunk like that, so either that car somehow doesn't have a cover for the spare tire in the trunk, or I could also very well be misremembering because I have detailed all the different variants of the 5 series and they all just blend together in my head. Another possibility is that the spare tire is an added option for the 530i specifically, and that is why its so scuffed, however I do know at least certain trim levels of the new 5 series do have a spare tire underneath the trunk floor and it does not sacrifice trunk space at all.
@eventhorizon88 Місяць тому
I think executives at BMW are running a big joke with their cars lately
@SuperMrBentley 29 днів тому
germans forgot how to fit a spare tire in a car and learned a lot about cost cutting
@ryanb8736 Місяць тому
That spare tire thrown in like that is a disgrace for BMW.
@haal1476 Місяць тому
Not BMWs proudest moment in terms of design
@Gasser24769 Місяць тому
Everyman says this until you see one irl, they age so well , bet you change your mind in 2 years
@papaglock6587 Місяць тому
@Gasser24769 I agree I didn't like this new kidney grill design on the new M cars , now I actually don't think it's that bad
@kidnamedfinger6323 Місяць тому
The Germans have lost their minds. Not the first time that has happened though.
@Gasser24769 Місяць тому
@@papaglock6587 yeman
@vinchenzomarchiavafa962 Місяць тому
No true. Those door handles are straight out of a charger
@CaptainBlitz Місяць тому
Ah yes, BMW's famous slogan: "The Ultimate Screen Machine"!
@ViciousFirearms Місяць тому
Old school luxury cars: classy interior, premium materials, gorgeous design, seats so plush you’d melt into them, big smooth v8 Modern luxury cars: MORE SCREENSSSSSS
@janoskovacs11 Місяць тому
😆
@faheemabbas3965 29 днів тому
@@ViciousFirearmsmodern “luxury” cars are a scam.
@Nalyddj Місяць тому
i never understood why luxury cars brands make you pay extra for drivers assistance when they are already in every regular commuter car
@AS-oo4gv Місяць тому
A $22k elantra has more features than this. Its so dumb
@madpistol Місяць тому
Because BMW's tech is better. I've tried competing tech from Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, etc. They all work, but not very well. BMW's driver assist is super refined.
@Christianfire18 Місяць тому
@@madpistolbut you’re already paying so much more, it should just be standard
@smar1208 Місяць тому
@@Christianfire18 the luxury car buyer demographic would rather pay more for a more refined experience than save money for something less refined, thats literally what a luxury car in itself is
@jkliao6486 Місяць тому
@@smar1208 In my mind, that shouldn't be an option at all, but rather a standard equipment on every car. Increase the starting MSRP? Sure, why not. It's that a 5 series without active driving assist shouldn't exist.
@overeasymk8 Місяць тому
$71,000 for a 530i is absolutely heinous 😭
@smar1208 Місяць тому
the 5 series has always been expensive, even the 4 cyl models, its a midsize luxury/executive sedan.
@jordonpumpin 25 днів тому
@@smar1208 thats just crazy, realistically it should be a 50kish vehicle and that's still a lot for a 2 liter lol
@smar1208 25 днів тому
@@jordonpumpin 50k for a 5 series is insane. its a high end luxury car, even a well equipped 330i can go past 50k. my 540i was the equivalent of $115k usd new.
@bryandedon7459 25 днів тому
@@smar1208 saying they should cost that much is insane. The vast majority of vehicles today are way overpriced.
@smar1208 24 дні тому
@@bryandedon7459 the e60 5 series started at $47000 in 2007. adjusted for inflation, thats worth roughly $70k. therefore, in terms of ppp, the 5 series has become CHEAPER since over 15 years ago. $70k for a well equipped executive sedan is completely normal, if you want a sedan for $50k get a well equipped toyota crown.
@Moey-us1fg Місяць тому
Congrats on 700K subs!!! Cheers to 1M next!!!
@mbsaxman600 Місяць тому
😂 "BMW wants to make sure that if you spend all day at work looking at screens, you can also look at some screens on your way home"
@RealNameNeverUsed Місяць тому
And then spend even more screen time with UKposts Shorts before bed. 😂 And the cycle repeats.
@Blackdawn80 Місяць тому
It's disappointing to see a $70k PREMIUM saloon with a 4cyl. EVen with a lease at $700-$800 month. This vehicle should have the brands own B58 It looks like VW and Hyundai partnered for this.
@smar1208 Місяць тому
you can get the b58 powered 540i for not that much more
@saadzulqarnain7702 Місяць тому
70k for a 530i is absolutely insane
@sanchaynarain3532 Місяць тому
Finally a 530i video, everyone else is busy posting videos of the 520i… Cheers 😊
@embiggens1 Місяць тому
I haven't been this disappointed in BMW since the Chris Bangle days.
@unowen-nh9ov 3 дні тому
Which is the 1st time they outsold Mercedes to become #1 global premium.
@vanceyneutron Місяць тому
What a nice sedan! Congrats on 700k! 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤
@joeaardvark9214 Місяць тому
That trunk is a slap in the face. Jeez.
@Soul_Flow_ 25 днів тому
Why
@joeaardvark9214 25 днів тому
@@Soul_Flow_ The price you're paying for that car and that's the storage space they give you? Come on now.
@Soul_Flow_ 25 днів тому
@@joeaardvark9214 , If you want a big storage space, GET A SUV!!! This is a sedan! People are so picky these days like a woman with a period.
@joeaardvark9214 25 днів тому
@@Soul_Flow_ It's a BMW, bud. They market luxury but can't give you storage space or a decent drive train. No need for boomer rage here.
@ryanb8736 Місяць тому
Should be B58 for that price.
@neelkrishna Місяць тому
To be fair the B58 is only like 5k more
@GerberFlerber Місяць тому
U can option the b58 for around the same price if optioned correctly
@chrisdeming9287 17 днів тому
@@GerberFlerber Fully loaded M340i is around 70k. Much better option IMO. Not a fan of this new 5 series design. Interior is too gimmicky and the exterior is too boxy, IMO.
@davidalenick1246 Місяць тому
I’m so glad I bought two loaded up BMWs with the B58 and iDrive 7. I really think BMW reached near perfection with those. Physical climate buttons, 8 physical hot buttons, physical sport/comfort/eco/adaptive buttons, physical traction/stability control button, physical headlight buttons, dynamic cruise distance control buttons on the steering wheel, no huge list of apps in iDrive, and iDrive 7 is just easier to use but really not missing much functionality to later iDrive versions. Oh, and I even get an extra storage compartment that they did away with on later models (the one below the headlight buttons).
@roscoes-wetsuit1 Місяць тому
The average crossover nowadays has adaptive cruise lol, crazy this doesn’t at $70k
@joespittle1 Місяць тому
BMW really need to get on it with their adaptive cruise control, it's an option rarely added and sorely missed
@myemailiscool Місяць тому
Anecdotally i've been seeing more models on lots with it. It's a fantastic system, i'm glad i ordered my car with it.
@jpm2793 4 дні тому
Agreed - they did give me the option to subscribe for the low price of $200/year HA jokes
@Tr3ntsGames Місяць тому
Holy hell, I don’t really keep up with bmw too much, but wow, this is surely something
@davosadao Місяць тому
I also love the new BMW turn signal heartbeat look
@syazwanabdull4835 Місяць тому
Lovely video
@butch8792 Місяць тому
If automakers keep going with this trend soon we will just be getting cars with 24's and no tires. All rim...because I guess it looks cooler?!?
@RCtennis3811 Місяць тому
Nice thing is that you’re not forced to spec the 21’s on this car. In the US market, there are 19, 20, and 21” wheel options available.
@youtoobe169 Місяць тому
Spot on about "no feedback or feel" from the steering
@vipermoon_ Місяць тому
You took so many jabs at the car even before the driving portion and I'm all for it! Please don't be afraid to do so, even if you overall like the car
@UCZ15 29 днів тому
Welp. I think BMW’s glory era officially finished with the G30 5 series, pre-facelift G20 3 series, F32 4 series and the G11 7 series.
@jusnass303 Місяць тому
love the interior
@philippesails4973 23 дні тому
That dashboard is one of the reason I stick to my previous BMW model. Best commercial for the E Klasse!
@catfishBG 9 днів тому
Is it noisy on rought asphalt ? can you compare cabin noise on rough surfaces to other vehicles?
@sonsprinter Місяць тому
That interior looks like a spaceship
@pablo.blanchett 11 днів тому
see Lincoln Nautilus
@garrettscott4748 Місяць тому
Would you say this competes performance wise with the 22+ WRX?
@HiiImChris Місяць тому
I would get ev version, cape york green is my favorite color too. I really like this vehicle. I also think this car has 1 of the best looking steering wheels of any vehicle Only thing, is if they designed the headlights in a way to be more sleek itd look way better. I realized the headlights are what contributes the most to the slightly off feeling
@hybridtheory1985 Місяць тому
My basic segment b has even adaptive cruise control, lane assistance etc
@williamlong2682 Місяць тому
Usually I’m not the kind of person to fixate on one feature (or lack thereof) in my judgement of a vehicle’s price, but even I’ll admit that I do kinda bristle at the notion of a turbo 4 cylinder at this price point. I think my ideal spec of this would be a 540i (or i5 40) with no M Sport anything but everything else on the base 19” wheels (maybe 20’s…maybe). Built one on the configurator and that came out to ~$77k
@joespittle1 Місяць тому
1:57 the cover is missing, you can see the little cut out where you lift it just in front of the trunk latch
@qiwentan5318 Місяць тому
But if it has a cover then it will actually be higher than the edge of the trunk which does not make sense
@joespittle1 Місяць тому
@@qiwentan5318 It's difficult to see but there's a lip around the tire tray thing that it fits into. I'm almost certain it's exactly the same as the previous generation of 5 series had
@xzst Місяць тому
It surely isnt a bad car, but its a massive step down from the previous generation..
@dpr5105 Місяць тому
A good review given the Topher is a gentleman who rarely says anything really negative about a vehicle. This car is clearly a disappointment from a company that used to define what a sports sedan was. The question is who is the new audience for it, if the more traditonal 5 Series buyer will be put off by the intimidating interface?
@DippinItUp1 Місяць тому
This x10000 As a BMW enthusiast of old (E46, E36, E39 etc.) I see this car as nothing but a screen ridden tech hub for non enthusiasts.
@HiiImChris Місяць тому
At first i didnt like it 2 months ago, but i grown to like the styling. The biggest component imo that should ne changed though are the styling of the head lights. Im telling u thats what is contributing to that weird crossover look
@BandoLando Місяць тому
i actually really like the exterior design but why would they include an M sport package with it?
@EricMazzoni Місяць тому
I have seen a few of these on the road. They are not as ugly as in photos. Rather, they are somehow more plain. I recognized the kidney grill but could not figure out what they were until I saw the taillights. Compared to the previous generation, they are not a win in terms of design. But neither is the E class or A6 (except in wagon form).
@mikedee42 Місяць тому
I’ve had 2017 530i and I really liked it. Minus the super hard Dakota leather seats. The new 5 series looking a nice with the following: Dark exterior color with shadow line package. Just black everything out. So you can’t “see” the front face 😂. I do agree it is very over priced for what you get. Not a lot is standard. For this price adaptive cruise and ventilated seats should be standard at the very least
@stevehorvat69 Місяць тому
Nice review as always. I have to say BMW normally has nice wheels but what were they thinking here? The edge of the rims stick out further than the tire. Looks like someone put cheap plastic hubcaps on, lol. I think I’d take the slightly smaller TLX Type S and the extra money in my pocket, not to mention I’d have a better looking car. Thanks for the review 👍
@colinsullivan3353 Місяць тому
The Great Bavarian Screen Machine
@pattycatlover Місяць тому
I hope there's a way to shut off that chime! I can't stand chimes dinging at me.
@EndeavorsDnB Місяць тому
Despite what the norm seem to be saying abt this, I think this new variation is pure luxury! Would be quite happy to have 1. I’d spec mine differently but yep, 4 pot n all!
@aelz9794 Місяць тому
Would you say audi s6 that you tested is better than this car?
@jpm2793 4 дні тому
Couldnt have said it better about the tech-heavy infotainment. Owner here and It is most definitely a safety concern to do something as simple as change the climate while driving. Always swaying in the lane to look at the screen --especially with lack of lane keep assist/driving assists as standard.
@roberturbanowicz4688 Місяць тому
2:59 😄 TV screen on 4 wheels and 70k for 4-cylinder. Gotta love bmw these days.
@samguy6071 Місяць тому
Is BMW actually acoustic?
@kdubb81 Місяць тому
I got to test drive an i5 and it's my favorite EV. It feels and drives like a bmw. They need to bring back the n/a i6 and manual transmissions in the gas cars!
@pascutia Місяць тому
Excellent review, and I love how you started it with it being a 70k 4 cylinder 5 series. I could write paragraphs about this car, but to put it simply it’s a big miss. It’s a big compromise trying to be a platform for ICE and EV. The most noteworthy examples are the heavy weight, the un-BMW weight distribution on the ice variants (something like 53%-54% front weight distribution on this 4 cylinder x-drive variant), and the weird proportions of the vehicle. G30 540is are looking mighty fine on the used market compared to this thing.
@pan4632 Місяць тому
54% front distribution on the 4 cylinder model is absolutely insane lol
@aetherkiller Місяць тому
I had one of these the other day try drag race my 1.6L nissan NX lmao
@RealNameNeverUsed Місяць тому
1:21 how ridiculously thin those tires are? Camera didn’t do justice until Topher put his fingers together, I was shocked.
@toddrone 14 днів тому
And immediately i'm Looking at the new E class
@mcytc 16 днів тому
Question - you mention the climate controls for instance being a safety concern/hazard in this car. Doesn't the new 3 series have a similar system (HVAC controls on the touch screen) as this car? I don't remember hearing you complain about it in that car, at least not at length. Not that I don't disagree with you!
@cornelltiktok2510 Місяць тому
Bmw took another w with this new electric 5 series. I can't believe people are really buying it. It won award for luxury and top sells in the us
@tylerc4229 Місяць тому
70k for a 4 cylinder is bonkers
@YawnDaOG Місяць тому
Yeah that’s robbery
@RichardinNC1 Місяць тому
Interesting that $70K or so would get you an e39 M5, then an e60 550i, then an F10/G30 540i, and now just a 4cyl 530i. I would think it would be a better value X’ing the M Sport, 21” rims, and B&W stereo for a driving assistance package.
@mattyoz0 Місяць тому
The interior looks beautiful.
@vitreoushumor Місяць тому
Where the heckk is the cargo shelf
@MohammedAmineMarghich 13 днів тому
The ultimate square looking screen machine
@huie1983 Місяць тому
The amount of creaks, ticks, rattles and overall road noise in that would drive me nuts.
@JB-mb6lm 24 дні тому
Choosing the e350 over this mainly bc of the trunk issue
@calinikka4life Місяць тому
Please do a 2024 540i m sport
@rusher38 Місяць тому
60 grand and they couldn't put a piece of material to cover the spare tire? That's genuinely unacceptable for such a high-priced vehicle.
@miguelroquerivas2781 9 годин тому
Que bonito auto...super car
@andreyv1 Місяць тому
That's a beautiful car. A bit spendy, but if you can stomach it, I doubt you'd be disappointed.
@carlitoswayz-Okan 29 днів тому
I just got one but it came with 20's.
@ertugrulbae46 18 днів тому
The only thing im disappointed about is the lack of coloured leather on the door. Last gen had more. Thos looks...perhaps 1 series standard
@YA-xi9nf Місяць тому
So they finally added a turn signal!
@pr33tu_ Місяць тому
This generation looks like a successor to the 2 series gran coupe instead of the 3 series, as generations past.
@hiwawilliam9420 9 днів тому
FAN of BMW since ever, and that's the first product of BMW that doesn't have any Pride, it's a Disgrace and Big throwback
@dspursuer Місяць тому
you guys having a go at the price of this car; where I live you can barely find a sub 80k km 2022 530d for that...
@mervinprone 17 днів тому
For the 3 series this engine is great, I have it. Turbos are fun. But not for a 5 series. I’d either get a 6 cylinder or the electric version.
@mkmike4903 Місяць тому
18:29 as you can see here, BMW invested a hefty sum into the development of their new car's turn signal technology to encourage their drivers to use their damn turn signals. Now you know why this car is worth $70,000.
@bmo7454 Місяць тому
$70k for 255HP and a 4cylinder.............??????..........?!?
@colinsullivan3353 Місяць тому
The fact that this car blinks the speed limit at you as soon as you go even 1 over is ridiculous
@jumpman366 Місяць тому
Omg what happened to the 5
@Danielmejia-gt Місяць тому
U Ufff good estéreo
@johnmatthewlow88 18 днів тому
BMW got rid of the leather wrapped airplane pockets, buttons (apparently more expensive to enginner and manufacture), felt lined door bins (hard plastic now like in my economy Yaris, injection mould door covers (replaced with hard plastic)
@maroofr Місяць тому
Is this a preproduction? I would not be able to accept BMW just throwing a spare in the trunk like that and think “yep. Finished. “
@jpm2793 4 дні тому
Carplay/android connectivity is plaguing BMW's new vehicles. Both my 2023 and 2024 models constantly lose connection. iDrive 9 is even worse! Sad to see they STILL have not fixed it.
@thaydathroeun8678 Місяць тому
over 70k for 255 hp?
@amggaming3528 Місяць тому
I find the interior way too minimalistic for a luxury car, and the lack of ACC and lane centering at that price is insane when it comes standard on a $25K compact.
@JonathansLife Місяць тому
g80 pre-lci interior styling is still undefeated. sad they went away from that
@dadamafia 29 днів тому
There should definitely be a cover there. It doesn't come like that.
@jayisreal4690 Місяць тому
Personally not worth 70k to me
@THECONDOR98 24 дні тому
Coming from a lifelong BMW guy I can hardly believe this is a Bmw product let alone 70k........
@derrick777 20 днів тому
It comes with a trunk cover . Yours missing
@shadykrook987 29 днів тому
Looks like a new accord, not a fan. the 2021-2023 540i/m550i x drive is peak 5 series
@mrpips000 Місяць тому
I see all automakers are now sourcing their screens from the same Chinese company.
@madpistol Місяць тому
Surely that trunk has a cover... surely.
@jkliao6486 Місяць тому
21s? Who need 21s on a 5 series?
@schwuppdiewupp7 Місяць тому
I saw on driving down the road like 3 days ago, I tought to myself "you idiot“
@TougeF30 Місяць тому
? That’s you
@xFlared Місяць тому
I can get a used mazda 3 turbo hatch for 18k that has more power, handles better, and arguably has more cargo space.
@helmsdeep84 Місяць тому
Man….i can only imagine how the repair will cost when this thing inevitably breaks sooner rather than later….
@digital11337 Місяць тому
WOW ... what is this ?!?
@memepatrol3081 Місяць тому
And people said 1980s BMWs had nightmare electronic issues LMAO
@thenonhuman941 18 днів тому
Lol the trunk!!!!
@VeeElJay Місяць тому
Everybody is talking about the spare wheel being thrown in the trunk (which they rightfully should be talking about since what BMW did is just wrong) but I'm wondering why the 530i doesn't have a 3 zone climate control when even the 330i has it!
@superchiller123chill 13 днів тому
I feel like my g30 530i will be the last of my purchases from the big 3. Seems like their cars are being designed by the marketing department and not engineers
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