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2018 BMW 530 review

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BMW 530 highlights

Customer rating

RepairPal reliability rating

Mileage (EPA estimate)

23 city, 33 highway, 27 combined

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What is new for the 2018 BMW 530?

  • Trim Added: Sport Edition for enhanced performance.
  • Trim Discontinued: Base Model no longer available.
  • Standard Equipment on all: Advanced Safety Suite now included.
  • New Equipment: Updated infotainment system with larger touchscreen.

2018 BMW 530 trims

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  • 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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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.5 out of 5

6 customer reviews
The 2018 BMW 530 delivers good fuel economy, impressive power, and a comfortable ride. Customers praise handling and seat adjustability but note high maintenance costs and limited cargo space. Mixed opinions exist on technology and reliability, with a notable absence of auto start causing disappointment for some.

RepairPal reliability rating

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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 4D Sedan 2WD

Standard Features

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

Optional Features

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

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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