Building a Greener WA
As with the smaller 3 Series, BMW has offered a plug-in hybrid 5 Series for a decade in Australia, and this experience shows.
Arriving with the latest 5 Series’ facelift in 2020, the 530e PHEV employs essentially the same powertrain as its baby brother, but in a larger (and heavier) family-friendlier body.
| Engine: | 135kW/300Nm 2.0L in-line 4 turbo petrol |
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| Transmission/driving wheels: | 8-speed auto/rear |
| Motor: | 80kW/265Nm AC synchronous electric |
| Battery: | 12kWh lithium-ion |
| Total power/torque: | 215kW/420Nm |
| EV range: | 54km |
| Fuel: | 2.3L/100km |
| CO2: | 53g/km |
| Safety rating: | 5 stars |
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