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2018 BMW 530 review

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

23 city, 33 highway, 27 combined

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What is new for the 2018 BMW 530?

  • The 530 is available in a new trim called the XI.
  • The I xDrive trim has been discontinued for 2018.
  • 530 trims have been upgraded with Rear View Camera and Parking Sensors as standard equipment this year.
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid and DVD Video System features are now available as options on select trims.

2018 BMW 530 trims

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I:

  • 248-hp, 258-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
  • Sunroofs
  • Rear Defroster
  • Cruise Control
  • Power Seats
  • Memory Seats
  • Power Mirrors
  • Traction Control
  • Leatherette Seats
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XI:

  • Includes all features available on the I
  • 4WD/AWD

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.5 out of 5

6 customer reviews
The 2018 BMW 530 is a luxury car that customers love. They like the smooth ride, the power, and the interior features. Customers also like that it's a great value for the price. The car handles like a dream and has lots of nice extra features.

RepairPal reliability rating

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal Reliability Ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for their accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

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RepairPal gave the BMW 530 an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks BMW 530 13th out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Cars.

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BMW 530 features and specs

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I 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Run Flat Tires
  • Side Airbags
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine

Optional Features

Actual features may vary per car. Visit a car's detail page for a list of its actual features or contact us for more details.

  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bowers & Wilkins Audio
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Harman Kardon Sound
  • Head Up Display
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leather Seats
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Rear Entertainment System
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Seat Massagers
  • Smart Key

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.0L

Horsepower

248

Torque (ft-lbs)

258

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

18

Wheelbase

117.1"

Overall length

194.6"

Width

73.5"

Height

58.2"

Leg room

F 41.4"/R 36.5"

Head room

F 38.8"/R 37.5"

Front tires

P245/45HR18

Rear tires

P245/45HR18

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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