2018 BMW 5 Series Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2018 BMW 5 Series lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
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| Fair Market Price | $17,250 | $17,350 | $17,900 | $18,200 | $20,900 | $22,800 | $25,000 | $25,300 | ||
| Fuel Economy | Comb 29 MPG | City 24/Hwy 34/Comb 27 MPG | Comb 28 MPG | City 23/Hwy 33/Comb 27 MPG | City 21/Hwy 30/Comb 24 MPG | City 20/Hwy 29/Comb 23 MPG | City 16/Hwy 25/Comb 19 MPG | City 26/Hwy 36/Comb 30 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Gas | Hybrid | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Diesel | ||
| Horsepower | 180 @ 4000 RPM | 248 @ 5200 RPM | 180 @ 4000 RPM | 248 @ 5200 RPM | 335 @ 5500 RPM | 335 @ 5500 RPM | 456 @ 5500 RPM | 261 @ 4000 RPM | ||
| 0 - 60 | 6 seconds | 6 seconds | 5.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds | N/A | 5.1 seconds | ||
| Dimensions | 194.6" L x 83.7" W x 58.2" H | 194.6" L x 83.7" W x 58.2" H | 194.6" L x 83.7" W x 58.2" H | 194.6" L x 83.7" W x 58.2" H | 194.6" L x 83.7" W x 58.2" H | 194.6" L x 83.7" W x 58.2" H | 195.4" L x 83.7" W x 57.8" H | 194.6" L x 83.7" W x 58.2" H | ||
| Curb Weight | 4,266 pounds | 3,746 pounds | 4,385 pounds | 3,878 pounds | 3,847 pounds | 4,019 pounds | 4,266 pounds | 4,209 pounds | ||
| Configurations | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | V | Inline | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Twin Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Twin Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | ||
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 6 |
| Blind-Spot Alert | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Collision Warning System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Emergency & Security Services | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Night Vision System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Pedestrian Detection System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Surround View Camera | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Remote Keyless Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Smartphone Interface | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Internet Access | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Voice Recognition System | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Real-Time Traffic Information | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Premium Radio | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Satellite Radio | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Remote Keyless Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Heated Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 255 @ 4000 RPM | 258 @ 5200 RPM | 255 @ 4000 RPM | 258 @ 5200 RPM | 332 @ 5500 RPM | 332 @ 5500 RPM | 480 @ 5500 RPM | 457 @ 4000 RPM | ||
| 0 to 60 | 6 seconds | 6 seconds | 5.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds | Not Available | 5.1 seconds | ||
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph | 130 mph |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Folding Rear Seat | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Not Available | Standard |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Outlet | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Rear Window Defroster | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Steering Wheel Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Cup Holder Count | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Headlights | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Not Available | Standard | ||
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Fog Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard | Not Available | ||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Premium | Premium | Premium | Premium | Premium | Premium | Premium | Diesel | ||
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Curb Weight | 4266 pounds | 3746 pounds | 4385 pounds | 3878 pounds | 3847 pounds | 4019 pounds | 4266 pounds | 4209 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 12.1 gallons | 18 gallons | 12.1 gallons | 18 gallons | 18 gallons | 18 gallons | 18 gallons | 17.4 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 38.8 inches | 38.8 inches | 38.8 inches | 38.8 inches | 38.8 inches | 38.8 inches | 38.8 inches | 38.8 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | 41.4 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.5 inches | 5.7 inches | 5.7 inches | 5.5 inches | 5.7 inches | 5.5 inches | 5.2 inches | 5.5 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 194.6 inches | 194.6 inches | 194.6 inches | 194.6 inches | 194.6 inches | 194.6 inches | 195.4 inches | 194.6 inches | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 58.7 inches | 58.7 inches | 58.7 inches | 58.7 inches | 58.7 inches | 58.7 inches | 58.7 inches | 58.7 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | Not Available | 39.5 feet | 40.2 feet | 40.1 feet | 39.5 feet | 40.1 feet | 40.2 feet | 40.1 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 117.1 inches | 117.1 inches | 117.1 inches | 117.1 inches | 117.1 inches | 117.1 inches | 117.1 inches | 117.1 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 83.7 inches | 83.7 inches | 83.7 inches | 83.7 inches | 83.7 inches | 83.7 inches | 83.7 inches | 83.7 inches |
FAQs
Is the BMW 5 Series fast?
The 2018 5 Series ranges in power from the 530e iPerformance Sedan 4D with 180 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 6 seconds to the M550i xDrive Sedan 4D with 456 horsepower.
Is the 2018 BMW 5 Series AWD?
Depends on the trim. 2018 5 Series trims with AWD are as follows: 530e xDrive iPerformance Sedan 4D, 530i xDrive Sedan 4D, 540i xDrive Sedan 4D, M550i xDrive Sedan 4D, 540d xDrive Sedan 4D. For a closer look at all 2018 5 Series features, specs and options, check out KBB.com.
Does the 2018 BMW 5 Series have remote start?
None of the 2018 5 Series trim levels offer remote start. For an exhuastive look at all 2018 BMW 5 Series specs, features and options, check out Kelley Blue Book's specs page.
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