540i
340 hp, 5,1 s 0-100 : among the 31 grand tourers 2016–2020, the 540i ranks 22th of 31 in 0–100 km/h, 13th of 31 in Top speed, 8th of 31 in Power-to-weight. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
340hp
450 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
5.1s
VMax 250 km/h
Cons.
7.4L
/100 km
Tank
68L
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Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW 540i
Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.
Powertrain
| Architecture | Unknown · 6 cyl. |
| Displacement | 2,998 cm\u00b3 |
| Power | 340 hp |
| Couple | 450 Nm |
| Gearbox | Torque Converter 8 rapports Automatic |
| Transmission | RWD |
Consumption
| Cons. WLTP | 7,4 L/100km |
| Tank | 68 L |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 5,1 s |
| VMax | 250 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,936 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm |
| Width | 1,868 mm |
| Height | 1,479 mm |
| Boot | 530 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,595 kg |
| Cd | 0.25 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 168 g/km |
Caralogy Methodology
Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine
Among the 31 grand tourers, the 540i ranks (in the bottom third) in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.
Caralogy Analysis · tailored to this vehicle
Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
Demanding drivers: 8th of 31 in Power-to-weight (213 hp/t). 8th of 31 in Power-to-weight (213 hp/t).
Less suitable for
Frequent urban trips with stop-and-go. At 7,4 L/100 km on the combined cycle, consumption rises in the city without electric assistance. An HEV or PHEV would be more economical for this use profile.
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is 0–100 km/h, the Bmw M5 Competition (1st with 3.3 s) takes the lead. If the priority is Top speed, the Bmw 540i xDrive (1st with 250 km/h) takes the lead.
Acceleration: 5.1 s 0-100 (22th of 31 in 0–100 km/h)
In pure acceleration, the 540i ranks 22th of 31 in 0–100 km/h, 1.8 s off the reference Bmw M5 Competition (3.3 s).
Top speed: 250 km/h (13th of 31 in Top speed)
Top speed of 250 km/h. The segment reference reaches 250 km/h.
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 →Duel against a rival
Calibrated drag race, speed stages, comparative technical analysis.
Start a duel →Segment positioning
Where the 540i stands against grand tourers
Comparison across 31 grand tourers marketed between 2016–2020.
0–100 km/h
22eout of 31
Top speed
13eout of 31
Power-to-weight
8eout of 31
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
A6 Sedan TFSI quattro S tronic 270 kW
367 hp · 0-100 4.7 s
A6 Avant TFSI quattro S tronic 270 kW
367 hp · 0-100 4.7 s
A6 45 TFSI
245 hp · 0-100 6.4 s
A6 Sedan
204 hp · 0-100 8.2 s
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Frequently asked questions
BMW 540i: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
Among the 31 grand tourers 2016–2020, the 540i ranks 22th of 31 in 0–100 km/h (5.1 s, behind the Bmw M5 Competition), 13th of 31 in Top speed (250 km/h, behind the Bmw 540i xDrive), 8th of 31 in Power-to-weight (213 hp/t, behind the Bmw M5 Competition).
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Bmw M5 Competition leads in 0–100 km/h (3.3 s vs 5.1 s). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 540i vs Bmw M5 Competition 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.