G30 · GENERATION 2021 · GRAND TOURER
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M550i xDrive

530 hp, 3,8 s 0-100 : among the 15 grand tourers 2019–2023, the M550i xDrive ranks 7th of 15 in 0–100 km/h, 5th of 15 in Top speed, 7th of 15 in Power-to-weight. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Energy cost · estimate3,06015,000 km · UK mix · home 0,21 £/kWhConsumption →

Power

530hp

750 Nm

0 → 100 km/h

3.8s

VMax 250 km/h

Cons.

10.1L

/100 km

Tank

68L

Technical identity card

Full specifications BMW M550i xDrive

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

Powertrain

Architecture8 cyl.
Displacement4,395 cm³
Power530 hp
Couple750 Nm
GearboxConvertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique
TransmissionIntegrale (AWD)

Consumption

Cons. WLTP10.1 L/100km
Tank68 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h3,8 s
VMax250 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length4,972 mm
Wheelbase2,975 mm
Width1,868 mm
Height1,467 mm
Boot530 L
Kerb weight1,915 kg
Cd0.28
CO₂ WLTP233 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 15 grand tourers, the M550i xDrive ranks (mid-table) in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.

Caralogy Analysis

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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for

Demanding drivers: 5th of 15 in Top speed (250 km/h). 5th of 15 in Top speed (250 km/h).

Less suitable for

Frequent urban trips with stop-and-go. At 10,1 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 CS (1st with 3.0 s) takes the lead. If the priority is Top speed, the Audi RS6 Performance Avant (1st with 305 km/h) takes the lead.

Acceleration: 3.8 s 0-100 (7th of 15 in 0–100 km/h)

In pure acceleration, the M550i xDrive ranks 7th of 15 in 0–100 km/h, 0.8 s off the reference Bmw M5 CS (3.0 s).

Top speed: 250 km/h (5th of 15 in Top speed)

Top speed of 250 km/h. The segment reference reaches 305 km/h.

Segment positioning

Where the M550i xDrive stands against grand tourers

Comparison across 15 grand tourers marketed between 2019–2023.

0–100 km/h7e / 15
3,8 s
Min 5,2 s · Bmw 540iMax 3,0 s · Bmw M5 CS
Top speed5e / 15
250 km/h
Min 250 km/h · Bmw 540d xDriveMax 305 km/h · Audi RS6 Performance Avant
Power-to-weight7e / 15
277 hp/t
Min 184 hp/t · Bmw 540d xDriveMax 348 hp/t · Bmw M5 CS

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

Model family

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Frequently asked questions

BMW M550i xDrive: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

Among the 15 grand tourers 2019–2023, the M550i xDrive ranks 7th of 15 in 0–100 km/h (3.8 s, behind the Bmw M5 CS), 5th of 15 in Top speed (250 km/h, behind the Audi RS6 Performance Avant), 7th of 15 in Power-to-weight (277 hp/t, behind the Bmw M5 CS).

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 3.8 s). The choice depends on your priorities: check the M550i xDrive 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.