M550d xDriveDiesel

BMW M550d xDrive

Dieselgrand tourerGENERATION G30, 2018

400 hp, 4,4 s 0-100 : among the 32 grand tourers 2016–2020, the M550d xDrive ranks 7th of 32 in 0–100 km/h, 9th of 32 in Top speed, 7th of 32 in Power-to-weight. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Power: 400 hp; 760 Nm
0 → 100 km/h: 4.4 s; VMax 250 km/h
Cons.: 6.6 L; /100 km
Tank: 66 L

Full specifications

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Architecture: 6 cyl.
Displacement: 2,993 cm³
Power: 400 hp
Couple: 760 Nm
Gearbox: Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique
Transmission: Integrale (AWD)

Consumption

Cons. WLTP: 6.6 L/100 km
Tank: 66 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h: 4,4 s
VMax: 250 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length: 4,962 mm
Wheelbase: 2,975 mm
Width: 1,868 mm
Height: 1,467 mm
Boot: 530 L
Kerb weight: 1,845 kg
Cd: 0.26
CO₂ WLTP: 173 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.

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Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

Among the 32 grand tourers, the M550d xDrive ranks (top 7 in segment) in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.

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Caralogy Verdict

Suitable for

Demanding drivers: 7th of 32 in 0–100 km/h (4.4 s), 9th of 32 in Top speed (250 km/h), 7th of 32 in Power-to-weight (217 hp/t). 7th of 32 in 0–100 km/h (4.4 s), 9th of 32 in Top speed (250 km/h), 7th of 32 in Power-to-weight (217 hp/t).

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 540d xDrive (1st with 250 km/h) takes the lead.

Acceleration: 4.4 s 0-100 (7th of 32 in 0–100 km/h)

In pure acceleration, the M550d xDrive ranks 7th of 32 in 0–100 km/h, 1.1 s off the reference BMW M5 Competition (3.3 s).

Top speed: 250 km/h (9th of 32 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.

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Chronos & accélération

0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.

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Where the M550d xDrive stands against grand tourers

Comparison across 32 grand tourers marketed between 2016–2020.

0–100 km/h7^e / 32

4,4 s

Min 5,4 s · BMW 640i Gran TurismoMax 3,3 s · BMW M5 Competition

Top speed9^e / 32

250 km/h

Min 250 km/h · BMW 640d xDrive Gran TurismoMax 250 km/h · BMW 540d xDrive

Power-to-weight7^e / 32

217 hp/t

Min 165 hp/t · BMW 640d xDrive Gran TurismoMax 335 hp/t · BMW M5 Competition

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

DieselAudi A6 Avant TDI quattro S tronic 220 kW299 hp · 5.3 s DieselAudi A6 Sedan TDI quattro S tronic 220 kW299 hp · 5.2 s DieselAudi A6 50 TDI quattro286 hp · 5.7 s DieselAudi A6 Avant204 hp · 7.0 s

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

DieselBMW 530d 286 hp286 hp · 5.6 s DieselBMW 530d 265 hp265 hp · 5.7 s DieselBMW 530d xDrive265 hp · 5.6 s HEVBMW 530d xDrive Touring286 hp · 5.6 s PHEVBMW 530e iPerformance252 hp · 6.2 s PHEVBMW 530e xDrive292 hp · 5.9 s

The full BMW 5 Series G30 range

Generation G30 launched in 2017. Available versions sorted by energy.

Other versions of the G30

HEV520d xDrive190 hp · 2021 HEV520d xDrive190 hp · 2021 PHEV530e292 hp · 2021 HEV530d286 hp · 2021 HEV530d xDrive286 hp · 2021 HEV540i xDrive333 hp · 2021

Popular duels involving the M550d xDrive

DieselAudi A6 Avant TDI quattro S tronic 220 kW vs M550d xDrive299 hp · 6.3 L DieselAudi A6 Sedan TDI quattro S tronic 220 kW vs M550d xDrive299 hp · 6.1 L DieselAudi A6 50 TDI quattro vs M550d xDrive286 hp · 6.3 L DieselAudi A6 Avant vs M550d xDrive204 hp · 5.9 L

Continue with the BMW M550d xDrive

The same car, from other angles.

Consumption
Consumption and annual running cost of the BMW M550d xDrive
2,224 €/yr · 15,000 km/yr
Motorway
Simulated motorway trip of the BMW M550d xDrive: stops and duration
Paris → Lyon non-stop · 4h12
Performance
Performance of the BMW M550d xDrive: 0-100 and lap times
0-100 in 4.5 s · 400 hp

BMW M550d xDrive: 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 M550d xDrive rank in its segment?

Among the 32 grand tourers 2016–2020, the M550d xDrive ranks 7th of 32 in 0–100 km/h (4.4 s, behind the BMW M5 Competition), 9th of 32 in Top speed (250 km/h, behind the BMW 540d xDrive), 7th of 32 in Power-to-weight (217 hp/t, behind the BMW M5 Competition).

How much does the M550d xDrive 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 M5 Competition instead?

The BMW M5 Competition leads in 0–100 km/h (3.3 s vs 4.4 s). The choice depends on your priorities: check the M550d xDrive vs BMW M5 Competition 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.