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2021 BMW M550i
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2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$36,240
Est. $492/mo
$9,541 Below market
RMV: $45,781
Price Rise, $1,099
Earlier Price: $35,141 (1 Nov 2024)
Mileage 51,435 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
187 Days in market
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Victory Mitsubishi
Bronx, NY
4.0
(Based 8151 Review)
(718) 51*****
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2021 BMW M550i
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2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$35,400
Est. $480/mo
$8,470 Below market
RMV: $43,870
Price Drop, $3,500
Earlier Price: $38,900 (24 Oct 2024)
Mileage 47,934 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
316 Days in market
BLACK
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V8
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Power Motors East
Massapequa, NY
3.0
(Based 124 Review)
(516) 59*****
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2021 BMW M550i
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Certified 2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$54,971
Est. $746/mo
$6,961 Below market
RMV: $61,932
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $55,971 (20 Nov 2024)
Mileage 22,658 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
19 Days in market
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V8
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Roadshow BMW
Cordova, TN
4.0
(Based 703 Review)
(901) 36*****
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2019 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$30,572
Est. $415/mo
$3,489 Below market
RMV: $34,061
Price Drop, $634
Earlier Price: $31,206 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 65,906 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
82 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V8
Automatic
Chapman Value Center Scottsdale
Scottsdale, AZ
4.0
(Based 239 Review)
(480) 55*****
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2019 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$25,438
Est. $345/mo
$4,434 Below market
RMV: $29,872
Mileage 77,761 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
283 Days in market
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Victory Mitsubishi
Bronx, NY
4.0
(Based 8151 Review)
(718) 51*****
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2019 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$25,888
Est. $351/mo
$4,103 Below market
RMV: $29,991
Price Drop, $1,638
Earlier Price: $27,526 (6 Nov 2024)
Mileage 80,703 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
350 Days in market
BLACK
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Eastchester Certified Motors
Eastchester, NY
4.0
(Based 230 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 7,648 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 12/21/18 and owned in FL until 12/11/20
  • Last serviced at 80,675 miles in Tampa, FL on 04/17/23
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2019 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$39,990
Est. $542/mo
$2,660 Below market
RMV: $42,650
Price Drop, $450
Earlier Price: $40,440 (20 Nov 2024)
Mileage 18,421 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
49 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V8
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1 Legacy Motors
Carrollton, TX
5.0
(Based 31 Review)
(844) 623*****
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2020 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$29,195
Est. $396/mo
$3,654 Below market
RMV: $32,849
Price Drop, $100
Earlier Price: $29,295 (17 Nov 2024)
Mileage 87,971 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
237 Days in market
BLUE
Sedan
V8
Automatic
Excel Auto Lounge
East Windsor, NJ
4.0
(Based 221 Review)
(908) 77*****
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2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$46,900
Est. $636/mo
$4,812 Below market
RMV: $51,712
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $47,400 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 31,055 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
152 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V8
Automatic
Hanna Imports
Raleigh, NC
4.0
(Based 2622 Review)
(919) 87*****
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2020 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$40,988
Est. $556/mo
$1,999 Below market
RMV: $42,987
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $41,988 (17 Nov 2024)
Mileage 41,664 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
91 Days in market
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V8
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Ride 'N Drive
Garland, TX
4.0
(Based 869 Review)
(972) 27*****
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2019 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$27,995
Est. $380/mo
$154 Above market
RMV: $27,841
Earlier Price: $27,995 (21 Nov 2024)
Mileage 94,560 mi.
Home Delivery
6 Owner
216 Days in market
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DMV Auto LLC
Stafford, VA
4.0
(Based 264 Review)
(540) 517*****
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2020 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$38,994
Est. $529/mo
$1,946 Below market
RMV: $40,940
Mileage 52,978 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
15 Days in market
BLUE
Sedan
V8
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Central Auto
Salt Lake City, UT
3.0
(Based 253 Review)
(833) 537*****
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2020 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$39,995
Est. $543/mo
$2,333 Below market
RMV: $42,328
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $40,995 (20 Nov 2024)
Mileage 49,070 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
42 Days in market
Sedan
V8
Automatic
Lafontaine Infiniti Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
4.0
(Based 251 Review)
(734) 21*****
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2020 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$30,789
Est. $418/mo
$2,198 Below market
RMV: $32,987
Mileage 81,879 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
19 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V8
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Adam's Auto Group
Little Ferry, NJ
4.0
(Based 382 Review)
(201) 44*****
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2019 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$31,000
Est. $420/mo
$2,336 Below market
RMV: $33,336
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $31,500 (2 Nov 2024)
Mileage 73,741 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
55 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V8
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BMW of Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
4.0
(Based 1403 Review)
(734) 41*****
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2020 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$42,321
Est. $574/mo
$1,680 Below market
RMV: $44,001
Price Drop, $674
Earlier Price: $42,995 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 42,512 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
86 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V8
Automatic
Royal RV & Auto Center
Middlebury, IN
4.0
(Based 578 Review)
(574) 82*****
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2019 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$32,192
Est. $437/mo
$2,030 Below market
RMV: $34,222
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $32,692 (16 Nov 2024)
Mileage 66,815 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
33 Days in market
Sedan
V8
Automatic
Audi Dallas
Dallas, TX
4.0
(Based 3828 Review)
(888) 31*****
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2020 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$42,950
Est. $583/mo
$2,304 Below market
RMV: $45,254
Price Drop, $25
Earlier Price: $42,975 (8 Nov 2024)
Mileage 36,355 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
39 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V8
Automatic
Auto Group of Louisville
Louisville, KY
4.0
(Based 128 Review)
(502) 99*****
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Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$50,312
Est. $683/mo
$3,278 Below market
RMV: $53,590
Price Rise, $1
Earlier Price: $50,311 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 39,705 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
30 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V8
Automatic
BMW of Sarasota
Sarasota, FL
4.0
(Based 3534 Review)
(941) 21*****
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2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$49,995
Est. $678/mo
$2,923 Below market
RMV: $52,918
Price Rise, $1,000
Earlier Price: $48,995 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 27,667 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
125 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V8
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Luxury Sport Auto
Tigard, OR
4.0
(Based 873 Review)
(503) 56*****
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2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$51,878
Est. $704/mo
$4,351 Below market
RMV: $56,229
Price Drop, $6
Earlier Price: $51,884 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 24,637 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
74 Days in market
WHITE
Sedan
V8
Automatic
Shottenkirk Toyota San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
4.0
(Based 4064 Review)
(210) 49*****
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2019 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$26,995
Est. $366/mo
$1,754 Below market
RMV: $28,749
Mileage 87,208 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
135 Days in market
Sedan
V8
Automatic
Best Auto NY
Floral Park, NY
(516) 701*****
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2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$54,593
Est. $741/mo
$2,441 Below market
RMV: $57,034
Price Drop, $597
Earlier Price: $55,190 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 17,311 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
49 Days in market
GRAY
Sedan
V8
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Beach Ford Lincoln
Myrtle Beach, SC
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2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$45,304
Est. $615/mo
$3,065 Below market
RMV: $48,369
Price Rise, $321
Earlier Price: $44,983 (16 Nov 2024)
Mileage 48,052 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
15 Days in market
GRAY
Sedan
V8
Automatic
Grapevine Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Grapevine, TX
4.0
(Based 2658 Review)
(817) 75*****
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About 2020 BMW M550i


4.0

Overall Rating

Come 2020, the BMW M550i, which is the M-spec variant of the 5-series federation, has been fitted with a V8 heart, making it all the way more powerful from ever.

There are cars that serve the purpose of a mere daily commuter. Then there are cars which have certain levels of passion backing them. Then comes the cars which you drive with a great deal of zest, and then finally, the cars which drive you. The BMW 5 Series has always been a guiding beam in the league of such cars. 

While the BMW 5 Series caters you with all the finer things of life, the M550i is an embodiment of what a flawless sports sedan should be like. Bridging the gap between the legendary M5 and the standard 5 Series Sedanthe 2020 BMW M550i has all that it takes to elevate the name of Bavarians further up a notch. 

Since the ride is available only in a single trim and a single drivetrain, we’d also single-handedly recommend you to go for this trim (as if we/you have any other option!). The M550i comes fitted with all the bells and whistles you’d expect from a ride of this range. However, there are a number of optional extras which you can equip on your M550i, but they do cost (a lot) extra.

Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$55,688
Est. $756/mo
$2,061 Below market
RMV: $57,749
Price Drop, $1,187
Earlier Price: $56,875 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 24,818 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
35 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V8
Automatic
BMW of Tucson
Tucson, AZ
4.0
(Based 2478 Review)
(520) 54*****
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2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$46,940
Est. $637/mo
$3,070 Below market
RMV: $50,010
Price Drop, $1,272
Earlier Price: $48,212 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 47,206 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
91 Days in market
BLUE
Sedan
V8
Automatic
Nissan of Sumter
Sumter, SC
4.0
(Based 1779 Review)
(803) 46*****
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2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$47,749
Est. $648/mo
$3,038 Below market
RMV: $50,787
Price Drop, $250
Earlier Price: $47,999 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 39,943 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
49 Days in market
GRAY
Sedan
V8
Automatic
Volkswagen of Streetsboro
Streetsboro, OH
4.0
(Based 2884 Review)
(330) 34*****
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2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$44,490
Est. $604/mo
$3,113 Below market
RMV: $47,603
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $45,490 (5 Oct 2024)
Mileage 43,655 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
112 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V8
Automatic
stream auto outlet
Valley Stream, NY
4.0
(Based 1525 Review)
(516) 49*****
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2019 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$35,900
Est. $487/mo
$1,297 Below market
RMV: $37,197
Mileage 40,987 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
40 Days in market
Sedan
V8
Automatic
Lotus of North Jersey
NJ,  0
4.0
(Based 55 Review)
(908) 680*****
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Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2021 BMW M550i

xDrive 4dr Sedan AWD (4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A)

$49,434
Est. $671/mo
$2,473 Below market
RMV: $51,907
Price Drop, $564
Earlier Price: $49,998 (18 Nov 2024)
Mileage 39,430 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
7 Days in market
BLACK
Sedan
V8
Automatic
BMW of Delray Beach
Delray Beach, FL
4.0
(Based 3049 Review)
(561) 49*****
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2020 BMW M550i Review


Pros

  • Tremendous power-generating V8
  • Quiet and comfortable interiors
  • Great cargo capacity

Cons

  • Bland styling
  • Some interior materials do not feel up to the class

Come 2020, the BMW M550i, which is the M-spec variant of the 5-series federation, has been fitted with a V8 heart, making it all the way more powerful from ever.

Overview


There are cars that serve the purpose of a mere daily commuter. Then there are cars which have certain levels of passion backing them. Then comes the cars which you drive with a great deal of zest, and then finally, the cars which drive you. The BMW 5 Series has always been a guiding beam in the league of such cars. 

While the BMW 5 Series caters you with all the finer things of life, the M550i is an embodiment of what a flawless sports sedan should be like. Bridging the gap between the legendary M5 and the standard 5 Series Sedanthe 2020 BMW M550i has all that it takes to elevate the name of Bavarians further up a notch. 

Pricing and Features
8.0/10


The BMW M550i has been placed on pedestals in a single trim. The ride comes only in an xDrive configuration, so you’ve been also exempted from the option of choosing the drivetrain for your ride. However, many of the trademark M Sport features such as the M Sport Steering Wheel, M Spec brake calipers, aerodynamic kit, etc. are offered as standard on the BMW M550i.

Trim

BMW M550i xDrive

MSRP (AWD)

$76,650

Key Features

Active kidney grille

 

Electronic throttle control

 

Adaptive M suspension with electronically controlled dampers

 

19-inch M double-spoke alloy wheels

 

16-speaker Harman Kardon surround sound system

 

Dynamic cruise control

We recommend:

Since the ride is available only in a single trim and a single drivetrain, we’d also single-handedly recommend you to go for this trim (as if we/you have any other option!). The M550i comes fitted with all the bells and whistles you’d expect from a ride of this range. However, there are a number of optional extras which you can equip on your M550i, but they do cost (a lot) extra. 

Engine and Performance
8.0/10


The BMW M550i is all suited up for the year 2020, carrying major changes underneath its hood. The 2020 BMW M550i receives an updated version of the 4.4L twin-turbocharged V8 engine under its hood. This powertrain upgrade enhances the car’s power production big-time. The V8 engine inside the 2020 BMW M550i magnifies the power figures to 523 horsepower, from the 456 hp in the 2019 BMW M550i. The 2020 BMW M550i torque figures also get baked up to 553 lb.-ft. from 480 lb.-ft. in 2019. 

Effortless, effective, efficient, these are the terms that give the account of the 2020 BMW M550i’s transmission in brief. The 8-speed sport automatic transmission found on the BMW M550i shifts impulsively and instinctively, utilizing those 553 ponies to the fullest.

Models

BMW M550i xDrive

Lexus LS 500

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 

Mercedes Benz AMG C63 S

MSRP

$76,650

$75,450

$74,245

$75,700

Engine

4.4L Twin-Turbo V8

3.5L Twin-Turbo V6

2.9L Twin-Turbo V6

4.0L Twin-Turbo V8

Drivetrain AWD RWD RWD RWD

Transmission

8-Speed Automatic

10-Speed Automatic

8-Speed Automatic

9-Speed Automatic

Power

553hp@5,500rpm

416hp@6,000rpm

505hp@6,500rpm 

503hp@5,500rpm

Torque

553lb-ft@1,800rpm

442lb-ft@1,600rpm

443lb-ft@2,500rpm

516lb-ft@1,750rpm

The 2020 BMW M550i is the ride that houses the biggest and the mightiest engine of the segment. The power figures for the M550i is also the greatest, followed up by the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio with 505 ponies. The Mercedes Benz C63 S makes a close chase with 503 hp and finally ranks the Lexus LS 500 which happens to be the only car in the segment which gets a below the 500 hp mark power figure. 

How fast is the BMW 550i?

The bump in power does the 2020 BMW M550i acceleration figures a great gratification as the 0-60 figure drops to 3.6 seconds, as compared to 3.9 seconds for the 2019 BMW M550i. The top speed for the 2020 BMW M550i is electronically capped at 130 mph. The motor is peppy, powerful, and there is not a hint of any turbo lag. 

The 2020 BMW M550i clocks the quarter of a mile lap in a span of 12.3 seconds, at a speed of 115 mph. The quarter-mile sprint figures ave also improved significantly over the 2019 model, as the current-gen of the BMW M550i packs much more grunt and punch than the preceding 

Model

BMW M550i xDrive

Lexus LS 500

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 

Mercedes Benz AMG C63 S

0-60 MPH

3.6 sec

5.3 sec

3.6 sec

3.7 sec

Quarter Mile

12.3 sec

13.8 sec

12.1 sec

11.9 sec

Top Speed 175 MPH 164 MPH 191 MPH 170 MPH(est)

Engine

4.4L Twin-Turbo V8

3.5L Twin-Turbo V6

2.9L Twin-Turbo V6

4.0L Twin-Turbo V8

The 4.4L V8 engine of the BMW M550i makes it one of the fastest cars in this segment to cover the 0-60 dash. The Alfa Rome Giulia has the same 0-60 figures as the Bimmer but outruns it in the quarter-mile fixture. Similar is the case with the Mercedes Benz AMG C63 S, with a 0-60 time of 3.7 seconds, and a quarter-mile figure of 11.9 seconds. The Lexus LS 500, posts a 0-60 acceleration time of 13.8 seconds, thus coming out as the slowest car of the lot. 

What about the braking performance of the BMW M550i?

All the 4 wheels of the BMW M550i carry the M Sport brakes that consist of ventilated disc brakes. The ride also gets dynamic brake control and cornering brake control with 4 wheel ABS as a standard highlight that can make the M550i depreciate from 60 mph to 0 in a distance of just 106 feet. 

The brake pedal feels firm and the M Sport brakes do a fine job in panic brake testings. The dynamic traction control and the dynamic stability control keep a check on fishtailing under hard braking and inspire confidence in dodgy conditions as well.

Model

BMW M550i xDrive

Lexus LS 500

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 

Mercedes Benz AMG C63 S

Brake Rotors Front

13.5"

14"

14.2"

15.4"

Brake Rotors Rear

13.5"

13.1"

13.8"

14.2"

Curb Weight

4456 lbs

4707 lbs

3806 lbs

3900 lbs

60-0 MPH

106 ft

110 ft

101 ft

104 ft

The BMW M550i though gets one of the smallest brake rotors in the comparison, yet does a fine halting job. However, the ride that posts absolutely stunning braking performance is the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio The ride can come to a standstill from 60 mph in a distance of just 101 ft. The Mercedes Benz AMG C63 S rakes in the second position with a stopping distance of 104 ft.

What about its driving dynamics?

The BMW 5 series has always been a zenith for perfectly balanced rides that have honed their performance perspectives without ever letting the comfort proportions down. Come 2020 the performance aspect has been further intensified with a V8 making its place behind those kidney grilles. This power-mill alteration has amplified the experience of driving an M550i even more.

The xDrive system works perfectly in tandem with the engine to generate the right balance between handling and performance. The double-wishbone multi-link aluminum front suspension and the integral-V multi-link aluminum rear suspension setup with electronically controlled dampers ensure that the Bimmer carves corners with authority. Speed bumps are well-taken care of and it is only at high speeds when you can really feel those bump impact transmit to the cabin. 

The 2020 BMW M550i feels planted and stable even at a speed of 200 mph, with minimum cabin noise and vibrations. The Bimmer accounts for an easy and calm drive even at this speed and feels super firm even during dynamic lane changes. The steering mounted shifting pedals take the fun factor up a notch as they are easy and intriguing to use. 

Also Read:

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Fuel Economy
7.0/10


The BMW M550i churns out 18 mpg in city spins and 25 mpg in highway cruising. Though not an absolutely amazing performer yet the figures seem somewhat satisfactory for a ride housing a V8. 

The BMW M550i has a fuel tank that can stow up to 18 gallons of that spirit, which is a respectable figure in this league. A fuel tank of 18 gallons and the mpg figures provide the ride a range of 324 miles in the city and 450 miles on the expressways. 

Model

BMW M550i xDrive

Lexus LS 500

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 

Mercedes Benz AMG C63 S

MPG (City)

18

19

17

18

MPG (Highway)

25

30

24

27

MPG (Combined)

20

23

20

21

Fuel Capacity

18.0 gallons

21.7 gallons

15.3 gallons

17.4 gallons

Range (City/Hwy/Combined)

324/450/360 miles

412/651/499 miles

260/367/306 miles

313/470/365 miles

Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15k mi/yr) N/A N/A N/A N/A

The 2020 BMW M550i’s mpg figures seem pretty competitive in the segment with most of the rides secreting around 20/21 miles per gallon only. However, the Lexus LS 500 offers a combined mpg figure of 23, accrediting to the small engine and low power production. 

Interior
8.5/10


Open the door and the 2020 BMW M550i’s interiors greet you with utmost warmth. Take a seat, close the door, and you’ll be applauded by a solid door closing sound, that automatically sets you in the mood of driving this hyper beast. 

One thing that we really liked is that the Bavarians have really worked on the build quality of their cars, and the 2020 BMW M550i is the perfect epitome for it. Most of the surfaces present inside the M550i feels great, looks great, yet some surfaces lack the plush vibe you’d expect from a ride of this price range. The seats are well-bolstered and stuffed with cushioning. The ride provides a classic sedan seating position, providing great front and rear visibility to you at all times. Moreover, the seats offer a variety of adjustments, accompanied by the steering column’s electronic tilt and reach adjusters, allows the drivers of all sizes find their sweet driving position. 

Model

BMW M550i xDrive

Lexus LS 500

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 

Mercedes Benz AMG C63 S

Seating Capacity

5

5

5

5

Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

38.8/58.7/41.4

37.3/58.8/41.0

37.6/56.1/42.4

37.1/55.3/41.7

Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

37.5/55.9/36.5

37.3/56.4/38.9

37.6/53.6/35.1

37.1/55.0/35.2

The BMW 550i provides decent space in all directions, making the front and rear occupants feel at ease at all times. However, what the ride lacks is the under-seat toe room, which can make the rear seat passengers a bit antsy. 

Does it come loaded with tech inside?

All the BMW 5 series equip a 10.2-inch high-resolution display, which can be controlled either by the touchscreen, or the BMW iDrive rotary knob or just by the voice commands (in case you are too lazy). The screen beams all the information in a horizontal layout, with crisp graphics and is super rapid at reactions. The 2020 550i offers Apple CarPlay free for a year, and after that, it is a subscription-based service, including a fee of $80/year. In case you were reading this account with hopes of finding Android Auto on the feature’s list, we are so sorry to disappoint you, as the Bavarians do not seem in any mood of doing this favor to us.

Some of the most prominent features of the 2020 BMW M550i’s infotainment panel are:

  • 16-speaker Harman Kardon surround sound system
  • HD Radio with “multicast” FM station reception
  • Sirius XM 
  • 10.25-inch high-resolution touchscreen infotainment display
  • 12.3-inch Live Cockpit Professional instrument cluster
  • iDrive touchpad controller
  • Navigation 
  • Bluetooth Support
  • 2 USB Ports

Creature comforts on offer in the BMW M550i

Performance cars are often associated with discomfort, but such is not the case with the 2020 BMW M550i. The ride comes put as a balanced mix of performance and comfort, and packs in several comfort features. Some of the most prominent 2020 BMW M550i comfort features are: 

  • Comfort Access keyless entry with multi-function remote control
  • Automatic climate control with separate left/right temperature and air distribution controls, with automatic air recirculation
  • Hands-free trunk-lid opening/closing
  • 2-way power glass moonroof with "one-touch" operation and power interior sunshade
  • Ground-illuminating lights in the exterior door handle
  • Universal garage-door opener
  • Power tilt/telescopic steering wheel with automatic tilt-up for easy entry and exit
  • Memory settings for seats; recently used climate-control temperature and air-distribution settings

What about utility?

With a superabundant trunk capacity in a long layout, the BMW M550i has got all your storage needs taken care of. The boot offers a space of 18.7 cu.ft. with all the seats in place. What furthers amps up space is the split-folding 40/20/40 that flat folds for when you need some more space in the cabin.

The ride also does a pretty decent job of providing storage slots inside the cabin. There are water bottle pockets present on all-doors, in the alignment of the gear lever, is a retractable lid that houses slots for wireless phone charging.

Model

BMW M550i xDrive

Lexus LS 500

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 

Mercedes Benz AMG C63 S

Cargo Capacity

18.7 cu.ft.

17.0 cu.ft.

13.0 cu.ft.

12.6 cu.ft.

The BMW M550i offers you the greatest cargo capacity among all the competitors. The Lexus LS 500 ranks second with 17.0 cu.ft. of trunk space. The Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrofoglio and the Mercedes Benz AMG C63 S rank last with 13.0 and 12.6 cu.ft. of space respectively. 

Also Read:

How spacious is the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio?

How good is the Lexus LS500 F Sport from the inside?

Exterior
6.6/10


The 2020 BMW M550i has the looks of a classic sedan that appear pretty humble, but that’s where it rolls-up its sleeves and simply demolishes the competition with that humongous power. The front of the ride is dominated by huge double kidney grilles that go through the headlights making the front look more combined and collected as compared to the previous generations 5 series, which had more of a divided front look. The LED headlights, which the BMW fondly calls the Select Beam stretches along the width of the front bonnet. 

Below those headlights are the air intakes, which have been expanded for the 2020 BMW M550i, considering the mammoth power generated inside that engine bay. The bottom bumper, which now sits even a bit lower appears stronger than before and is characterized by matte grey styling accents. 

Model

BMW M550i xDrive

Lexus LS 500

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 

Mercedes Benz AMG C63

Curb Weight

4456 lbs

4707 lbs

3806 lbs

3900 lbs

Length 

195.4"

206.1"

182.5"

187.3"

Width 

73.5"

74.8"

73.7"

72.4"

Height

57.8"

57.5"

56.1"

56.1"

Ground Clearance

5.5"

N/A

3.9"

3.6"

Wheelbase

117.1"

123.0"

111.0"

111.8"

The rear end of the M550i carries a typical Bimmer sedan profile with a subtle look, not catching too much of the road attention. On top of that trunk hood is a small integrated wing that enhances the aerodynamic capabilities for the ride. The 2020 M550i gets a quad-exhaust system and finally an xDrive badge. 

What are those eye-catching features?

Some of the most noteworthy exterior features for the 2020 BMW M550i are: 

  • 19" M Double-spoke wheels
  • Power-folding, heated side mirrors
  • Black Chrome exhaust tips
  • Aerodynamic kit
  • Cerium Gray accent finishers
  • Illuminated door-sill finishers with M550i designation
  • M Rear spoiler

Safety
9.0/10


Apart from the robust build quality, the German manufacturer has stuffed a lot of advanced safety features in the sedan that actively work together to ensure the safety of the occupants. Some of such features found in the M550i are:

  • Programmable LED Daytime Running Lights
  • Automatic high beams
  • Front and rear Head Protection System
  • Rear-view Camera
  • Driver's and passenger's front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with advanced technology: dual-threshold, dual-stage deployment; and front-passenger-seat sensors designed to prevent unnecessary airbag deployment
  • 4 wheel ABS
  • Dynamic Traction Control with brake Fade Compensation
  • Electro-mechanical Parking brake

Competition
7.0/10


BMW M550i vs. Lexus LS 500

We find the Lexus LS 500 as the most overpriced vehicle of this segment. Priced at $75,450 the Lexus LS 200 bears a 3.5L V6 which churns out the least power figures in this segment. The LS 500 is a laggy crawler among the hoard of these rapid sprinters, trying to make its way to the finishing line but is just too slow to get there. Apart from the performance factor, there are certain other aspects as well that give the BMW M550i a clear upper hand, such as the complex infotainment, and the rear seats which are just too adamant to fold down for the sake of supplementary cargo space.

BMW M550i vs. Alfa Rome Giulia Quadrifoglio

The Italians have always had their way of making fast cars and they are pretty good at it too. Just another specimen of this speed exoticism is the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio. The Giulia houses the smallest engine in this league, which is a 2.9L V6, fabricating 505 horses and 443 lb.-ft. Of torque. However, the catch here is, the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio is the fastest going car among all of its competitors, doing a 0-60 in just 3.6 seconds, and a quarter-mile lap in just 12.1 seconds. Moreover, the Italian Ecstacy sprinkled upon this ride’s body is sure to attract more eyeballs than the humble-looking M550i.

BMW M550i vs. Mercedes Benz AMG C63 S

The Three-pointed Star and the Bavarians have always had their fair share of rivalry, and the feud between BMW enthusiasts and Mercedes Knacks doesn’t seem to end anytime soon. Priced competitively, the BMW M550i and the Mercedes Benz AMG C63 S, carry the strife forward with similar performance figures. However, BMW takes an upper edge in the utilitarian aspect with the best in class cargo capacity and cabin roominess. Whereas, on the other hand, the Mercedes knocks the Bimmer out with its extravagant interior and striking styling. 

 

Final Verdict


If you are looking for a performance sedan that does all jobs well, from dropping kids to school to setting the expressways ablaze, the 2020 BMW M550i is the ideal value for your buck. BMW has done a splendid job in offering the customers the feel of driving an M5 but with the comfort levels similar to that of a standard 5 series. The M550i offers terrific handling, is built like a tank and is economical to live with on a daily basis.