2024 BMW 530i xDrive Sedan - POV First Impressions

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3 ай бұрын

MSRP: From $60,200
MPG: 27 city / 35 highway
Engine: 2.0 L Turbocharged 4-cylinder
Horsepower: 255 hp
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Dimensions: 199″ L x 75″ W x 60″ H
Cape York Green Metallic $650
M Sport Package $3000 - M Sport Suspension, steering wheel, interior and exterior elements, content, shadowline exterior trim, gray blue ash trim dark silver accents
21" Bicolor 954i Mix Performance Nonrunflat $1800
Premium Package $2550 - Remote engine start, heated steering wheel, interior camera, full LED lights w/cornering, parking assistant plus, BMW Curved Display with HUD, Natural interaction
Sky Lounge Roof $600
Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound $950
Destination $995
Total Price: $70,745
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@ryanb8736 3 ай бұрын

That spare tire thrown in like that is a disgrace for BMW.

@isurumw6119 3 ай бұрын

What the hell happened to that boot? It's pathetic that a $70,000 car is delivered in that state.

@24GirlPanda 3 ай бұрын

Saw it open and I genuinely exclaimed "WHAT??!" out loud. I can't believe it. Has to be an oversight with his model or something, I can't imagine a vehicle, especially a luxury one missing a cover / trunk mat.

@smar1208 3 ай бұрын

@@24GirlPanda definitely accidental, my g30 had a carpeted cover so i doubt theyd remove it in the g60

@drew2201 3 ай бұрын

I detail for a BMW dealership and I haven't seen a 530i come with a trunk like that, so either that car somehow doesn't have a cover for the spare tire in the trunk, or I could also very well be misremembering because I have detailed all the different variants of the 5 series and they all just blend together in my head. Another possibility is that the spare tire is an added option for the 530i specifically, and that is why its so scuffed, however I do know at least certain trim levels of the new 5 series do have a spare tire underneath the trunk floor and it does not sacrifice trunk space at all.

@eventhorizon88 3 ай бұрын

I think executives at BMW are running a big joke with their cars lately

@SuperMrBentley 3 ай бұрын

germans forgot how to fit a spare tire in a car and learned a lot about cost cutting

@haal1476 3 ай бұрын

Not BMWs proudest moment in terms of design

@Gasser24769 3 ай бұрын

Everyman says this until you see one irl, they age so well , bet you change your mind in 2 years

@papaglock6587 3 ай бұрын

@Gasser24769 I agree I didn't like this new kidney grill design on the new M cars , now I actually don't think it's that bad

@kidnamedfinger6323 3 ай бұрын

The Germans have lost their minds. Not the first time that has happened though.

@Gasser24769 3 ай бұрын

@@papaglock6587 yeman

@vinchenzomarchiavafa962 3 ай бұрын

No true. Those door handles are straight out of a charger

@Nalyddj 3 ай бұрын

i never understood why luxury cars brands make you pay extra for drivers assistance when they are already in every regular commuter car

@AS-oo4gv 3 ай бұрын

A $22k elantra has more features than this. Its so dumb

@madpistol 3 ай бұрын

Because BMW's tech is better. I've tried competing tech from Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, etc. They all work, but not very well. BMW's driver assist is super refined.

@Christianfire18 3 ай бұрын

@@madpistolbut you’re already paying so much more, it should just be standard

@smar1208 3 ай бұрын

@@Christianfire18 the luxury car buyer demographic would rather pay more for a more refined experience than save money for something less refined, thats literally what a luxury car in itself is

@jkliao6486 3 ай бұрын

@@smar1208 In my mind, that shouldn't be an option at all, but rather a standard equipment on every car. Increase the starting MSRP? Sure, why not. It's that a 5 series without active driving assist shouldn't exist.

@CaptainBlitz 3 ай бұрын

Ah yes, BMW's famous slogan: "The Ultimate Screen Machine"!

@ViciousFirearms 3 ай бұрын

Old school luxury cars: classy interior, premium materials, gorgeous design, seats so plush you’d melt into them, big smooth v8 Modern luxury cars: MORE SCREENSSSSSS

@janoskovacs11 3 ай бұрын

😆

@faheemabbas3965 3 ай бұрын

@@ViciousFirearmsmodern “luxury” cars are a scam.

@bigbangjason Ай бұрын

BMW : Screen Company AUDI : Light Bulb Company BENZ : Door hinge Company

@shadowgamer2587 Ай бұрын

@@ViciousFirearmsmodern luxury is just like old school luxury (except for classy interior and sometimes gorgeous design) but the just add more screens to it

@Moey-us1fg 3 ай бұрын

Congrats on 700K subs!!! Cheers to 1M next!!!

@overeasymedia 3 ай бұрын

$71,000 for a 530i is absolutely heinous 😭

@smar1208 3 ай бұрын

the 5 series has always been expensive, even the 4 cyl models, its a midsize luxury/executive sedan.

@jordonpumpin 3 ай бұрын

@@smar1208 thats just crazy, realistically it should be a 50kish vehicle and that's still a lot for a 2 liter lol

@smar1208 3 ай бұрын

@@jordonpumpin 50k for a 5 series is insane. its a high end luxury car, even a well equipped 330i can go past 50k. my 540i was the equivalent of $115k usd new.

@bryandedon7459 3 ай бұрын

@@smar1208 saying they should cost that much is insane. The vast majority of vehicles today are way overpriced.

@smar1208 3 ай бұрын

@@bryandedon7459 the e60 5 series started at $47000 in 2007. adjusted for inflation, thats worth roughly $70k. therefore, in terms of ppp, the 5 series has become CHEAPER since over 15 years ago. $70k for a well equipped executive sedan is completely normal, if you want a sedan for $50k get a well equipped toyota crown.

@mbsaxman600 3 ай бұрын

😂 "BMW wants to make sure that if you spend all day at work looking at screens, you can also look at some screens on your way home"

@RealNameNeverUsed 3 ай бұрын

And then spend even more screen time with KZfaq Shorts before bed. 😂 And the cycle repeats.

@sanchaynarain3532 3 ай бұрын

Finally a 530i video, everyone else is busy posting videos of the 520i… Cheers 😊

@davidalenick1246 3 ай бұрын

I’m so glad I bought two loaded up BMWs with the B58 and iDrive 7. I really think BMW reached near perfection with those. Physical climate buttons, 8 physical hot buttons, physical sport/comfort/eco/adaptive buttons, physical traction/stability control button, physical headlight buttons, dynamic cruise distance control buttons on the steering wheel, no huge list of apps in iDrive, and iDrive 7 is just easier to use but really not missing much functionality to later iDrive versions. Oh, and I even get an extra storage compartment that they did away with on later models (the one below the headlight buttons).

@roscoes-wetsuit1 3 ай бұрын

The average crossover nowadays has adaptive cruise lol, crazy this doesn’t at $70k

@ryanb8736 3 ай бұрын

Should be B58 for that price.

@neelkrishna 3 ай бұрын

To be fair the B58 is only like 5k more

@GerberFlerber 3 ай бұрын

U can option the b58 for around the same price if optioned correctly

@chrisdeming9287 3 ай бұрын

@@GerberFlerber Fully loaded M340i is around 70k. Much better option IMO. Not a fan of this new 5 series design. Interior is too gimmicky and the exterior is too boxy, IMO.

@saadzulqarnain7702 3 ай бұрын

70k for a 530i is absolutely insane

@Blackdawn80 3 ай бұрын

It's disappointing to see a $70k PREMIUM saloon with a 4cyl. EVen with a lease at $700-$800 month. This vehicle should have the brands own B58 It looks like VW and Hyundai partnered for this.

@smar1208 3 ай бұрын

you can get the b58 powered 540i for not that much more

@joespittle1 3 ай бұрын

BMW really need to get on it with their adaptive cruise control, it's an option rarely added and sorely missed

@myemailiscool 3 ай бұрын

Anecdotally i've been seeing more models on lots with it. It's a fantastic system, i'm glad i ordered my car with it.

@jpm2793 2 ай бұрын

Agreed - they did give me the option to subscribe for the low price of $200/year HA jokes

@embiggens1 3 ай бұрын

I haven't been this disappointed in BMW since the Chris Bangle days.

@unowen-nh9ov 2 ай бұрын

Which is the 1st time they outsold Mercedes to become #1 global premium.

@user-ew6ud7vb7d Ай бұрын

I think you’re the first one to review the 5 series and not the i5. Love it

@QuanPham-tj8bd 2 ай бұрын

The interior is simply amazing! But I can't get over the new outer design.

@ToddRGuy 5 күн бұрын

Great review! Completely agree with you regarding the B48 vs B58. I drove both and it was like night and day. My 540 is queued for production ;)

@vipermoon_ 3 ай бұрын

You took so many jabs at the car even before the driving portion and I'm all for it! Please don't be afraid to do so, even if you overall like the car

@Tr3ntsGames 3 ай бұрын

Holy hell, I don’t really keep up with bmw too much, but wow, this is surely something

@joespittle1 3 ай бұрын

1:57 the cover is missing, you can see the little cut out where you lift it just in front of the trunk latch

@qiwentan5318 3 ай бұрын

But if it has a cover then it will actually be higher than the edge of the trunk which does not make sense

@joespittle1 3 ай бұрын

@@qiwentan5318 It's difficult to see but there's a lip around the tire tray thing that it fits into. I'm almost certain it's exactly the same as the previous generation of 5 series had

@butch8792 3 ай бұрын

If automakers keep going with this trend soon we will just be getting cars with 24's and no tires. All rim...because I guess it looks cooler?!?

@RCtennis3811 3 ай бұрын

Nice thing is that you’re not forced to spec the 21’s on this car. In the US market, there are 19, 20, and 21” wheel options available.

@philippesails4973 3 ай бұрын

That dashboard is one of the reason I stick to my previous BMW model. Best commercial for the E Klasse!

@youtoobe169 3 ай бұрын

Spot on about "no feedback or feel" from the steering

@simonmorris1579 18 күн бұрын

That colour is amazing. If I was in the market for a BMW I would be considering it for sure.

@williamlong2682 3 ай бұрын

Usually I’m not the kind of person to fixate on one feature (or lack thereof) in my judgement of a vehicle’s price, but even I’ll admit that I do kinda bristle at the notion of a turbo 4 cylinder at this price point. I think my ideal spec of this would be a 540i (or i5 40) with no M Sport anything but everything else on the base 19” wheels (maybe 20’s…maybe). Built one on the configurator and that came out to ~$77k

@joeaardvark9214 3 ай бұрын

That trunk is a slap in the face. Jeez.

@Soul_Flow_ 3 ай бұрын

Why

@joeaardvark9214 3 ай бұрын

@@Soul_Flow_ The price you're paying for that car and that's the storage space they give you? Come on now.

@Soul_Flow_ 3 ай бұрын

@@joeaardvark9214 , If you want a big storage space, GET A SUV!!! This is a sedan! People are so picky these days like a woman with a period.

@joeaardvark9214 3 ай бұрын

@@Soul_Flow_ It's a BMW, bud. They market luxury but can't give you storage space or a decent drive train. No need for boomer rage here.

@dpr5105 3 ай бұрын

A good review given the Topher is a gentleman who rarely says anything really negative about a vehicle. This car is clearly a disappointment from a company that used to define what a sports sedan was. The question is who is the new audience for it, if the more traditonal 5 Series buyer will be put off by the intimidating interface?

@DippinItUp1 3 ай бұрын

This x10000 As a BMW enthusiast of old (E46, E36, E39 etc.) I see this car as nothing but a screen ridden tech hub for non enthusiasts.

@davosadao 3 ай бұрын

I also love the new BMW turn signal heartbeat look

@HiiImChris 3 ай бұрын

At first i didnt like it 2 months ago, but i grown to like the styling. The biggest component imo that should ne changed though are the styling of the head lights. Im telling u thats what is contributing to that weird crossover look

@catfishBG 3 ай бұрын

Is it noisy on rought asphalt ? can you compare cabin noise on rough surfaces to other vehicles?

@HiiImChris 3 ай бұрын

I would get ev version, cape york green is my favorite color too. I really like this vehicle. I also think this car has 1 of the best looking steering wheels of any vehicle Only thing, is if they designed the headlights in a way to be more sleek itd look way better. I realized the headlights are what contributes the most to the slightly off feeling

@RealNameNeverUsed 3 ай бұрын

1:21 how ridiculously thin those tires are? Camera didn’t do justice until Topher put his fingers together, I was shocked.

@EricMazzoni 3 ай бұрын

I have seen a few of these on the road. They are not as ugly as in photos. Rather, they are somehow more plain. I recognized the kidney grill but could not figure out what they were until I saw the taillights. Compared to the previous generation, they are not a win in terms of design. But neither is the E class or A6 (except in wagon form).

@hiwawilliam9420 3 ай бұрын

FAN of BMW since ever, and that's the first product of BMW that doesn't have any Pride, it's a Disgrace and Big throwback

@sonsprinter 3 ай бұрын

That interior looks like a spaceship

@pablo.blanchett 3 ай бұрын

see Lincoln Nautilus

@pascutia 3 ай бұрын

Excellent review, and I love how you started it with it being a 70k 4 cylinder 5 series. I could write paragraphs about this car, but to put it simply it’s a big miss. It’s a big compromise trying to be a platform for ICE and EV. The most noteworthy examples are the heavy weight, the un-BMW weight distribution on the ice variants (something like 53%-54% front weight distribution on this 4 cylinder x-drive variant), and the weird proportions of the vehicle. G30 540is are looking mighty fine on the used market compared to this thing.

@pan4632 3 ай бұрын

54% front distribution on the 4 cylinder model is absolutely insane lol

@roberturbanowicz4688 3 ай бұрын

2:59 😄 TV screen on 4 wheels and 70k for 4-cylinder. Gotta love bmw these days.

@garrettscott4748 3 ай бұрын

Would you say this competes performance wise with the 22+ WRX?

@jpm2793 2 ай бұрын

Couldnt have said it better about the tech-heavy infotainment. Owner here and It is most definitely a safety concern to do something as simple as change the climate while driving. Always swaying in the lane to look at the screen --especially with lack of lane keep assist/driving assists as standard.

@mikedee42 3 ай бұрын

I’ve had 2017 530i and I really liked it. Minus the super hard Dakota leather seats. The new 5 series looking a nice with the following: Dark exterior color with shadow line package. Just black everything out. So you can’t “see” the front face 😂. I do agree it is very over priced for what you get. Not a lot is standard. For this price adaptive cruise and ventilated seats should be standard at the very least

@hybridtheory1985 3 ай бұрын

My basic segment b has even adaptive cruise control, lane assistance etc

@stevehorvat69 3 ай бұрын

Nice review as always. I have to say BMW normally has nice wheels but what were they thinking here? The edge of the rims stick out further than the tire. Looks like someone put cheap plastic hubcaps on, lol. I think I’d take the slightly smaller TLX Type S and the extra money in my pocket, not to mention I’d have a better looking car. Thanks for the review 👍

@UCZ15 3 ай бұрын

Welp. I think BMW’s glory era officially finished with the G30 5 series, pre-facelift G20 3 series, F32 4 series and the G11 7 series.

@pr33tu_ 3 ай бұрын

This generation looks like a successor to the 2 series gran coupe instead of the 3 series, as generations past.

@huie1983 3 ай бұрын

The amount of creaks, ticks, rattles and overall road noise in that would drive me nuts.

@kdubb81 3 ай бұрын

I got to test drive an i5 and it's my favorite EV. It feels and drives like a bmw. They need to bring back the n/a i6 and manual transmissions in the gas cars!

@EndeavorsDnB 3 ай бұрын

Despite what the norm seem to be saying abt this, I think this new variation is pure luxury! Would be quite happy to have 1. I’d spec mine differently but yep, 4 pot n all!

@pattycatlover 3 ай бұрын

I hope there's a way to shut off that chime! I can't stand chimes dinging at me.

@BandoLando 3 ай бұрын

i actually really like the exterior design but why would they include an M sport package with it?

@jusnass303 3 ай бұрын

love the interior

@syazwanabdull4835 3 ай бұрын

Lovely video

@cornelltiktok2510 3 ай бұрын

Bmw took another w with this new electric 5 series. I can't believe people are really buying it. It won award for luxury and top sells in the us

@mattyoz0 3 ай бұрын

The interior looks beautiful.

@KeithBalante 2 ай бұрын

"Ultimate Screen Machine" LMFAO

@aelz9794 3 ай бұрын

Would you say audi s6 that you tested is better than this car?

@AlexM-cy9of 8 күн бұрын

love this badass

@RichardinNC1 3 ай бұрын

Interesting that $70K or so would get you an e39 M5, then an e60 550i, then an F10/G30 540i, and now just a 4cyl 530i. I would think it would be a better value X’ing the M Sport, 21” rims, and B&W stereo for a driving assistance package.

@carlitoswayz-Okan 3 ай бұрын

I just got one but it came with 20's.

@xzst 3 ай бұрын

It surely isnt a bad car, but its a massive step down from the previous generation..

@mayurireddy8196 2 ай бұрын

Amazing car interior beautiful car

@colinsullivan3353 3 ай бұрын

The Great Bavarian Screen Machine

@aetherkiller 3 ай бұрын

I had one of these the other day try drag race my 1.6L nissan NX lmao

@toddrone 3 ай бұрын

And immediately i'm Looking at the new E class

@tylerc4229 3 ай бұрын

70k for a 4 cylinder is bonkers

@YawnDaOG 3 ай бұрын

Yeah that’s robbery

@MohammedAmineMarghich 3 ай бұрын

The ultimate square looking screen machine

@mcytc 3 ай бұрын

Question - you mention the climate controls for instance being a safety concern/hazard in this car. Doesn't the new 3 series have a similar system (HVAC controls on the touch screen) as this car? I don't remember hearing you complain about it in that car, at least not at length. Not that I don't disagree with you!

@andreyv1 3 ай бұрын

That's a beautiful car. A bit spendy, but if you can stomach it, I doubt you'd be disappointed.

@aidenkang3413 Ай бұрын

No insulation on the front hood is insane for 70k as well.

@JB-mb6lm 3 ай бұрын

Choosing the e350 over this mainly bc of the trunk issue

@ertugrulbae46 3 ай бұрын

The only thing im disappointed about is the lack of coloured leather on the door. Last gen had more. Thos looks...perhaps 1 series standard

@rusher38 3 ай бұрын

60 grand and they couldn't put a piece of material to cover the spare tire? That's genuinely unacceptable for such a high-priced vehicle.

@samguy6071 3 ай бұрын

Is BMW actually acoustic?

@mkmike4903 3 ай бұрын

18:29 as you can see here, BMW invested a hefty sum into the development of their new car's turn signal technology to encourage their drivers to use their damn turn signals. Now you know why this car is worth $70,000.

@xblackhema Ай бұрын

what is the name of song guys he played it?

@mervinprone 3 ай бұрын

For the 3 series this engine is great, I have it. Turbos are fun. But not for a 5 series. I’d either get a 6 cylinder or the electric version.

@YA-xi9nf 3 ай бұрын

So they finally added a turn signal!

@dspursuer 3 ай бұрын

you guys having a go at the price of this car; where I live you can barely find a sub 80k km 2022 530d for that...

@calinikka4life 3 ай бұрын

Please do a 2024 540i m sport

@dadamafia 3 ай бұрын

There should definitely be a cover there. It doesn't come like that.

@vitreoushumor 3 ай бұрын

Where the heckk is the cargo shelf

@amggaming3528 3 ай бұрын

I find the interior way too minimalistic for a luxury car, and the lack of ACC and lane centering at that price is insane when it comes standard on a $25K compact.

@sayan1667 2 ай бұрын

Looks like video gamer bedroom

@johnmatthewlow88 3 ай бұрын

BMW got rid of the leather wrapped airplane pockets, buttons (apparently more expensive to enginner and manufacture), felt lined door bins (hard plastic now like in my economy Yaris, injection mould door covers (replaced with hard plastic)

@powderchasers1948 2 ай бұрын

I have rented the G60 3 times from Sixt and for the most part agree with the review with complete disagreement on a few things. To me the ride of the G60 on 19 inch wheels was extremely compliant and much better than the G30.Why is he reviewing a car with stupid 21 inch wheels. I completely disagree on the turn signal which was my worst complaint (Cheap plastic and the feel felt cheap). My G30 turn signal has better action. I completely agree with the review on the interior screens and the need to bring back physical controls. I liked the G60 for its amazing drivetrain (4CY), comfortable seats (Soft as mentioned). Almost every review seems to say "Bring back physical buttons" yet car manufactures are not listening. I think Tesla just removed the shifter in cars and put it on a screen. CRAZY.

@bigbangjason Ай бұрын

1. Door handle that I’m really afraid to break 2. Spare tire is okay but not come with any flat cover anything? Except 2things pretty impressive!!… One more… price little high

@colinsullivan3353 3 ай бұрын

The fact that this car blinks the speed limit at you as soon as you go even 1 over is ridiculous

@JonathansLife 3 ай бұрын

g80 pre-lci interior styling is still undefeated. sad they went away from that

@schwuppdiewupp7 3 ай бұрын

I saw on driving down the road like 3 days ago, I tought to myself "you idiot“

@Fake2JZ 3 ай бұрын

? That’s you

@jpm2793 2 ай бұрын

Carplay/android connectivity is plaguing BMW's new vehicles. Both my 2023 and 2024 models constantly lose connection. iDrive 9 is even worse! Sad to see they STILL have not fixed it.

@jayisreal4690 3 ай бұрын

Personally not worth 70k to me

@jumpman366 3 ай бұрын

Omg what happened to the 5

@derrick777 3 ай бұрын

It comes with a trunk cover . Yours missing

@carter98nc 22 сағат бұрын

Let's consider for a moment that a 2024 Toyota Crown 4 cylinder Platinum produces 340 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque for about 53k. Granted, it's a Toyota, the engine numbers are very decent. Now, we venture into the luxury market with a BMW that is 70k with an engine that is less than stellar. I can't even wrap my head around a 70k car with such an underwhelming engine. I'm sure it rides nice. Kinda wish the engine had more power without having to go up to the 540i.