Autogefühl Tests The New Facelifted BMW 530e/545e
The new BMW 530e and 545e receive very high notes in this test drive review.
This month BMW introduced a new, facelifted 5-Series, including the 530e plug-in hybrid and a new 545e version with a 3.0L six-cylinder gas engine for more power.
In total, there will be five PHEV versions (more details):
- BMW 530e Sedan (2nd model evolution)
- BMW 530e xDrive Sedan (2nd model evolution)
- BMW 545e xDrive Sedan
- BMW 530e Touring
- BMW 530e xDrive Touring
... but only in Europe, as the 545e and two Touring versions are not coming to the U.S.
According to the review, Autogefühl is quite impressed with the latest 5-Series. It's a really strong contender in its class.
The facelift made it more attractive, the new seats are amazing, build quality is high, infotainment is better, and most importantly - the driving experience is outstanding with a very natural feel and unique combination of comfort and sporty driving.
More about BMW 5-Series PHEVs
The plug-in hybrids, with silent operation in EV mode and improved fuel economy, seem to be a perfect fit for the 5-Series.
As long as incentives are involved (to lower the price difference compared to the conventional versions), the PHEVs should sell pretty well.
Gallery: 2020 BMW 545e xDrive
RECOMMENDED FOR YOU
BMW Recalls 30,000 PHEVs, Tells Owners To Park Outside—But It's Not Because Of The Battery
BMW Is Finally Planning An Electric Convertible: Report
Inside BMW's Plan To Produce The iX5’s Gigantic Battery Pack In The U.S.
Things Are Getting Really, Really Bad At Porsche. That's Not Good For EV Fans
China's BMW iX5 Has More Of Everything, Including A Huge TV In The Back
The Rivian R2 Is A Charging Beast. But It's 'Just Fine' At Road Tripping
A BMW iX3 Charged For Just 15 Minutes. Here's How Far It Drove On The Highway