Among the 36 grand tourers 2018–2022, the 540i ranks 30th of 36 in 0–100 km/h (5.2 s, behind the Bmw M5 CS), 35th of 36 in Top speed (250 km/h, behind the Bmw M5 CS), 20th of 36 in Power-to-weight (198 hp/t, behind the Bmw M5 CS).
G30 · GENERATION 2020 → · GRAND TOURER
BMWICE
540i
333 hp, 5,2 s 0-100 : among the 36 grand tourers 2018–2022, the 540i ranks 30th of 36 in 0–100 km/h, 35th of 36 in Top speed, 20th of 36 in Power-to-weight, behind the only Bmw M5 CS. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
333hp
450 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
5.2s
VMax 250 km/h
Cons.
6.5L
/100 km
Tank
68L
Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW 540i
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
| Architecture | 6 cyl. |
| Displacement | 2,998 cm³ |
| Power | 333 hp |
| Couple | 450 Nm |
| Gearbox | Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique |
| Transmission | Propulsion |
Consumption
| Cons. WLTP | 6.5 L/100km |
| Tank | 68 L |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 5,2 s |
| VMax | 250 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,963 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm |
| Width | 1,868 mm |
| Height | 1,479 mm |
| Boot | 530 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,685 kg |
| Cd | 0.23 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 150 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 36 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
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Acceleration: 5.2 s 0-100 (30th of 36 in 0–100 km/h)
In pure acceleration, the 540i ranks 30th of 36 in 0–100 km/h, 2.2 s off the reference Bmw M5 CS (3.0 s).
Top speed: 250 km/h (35th of 36 in Top speed)
Top speed of 250 km/h. The segment reference reaches 305 km/h.
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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
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Voir la performance →Segment positioning
Where the 540i stands against grand tourers
Comparison across 36 grand tourers marketed between 2018–2022.
0–100 km/h30e / 36
5,2 s
Min 5,4 s · Bmw 640i Gran TurismoMax 3,0 s · Bmw M5 CS
Top speed35e / 36
250 km/h
Min 250 km/h · Bmw M550i xDriveMax 305 km/h · Bmw M5 CS
Power-to-weight20e / 36
198 hp/t
Min 165 hp/t · Bmw 640d xDrive Gran TurismoMax 348 hp/t · Bmw M5 CS
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
A6 Avant TFSI quattro S tronic 270 kW367 hp · 0-100 4.7 s
A6 Sedan TFSI quattro S tronic 270 kW367 hp · 0-100 4.7 s
S90 B5 AWD250 hp · 0-100 6.6 s
V90 B5 AWD250 hp · 0-100 6.7 s
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Model family
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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.
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Bmw M5 CS leads in 0–100 km/h (3.0 s vs 5.2 s). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 540i vs Bmw M5 CS 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.