Among the 18 grand tourers plug-in hybrid 2016–2020, the 530e iPerformance ranks 9th of 9 in Electric WLTP range (45 km, behind the Bmw 530e), 13th of 18 in Combined range (805 km, behind the Bmw 520d Touring), 3rd of 9 in Thermal cons. estimated (6.0 L/100, behind the Bmw 530e xDrive), 13th of 18 in 0–100 km/h (6.2 s, behind the Bmw 545e xDrive).
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530e iPerformance
252 hp, 45 km electric range, 6,2 s 0-100 : among the 18 grand tourers plug-in hybrid 2016–2020, the 530e iPerformance ranks 9th of 9 in Electric WLTP range, 13th of 18 in Combined range, 3rd of 9 in Thermal cons. estimated, 13th of 18 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
252hp
290 Nm · 113 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
6.2s
VMax 235 km/h
Total range
805km
of which 45 km elec
Battery + Tank
8.6kWh
+ 46 L tank
Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW 530e iPerformance
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
| Architecture | 4 cyl. |
| Displacement | 1,998 cm³ |
| Puissance électrique | 113 hp |
| Combined power | 252 hp |
| Couple | 290 Nm |
| Gearbox | Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique |
| Transmission | Propulsion |
Battery and charging
| Battery capacity | 8.6 kWh |
| Range WLTP | 45 km |
| Charge AC max | 3.7 kW |
| Conso élec WLTP | 19.1 kWh/100km |
| Petrol cons. WLTP | 2.3 L/100km |
| Conso thermique | 6.0 L/100km |
| Tank | 46 L |
| EV range motorway | 36 km |
| Total range motorway | 805 km |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 6,2 s |
| VMax | 235 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,936 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm |
| Width | 1,868 mm |
| Height | 1,483 mm |
| Boot | 410 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,770 kg |
| Cd | 0.26 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 52 g/km |
Caralogy Methodology
Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance
Among the 18 grand tourers plug-in hybrid, the 530e iPerformance combines two vehicles in one: an electric sedan for urban use (last in segment), a petrol tourer for long distances. Caralogy puts the 530e iPerformance through its paces: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis
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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
grand tourer plug-in hybrid among the best in segment: 3rd of 9 in Thermal cons. estimated (6.0 L/100).
Less suitable for
Regular long motorway trips. Beyond the 45 km EV range, the car runs on pure combustion. On trips >300 km weekly, a BEV or HEV would be more relevant.
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is Electric WLTP range, the Bmw 530e (1st with 62 km) takes the lead. If the priority is Combined range, the Bmw 520d Touring (1st with 1467 km) takes the lead.
In the city: 45 km pure electric (last in segment)
With a full battery, the 530e iPerformance drives in pure electric mode for the first 45 km WLTP — placing it 9th of 9 in Electric WLTP range, behind the Bmw 530e (62 km). In urban and peri-urban use, the 530e iPerformance behaves like a pure electric sedan in its segment.
Go beyond this analysis
Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.
Running cost for your profile
Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.
Launch simulator →Long-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a trip →Chronos & accélération
0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.
Voir la performance →Segment positioning
Where the 530e iPerformance stands against grand tourers plug-in hybrid
Comparison across 18 grand tourers plug-in hybrid marketed between 2016–2020.
Electric WLTP range9e / 9
45 km
Min 45 km · Bmw 530e iPerformanceMax 62 km · Bmw 530e
Combined range13e / 18
805 km
Min 708 km · Bmw 530e xDriveMax 1 467 km · Bmw 520d Touring
Thermal cons. estimated3e / 9
6.05 L/100
Min 7.05 L/100 · Bmw 530e xDriveMax 5.9 L/100 · Bmw 530e xDrive
0–100 km/h13e / 18
6,2 s
Min 8,3 s · Bmw 520i TouringMax 4,6 s · Bmw 545e xDrive
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A6 Sedan e-hybrid quattro S tronic 270 kW367 hp · 0-100 5.3 s
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Frequently asked questions
BMW 530e iPerformance: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
45 km WLTP announced — making it the 9th of 9 in autonomie du segment out of 9 models. The reference is the Bmw 530e (62 km).
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Bmw 530e leads in Electric WLTP range (62 km vs 45 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 530e iPerformance vs Bmw 530e duel for a detailed comparison.
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.