2018 BMW 540 review
BMW 540 highlights
Customer rating
RepairPal reliability rating
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Pros
- Great turbo power
- Comfortable interior
- Available all-wheel drive
Cons
- Some sub-standard interior materials
- Premium gas required
- Some may find the styling dull
Mileage (EPA estimate)
20 city, 29 highway, 23 combined
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All BMW 540 years
What is new for the 2018 BMW 540?
- The 540 is available in a new trim called the D xDrive.
- 540 trims have been upgraded with Rear View Camera, Parking Sensors, and Turbo Diesel Engine as standard equipment this year.
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels features are now available as options on select trims.
2018 BMW 540 trims
Curious how BMW 540 trims differ? Use our side-by-side vehicle comparison to see the differences and similaritiesI:
- 335-hp, 332-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
- Smart Key
- Sunroofs
- Rear Defroster
- Cruise Control
- Leather Seats
- Power Seats
- Memory Seats
- Power Mirrors
- View our BMW 540 I inventory
XI:
- Includes all features available on the I
- 4WD/AWD
- View our BMW 540 XI inventory
D xDrive:
- Includes all features available on the XI
- 261-hp, 457-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
- Turbo Diesel Engine
- View our BMW 540 D xDrive inventory
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BMW 540 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
- Leather Seats
- Power Seat(s)
- Memory Seat(s)
- Power Mirrors
- Traction Control
- Side Airbags
- Overhead Airbags
- Rear View Camera
- Parking Sensors
- Heated Mirrors
- Alloy Wheels
- Run Flat Tires
- Automatic Transmission
- Turbo Charged Engine
- AM/FM Stereo
- CD Audio
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Navigation System
- Bluetooth Technology
- Automated Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Seat Massagers
- A/C Seat(s)
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Head Up Display
- Rear Sunshade
- Automated Parking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Lane Departure Warning
- Smart Key
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Harman Kardon Sound
- Bowers & Wilkins Audio
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Apple CarPlay
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.0L
Horsepower
335
Torque (ft-lbs)
332
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
2018 BMW 540 FAQ
- The 2018 BMW 540 has received an average 5.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2018 BMW 540, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2018 BMW 540 Reviews.
- Here are the pros and cons of the 2018 BMW 540: Pros - Technology and Entertainment - Cabin Noise - Power Cons - Reliability - Cargo Space - Cost to Maintain
- Here is what's new for the 2018 BMW 540:
- D xDrive
- Rear View Camera
- Parking Sensors
- Turbo Diesel Engine
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- The 2018 BMW 540 offers the following fuel efficiency options: • Diesel: 26 city / 36 highway MPG (D xDrive trim) • Gas: 21 city / 30 highway MPG (I trim) • Gas: 20 city / 29 highway MPG (XI trim) Actual mileage may vary based on driving conditions, vehicle condition, and driving habits.
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