Used 2022 BMW 5 Series 540i for sale 

"If quiet luxury and handsome styling are high on your new-car priorities list, the BMW 5-series sedan could very well be the answer."- Caranddriver.com

The 2022 BMW 5 Series is available in two trims - 530i and 540i, the same as the 2021 model year, as there are no major changes in the trims. Prices for the base trim, the 530i with RWD, start from $54,200. There will a choice of the drivetrain which includes RWD as standard but one can opt for AWD or what BMW calls xDrive. Alongside these trims, a PHEV 530e model sedan is also on offer, for a base MSRP of $57,200 and an M550i trim is available for sale at a selling price of $76,800.

The 2022 BMW 5 Series has a similar set of optional packs as last year but gets some reduction in features. The Convenience Package no longer gets the Remote Engine Start, while the Premium Package misses out on Wireless Charging, Enhance USB, and Bluetooth. The Parking Assistance Package has also been given a miss for this year and so has been the Executive Package. WiFi Hotspot with a 3-month or 3GB trial has also been removed as an individual option.

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Smooth, powerful, and efficient, both the four-cylinder in the 530i and the six-cylinder in the 540i motivate this big sedan with authority- Caranddriver.com

The 2022 BMW 5 Series carries forward with the same powertrain as last year. The base model of the 2022 5 Series, which is the 530i, gets last year's 2.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder, that pushes out 248 hp and 257 lb-ft of torque. The 540i, on the other hand, comes with a 3.0L TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 that produces 335 hp rpm and 331 lb-ft of torque.

Regardless of the engine choice, the 2022 5 Series gets its power transferred from the engine to its wheels via an 8-speed Sport Automatic transmission which can be manually controlled with the help of the paddle shifters mounted on the steering wheel. As standard, the transmission will direct all the power to the RWD drivetrain. It will also come with the option of AWD, or the xDrive drivetrain.

With the standard 2.0L under the hood, the 5 Series can sprint from 0-60 mph in a mere 5.9 seconds, with the AWD system it does 0-60 in 5.8-seconds. The 540i on the other hand does the same task in 4.9 seconds, and that reduces to 4.6 seconds with AWD. The BMW 530i can do the standing quarter-mile in 13.8 seconds and will reach a top speed of 130 mph.

The Volvo S90 makes the most amount of power of 316 hp and the most amount of torque as well with 295 lb-ft of torque. Following this is the Audi A6 which makes 261 hp, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class which makes 255 hp, and lastly comes the BMW 5 series. However, in terms of performance, the Audi A6 is only one faster than the BMW by 0.1 seconds in the 0-60 sprint.

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"he base BMW 530i is more efficient than both the equivalent Mercedes E-Class and Audi A6- Carbuzz.com

Powered by the same powertrain as before, the 2022 BMW 530i offers familiar fuel economy figures of 25 mpg in the city while 33 mpg when on the highway and a combined of 28 mpg as last year. To add to the practicality, the 2022 BMW 5 Series will also continue with the same fuel capacity of 18 gallons as before. The larger 3.0L turbocharged engine found in the 540i trim will offer 25/32/27 mpg in the city/highway/combined, respectively.

When equipped with AWD, both trims fuel economy reduces by 2 mpg in the city and 1 mpg less on the highway and combined. The BMW 5 Series is the most fuel economy with a combined 28 mpg. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class stands second in line with a combined mileage of 26 mpg. The 2021 Audi A6 is the least fuel-efficient choice in the segment with a combined fuel efficiency of 24 mpg.

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Rich appointments and good design make the cockpit of the 5-series a civilized space- Caranddriver.com

The interior of the 2022 BMW 5 Series sees no change from last year in terms of design. All variants also come with heated 16-way power front sport seats; including 2-way power side bolsters, 4-way lumbar support, and a memory system for the driver's seat and steering wheel. Ventilation and massage and comfort seats will be optional features.

For added comfort dual-zone automatic climate control is standard. The new BMW 5 Series comes with the Perforated SensaTec upholstery with contrast stitching, which gives the BMW a more premium feel. Dakota Leather and Nappa leather will be available as optional extras. The BMW 5 Series will come with a 14.0 cu.ft. cargo capacity which can be expanded with the 40:20:40 split-folding rear seat. 

The 2022 BMW 5 Series is of similar dimensions to the competition, except in the back seat where it does come with a bit less, but offers the most trunk space. In terms of infotainment, the 5 series will continue to feature a 12.3-inch information display (touchscreen) that runs on the iDrive 7.0 interface. The system can also be controlled with the help of the rotary controller on the center console.

It also has the features of navigation with OTA updates, Bluetooth connectivity, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, SiriusXM radio with a 1-year subscription, and a 12-speaker HiFi sound system with a digital amplifier. There will also be the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster called the Live Cockpit Professional carried forward.

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The larger BMW kidney grille and L-shaped LED daytime running lights give the face a more imposing look than before- Carbuzz.com

Like the interiors, the exteriors of the 2022 BMW 5 Series continue with the same exterior styling as the 2021 model year. The 2022 5 series will continue to offer LED headlights with the L-shaped DRLs. Between the headlights is the famous kidney grille and below that the air intakes. The 2021 model had a new rear bumper and will continue to this model year.

Many other exterior features like speed-sensitive automatic rain-sensing wipers and heated and powered side mirrors are also offered as standard. The exterior of the car is completed with a set of 18-inch wheels with 19-inch and 20-inch wheels that will be available as optional extras. The 10 color options from 2021 will also carry forward to the 2022 model year.

In terms of dimensions, the 2022 BMW 5 Series is similar to the competition except for the 2021 Volvo S90 which is 4.3-inches longer in length and 3.4 inches longer in wheelbase. The S90 also has the highest ground clearance of the above with 5.9-inches, with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class offering 3.8-inches.

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All BMW 5 Series models come with expected safety systems like dynamic stability control, dynamic traction control, and ABS brakes- Carbuzz.com

When it comes to safety, the German automakers have always been ahead with the new 5 series getting the latest technology from the brand. Unfortunately, the NHTSA has not tested the BMW 5-series, but the IIHS has and has scored an overall "good" safety rating. For the 2022 5 Series model, there are the possibilities to include previously optional safety features to be made as now standard features.

The 2022 BMW 5 Series will come equipped with standard Driver Assist features like Lane Departure Warning with steering correction, Frontal collision and pedestrian warning with braking function, Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Rear Collision Preparation, Automatic High Beams, and Speed limit information all come as standard.

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 2022 BMW 5 Series vs 2021 Mercedes Benz E-Class

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class has been one of the biggest rivals to the 5 Series for a long time now. The E-Class offers a spacious cabin, with more headroom and shoulder room on offer for the rear seat passengers. The interiors of the E-Class feel a bit more opulent as well. However, when it comes to performance, acceleration, ride quality, and overall driving experience, the 5 Series makes up for lost ground. And add to that, the better gas mileage and you will find the 5 Series to be a bit better of a daily driver than the Merc.

2022 BMW 5 Series vs 2021 Audi A6

The 2021 Audi A6, which is available for sale at a base MSRP of $55,000, is one of the more affordable options in the mid-size luxury sedan segment. But despite this, the A6 is more spacious, offers AWD as standard, and is decently fast enough. However, the 5 Series edges out the Audi in terms of the perception and brand value that the 5 Series commands and the overall driving dynamics on offer.

2022 BMW 5 Series vs 2021 Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is another of the VFM offerings in the segment like the Audi. The S90 is spacious, comfortable, and offers a well-designed interior. However, this mid-size luxury sedan from Sweden cannot come close to the level of quality and refinement, especially in the interior that is on offer in the BMW 5 Series. The long-term reliability of the Volvo S90 is questionable, ever since it came under Chinese ownership. The Volvo S90 is also one of the fastest cars in terms of acceleration in the segment. Hence, if you are looking for exclusivity and performance, the Volvo S90 makes for a good choice. However, for everything else, the BMW 5 Series is still a better bet.

With prices starting at just $54,200, the 2022 BMW 5 Series is one of the most aspirational midsize sedans in the segment. This is due to the vast array of features and classy design and good performance from both engines it has on offer. As the 2022 model is mostly a carryover model, bar the possibility that it could get previously optional safety features as standard, we would recommend buying a 2021 model after the release of the 2022 model to save yourself money with the help of the discount that would be offered at that time.

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