2023 BMW M550 review
BMW M550 highlights
Customer rating
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RepairPal reliability rating
(data not available)
Pros
- Quiet and roomy cabin
- Potent engine
- Lots of tech features
Cons
- Sub-par interior materials
- Steering could be more responsive
- Boring exterior design
Mileage (EPA estimate)
17 city, 25 highway, 20 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
Versatile and athletic
The 2023 BMW M550 is a luxury sedan with an athletic stance and sporty performance. It offers a pleasant ride in a roomy and comfortable cabin that’s filled with some of the latest connectivity tech features and other amenities for an optimal passenger experience. It comes with a powerful engine that delivers exciting performance — a great addition to the practicality it offers in terms of passenger and storage room.
All BMW M550 years
What is new for the 2023 BMW M550?
- M550 trims have been upgraded with Rear Sunshade as standard equipment this year.
- Head Up Display, A/C Seat(s), and Automated Parking features are now available as options on select trims.
2023 BMW M550 trims
I xDrive:
- 523-hp, 553-lb-ft of torque 4.4L
- Sunroofs
- Rear Defroster
- Cruise Control
- Leather Seats
- Power Seats
- Memory Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Power Mirrors
- View our BMW M550 I xDrive inventory
5 reasons to buy the 2023 BMW M550
1. Spacious cabin
Great ride experience is one of the strongest suits of the 2023 BMW M550. That’s in large part thanks to the spacious cabin and the amenities in it. It has seating for up to five people with enough head- and legroom even for taller adult passengers to feel comfortable. Front passengers get 38.8 inches and 41.4 inches of headroom and legroom, respectively. Rear headroom measures 37.5 inches, with legroom for rear passengers measuring 36.5 inches.
2. Muscular engine
The 2023 BMW M550 is powered by a ferocious 523-hp, 4.4L eight-cylinder engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain makes the M550 one of the strongest luxury sedans out there, capable of delivering thrilling performance. It can go from zero to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds, with a top speed of 155 mph.
3. Abundant room for cargo
On the practical side of things, the 2023 BMW M550 offers ample cargo space and useful storage options inside the cabin. It comes with an 18.7-cu-ft trunk, which is larger than that of many competitors and gives you room for one large suitcase. On top of that, it has 40/20/40 split rear seats, making it easier for you to carry large items that can’t fit in the trunk.
4. Standard tech features
As far as technology is concerned, the 2023 BMW M550 is equipped with plenty of connectivity and entertainment features that come as standard. The infotainment system includes a 12.3-inch center display that you can use to access Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Furthermore, it comes with built-in navigation, a 12-speaker audio system, as well as Bluetooth® connectivity.
5. Driver-assistance systems
The 2023 BMW M550 is also equipped with many sophisticated systems that will give you more confidence behind the wheel and help stay alert at all times. For starters, these include forward-collision warning and forward automatic emergency braking systems. On top of that, it comes with lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, and pedestrian detection.
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BMW M550 features and specs
I xDrive 4WD/AWD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Adjustable Suspension
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Harman Kardon Sound
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Run Flat Tires
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automated Parking
- Bowers & Wilkins Audio
- Harman Kardon Sound
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Rear Spoiler
- Seat Massagers
Drive Wheels
All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
4.4L
Horsepower
523
Torque (ft-lbs)
553
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
18
Wheelbase
117.1"
Overall length
195.8"
Width
73.5"
Height
58.4"
Leg room
F 41.4"/R 36.5"
Head room
F 38.8"/R 37.5"
Front tires
P245/40YR19
Rear tires
P275/35YR19
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2023 BMW M550 FAQ
The 2023 BMW M550 offers a I xDrive : 17 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.
Here is what's new for the 2023 BMW M550:
- Rear Sunshade
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Parking
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