2021 BMW 540 review
BMW 540 highlights
Customer rating
RepairPal reliability rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 29 highway, 25 combined
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What is new for the 2021 BMW 540?
- 540 trims have been upgraded with Leatherette Seats, 20 Inch Plus Wheels, Satellite Radio Ready, and Android Auto as standard equipment this year.
- Head Up Display, A/C Seat(s), and Seat Massagers features are now available as options on select trims.
2021 BMW 540 trims
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- 335-hp, 332-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
- Parking Sensors
- Sunroofs
- Memory Seats
- Power Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Rear View Camera
- Lane Departure Warning
- Power Mirrors
- View our BMW 540 I inventory
XI:
- Includes all features available on the I
- 4WD/AWD
- View our BMW 540 XI inventory
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BMW 540 features and specs
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I 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Heated Mirrors
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leatherette Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- 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
- Front Seat Heaters
- Harman Kardon Sound
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Remote Start
- Seat Massagers
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
195.8"
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
2021 BMW 540 FAQ
The 2021 BMW 540 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- I: 22 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- XI: 22 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
The 2021 BMW 540 has received an average 5.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2021 BMW 540, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2021 BMW 540 Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2021 BMW 540:
- Leatherette Seats
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Android Auto
- Satellite Radio Ready
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