Compare The BMW 530i vs. The Competition

Comparing the BMW 530i to the Competition

The BMW 5 Series comes in many different looks, with its base trim level being the BMW 530i. While the entry-level trim of this sedan, you will find it is considerably more well-equipped than other conventional sedans like it. Even if you choose this trim to save some money, you can enjoy a bevy of high-tech features, with a comfortable drive and a performance you won't forget! To best show you these attributes, we compared this base trim of the BMW 5 Series against a few other well-known challengers in the luxury car market. Let us share with you our findings here at BMW of Melbourne.

Shoppers can find our dealership located at 1432 S Harbor City Blvd in Melbourne, conveniently less than 10 minutes outside of Palm Bay, FL.

BMW 530i vs Cadillac CT5

In looking at these two top sedans from their respective brands, we see that the BMW 530i has a number of advantages, most notably in performance, fuel economy, and feature availability. The standard four-cylinder engine of the BMW 530i generates up to 248-horsepower, whereas the standard engine of the CT5 generates up to 235-horsepower. The 530i can also travel further distances in areas like Cocoa Beach, and on the highways, before requiring refueling. Even as the base trim, the 530i comes standard with conveniences like a navigation system, an adaptive cruise control, and a sunroof, all of which cost extra to add to the Cadillac CT5.

BMW 530i vs Volvo S90

While both of these sedans come available as hybrids, the standard performance of the Volvo S90 falls short in the realm of fuel economy, traveling an EPA-estimated 23 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highways outside of Orlando. The BMW 530i travels up to 25 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. The 530i also has more interior breathing room for you and your passengers, along with up to 18.7 cubic feet of trunk space. The Volvo S90 only has up to 13.5 cubic feet of cargo space and falls short in terms of front headroom and rear shoulder room. The 530i is also the more lightweight of the two sedans, which greatly reduces drag and improves fuel economy.

BMW 530i vs Audi A4

The Audi A4 is a similarly-sized sedan, but it also falls drastically short in interior volume, with 37.3 inches of front headroom and 35.7 inches of rear legroom, as well as 12 cubic feet of trunk space. The BMW 530i offers up to 38.8 inches of front headroom and 36.5 inches of rear legroom, with up to 18.7 cubic feet of trunk space. The 530i also, once again, outperforms this top luxury competitor in the realm of fuel economy and can cruise 450 miles in the city of Sebastian and up to 594 miles on the highway before requiring more gas. The Audi A4's cruising ranges fall drastically short, with sedan traveling up to 398 city miles and 520 highway miles before refueling.

Shop for a BMW 5 Series Today

Even as the base trim level, and even as a non-hybrid sedan, the BMW 530i proves itself to be better-equipped and more fuel efficient than some of its top competitors on the luxury sedan market. With such a competitive market nowadays, it helps to get the most for your money.

We invite you to learn more about the new BMW 5 Series today and visit BMW of Melbourne to check one out in-person. You will find our dealership here in Melbourne and less than an hour outside of Saint Cloud, FL. See you soon!

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    Melbourne, FL 32901-3211

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