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BMW M550i Review, For Sale, Specs, Models & News in Australia
BMW 5 Series Reviews
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BMW 5 Series News
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By T.im Nicholson -
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By J.ames Cleary -
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Higher 5: 2024 BMW i5 and 5 Series sedan gets more kit and a longer wheelbase for China
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BMW 5 Series Models Price and Specs
The price range for the BMW 5 Series varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $114,900 and going to $134,900 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Sedan | 2.0L, —, 8 SP | $114,900 | $134,900 | |
| 2024 | Sedan | 2.0L, —, 8 SP | $90,420 | $135,960 | |
| 2023 | Wagon | 3.0L, Diesel, 8 SP | — | — | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP | $96,470 | $174,020 | |
| 2022 | Wagon | 3.0L, Diesel, 8 SP | — | — | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP | $85,910 | $158,400 | |
| 2021 | Wagon | 3.0L, Diesel, 8 SP | — | — | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 2.0L, PULP, 8 SP | $66,440 | $140,690 | |
BMW 5 Series Dimensions
The dimensions of the BMW M550I Sedan vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Sedan | 1467x1868x4962 mm | 131 mm | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 1467x1868x4962 mm | 131 mm | |
BMW 5 Series Wheel Size
The BMW M550I has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 245x35 R20 for Sedan in 2021.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Sedan | 245x35 R20 | — | 275x30 R20 | — | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 245x35 R20 | 20x8 inches | 275x30 R20 | 20x8 inches | |
BMW 5 Series Fuel Consumption
The BMW M550I is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 10.6L/100km for Sedan /PULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Sedan | 10.6L/100km | 4.4L | PULP | 8 SP AUTO | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 10.6L/100km | 4.4L | PULP | 8 SP AUTO | |
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BMW 5 Series Towing Capacity
The BMW M550I has maximum towing capacity of 2000kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Sedan | 2000kg | 2000kg | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 2000kg | 2000kg | |