BMW 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
- 252 hp
- 290 Nm
- 0 → 100 km/h
- 6.2 s
- VMax 235 km/h
- Total range
- 805 km
- of which 45 km elec
- Battery + Tank
- 8.6 kWh
- + 46 L tank
Full specifications
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
- 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
- EV cons. WLTP
- 19.1 kWh/100 km
- Petrol cons. WLTP
- 2.3 L/100 km
- ICE consumption
- 6.0 L/100 km
- 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 methodologyManufacturer 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.
Tailored to this vehicle?
grand tourer plug-in hybrid among the best in segment: 3rd of 9 in Thermal cons. estimated (6.0 L/100).
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.
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 simulatorLong-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a tripTimes & acceleration
0-100, 0-200, speed curve, segment position.
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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.
Where does the 530e iPerformance rank in its segment?
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).
What is the électrique range of the 530e iPerformance?
45 km WLTP announced - making it the 9th of 9 in Electric WLTP range out of 9 models. The reference is the BMW 530e (62 km).
How much does the 530e iPerformance 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 45 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 530e iPerformance 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.