G30 · GENERATION 2021 · GRAND TOURER
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530e

292 hp, 51 km electric range, 6,1 s 0-100 : among the 15 grand tourers plug-in hybrid 2019–2023, the 530e ranks 9th of 15 in Electric WLTP range, 1st of 15 in Combined range, 1st of 15 in Thermal cons. estimated, 12th of 15 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Energy cost · estimate49015,000 km · UK mix · home UK £/kWhCustomise →

Power

292hp

420 Nm · 109 hp elec

0 → 100 km/h

6.1s

VMax 225 km/h

Total range

km

of which 51 km elec

Battery + Tank

11.2kWh

+ 46 L tank

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Full specifications BMW 530e

Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.

Powertrain

ArchitectureUnknown · 4 cyl.
Displacement1,998 cm\u00b3
Puissance électrique109 hp
Combined power292 hp
Couple420 Nm
GearboxTorque Converter 8 rapports Automatic
TransmissionRWD

Battery and charging

Battery capacity11.2 kWh
Range WLTP51 km
Petrol cons. WLTP1,9 L/100km
Conso thermique5,7 L/100km
Tank46 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h6,1 s
VMax225 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length4,963 mm
Wheelbase2,975 mm
Width1,868 mm
Height1,498 mm
Boot430 L
Kerb weight1,900 kg
Cd0.29
CO₂ WLTP43 g/km

Caralogy Methodology

Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).

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Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine

Among the 15 grand tourers plug-in hybrid, the 530e combines two vehicles in one: an electric sedan for urban use (mid-table), a petrol tourer for long distances. Caralogy puts the 530e through its paces: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.

Caralogy Analysis · tailored to this vehicle

Caralogy Verdict

Suitable for

grand tourer plug-in hybrid among the best in segment: 1st of 15 in Combined range (857 km), 1st of 15 in Thermal cons. estimated (5.7 L/100).

Less suitable for

Some metrics lag behind the segment. Check the rankings above to identify weak points.

Alternatives to consider

If the priority is Electric WLTP range, the Bmw 530e (1st with 62 km) takes the lead. If the priority is 0–100 km/h, the Bmw 545e xDrive (1st with 4.6 s) takes the lead.

In the city: 51 km pure electric ( (mid-table))

With a full battery, the 530e drives in pure electric mode for the first 51 km WLTP — placing it 9th of 15 in Electric WLTP range, behind the Bmw 530e (62 km). In urban and peri-urban use, the 530e behaves like a pure electric sedan in its segment.

Segment positioning

Where the 530e stands against grand tourers plug-in hybrid

Comparison across 15 grand tourers plug-in hybrid marketed between 2019–2023.

Electric WLTP range

9eout of 15

51 km
Min47 km · Bmw 545e xDrive
Max62 km · Bmw 530e

Combined range

1eout of 15

857 km
Min55 km · DS DS9 E-Tense 250
Max857 km · Bmw 530e

Thermal cons. estimated

1eout of 15

5.71 L/100
Min7.05 L/100 · Bmw 530e xDrive
Max5.71 L/100 · Bmw 530e

0–100 km/h

12eout of 15

6,1 s
Min8,2 s · DS DS9 E-Tense 250
Max4,6 s · Bmw 545e xDrive

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Cross-energy alternatives

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Model family

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Frequently asked questions

BMW 530e: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

Where does the 530e rank in its segment?#

Among the 15 grand tourers plug-in hybrid 2019–2023, the 530e ranks 9th of 15 in Electric WLTP range (51 km, behind the Bmw 530e), 1st of 15 in Combined range (857 km, behind the Bmw 530e), 1st of 15 in Thermal cons. estimated (5.7 L/100, behind the Bmw 530e), 12th of 15 in 0–100 km/h (6.1 s, behind the Bmw 545e xDrive).

What is the électrique range of the 530e?#

51 km WLTP announced — making it the 9th of 15 in autonomie du segment out of 15 models. The reference is the Bmw 530e (62 km).

How much does the 530e cost to run?#

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Why not a Bmw 530e instead?#

The Bmw 530e leads in Electric WLTP range (62 km vs 51 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 530e vs Bmw 530e duel for a detailed comparison.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?#

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.