Fuel consumption: BMW 530d xDrive Touring (MY2013 / F11)

Model (Code / Model Year): BMW 530d xDrive Touring (F11 / MY2013)

Engine: six-cylinder TwinPower-Turbo diesel engine (2993cm³)  - Engine code: N57D30ATransmission: 8-speed automatic transmissionPerformance: 258hp / 560nm0 to 100km/h: 6,2 secTop speed: 245km/h (152mp/h)Weight: 1.865kgFuel tank (US gallons): 70 liter (18,49 US gallons) Doing a fuel consumption test in a BMW 530d xDrive Touring (MY 2013 / F11). Aim of this test is not to give an exact specification of the fuel consumption of this car, but to show an approximation of the fuel consumption under real life circumstances.
In the video I did a test of the consumption at different speeds. Aim of this test is not to give an exact specification of the fuel consumption of this car, but to show an approximation of the fuel consumption under real life circumstances. As the result also depends on tyres, size of the rims, road condition, weather and equipment that may alter the exact weight of the car, your personal experience may differ from mine.

Video update: BMW 530d xDrive Touring (MY2013 / F11)

Model (Code / Model Year): BMW 530d xDrive Touring (F11 / MY2013)

Engine: six-cylinder TwinPower-Turbo diesel engine (2993cm³)  - Engine code: N57D30ATransmission: 8-speed automatic transmissionPerformance: 258hp / 560nm0 to 100km/h: 6,2 secTop speed: 245km/h (152mp/h)Weight: 1.865kgFuel tank (US gallons): 70 liter (18,49 US gallons)Production date: May 2013
Exterior colour: Black sapphire metallicUpholstery: Leather Dakota Veneto BeigeInterior trim: Black High-GlossWheels: 18x8J V-spoke style 328 alloy wheels

The BMW 530d Touring xDrive of the F10-generation is a luxury station wagon that offers a perfect blend of performance and functionality. This model is part of the 5-series range and is powered by a diesel engine that delivers a smooth and powerful driving experience.

Under the hood, the BMW 530d Touring xDrive is equipped with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder diesel engine that produces 258 horsepower and 560 Nm of torque. This engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and the car comes standard with all-wheel drive (xDrive) providing great traction and handling on any road conditions. The car can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 6.2 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph.

The exterior of the BMW 530d Touring xDrive is sleek and modern, with the traditional BMW design elements such as the kidney grille and the Hofmeister kink. The car sits on 18-inch alloy wheels and comes with LED headlights and taillights. The car has a spacious and elegant interior, with high-quality materials and a minimalist design. The car features BMW's latest infotainment system, with a large touchscreen display and plenty of connectivity options.

The BMW 530d Touring xDrive offers a comfortable and composed ride, with precise handling and a well-balanced chassis. The all-wheel drive (xDrive) system provides excellent traction and handling on any road conditions. The car also has a range of advanced safety features, including lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking, and a rearview camera.

The BMW 530d Touring xDrive also offers a spacious cargo area, perfect for long-distance trips or for carrying large cargo. Additionally, the car features automatic tailgate operation for easy access to the cargo area.

Overall, the BMW 530d Touring xDrive of the F10-generation is a perfect blend of luxury, performance, and functionality. It offers a powerful and fuel-efficient diesel engine, a spacious and elegant interior, and a comfortable and composed ride. This car is ideal for drivers who are looking for a luxury station wagon that can handle both daily commutes and long-distance drives.

Video update: BMW 530d xDrive LCI M Sport (MY2014 / F10)

Model (Code / Model Year): BMW 530d xDrive LCI (2014 / F10)

Engine: six-cylinder TwinPower-Turbo diesel engine (2993cm³)  Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmissionPerformance: 258hp / 560nm0 to 100km/h: 5,7 secTop speed: 250km/h (156mp/h)Weight: 1885kgFuel tank (US gallons): 70 liter (18,5 US gallons)Production date: February 2014
Exterior colour: Carbon Black metallic (416)Upholstery: Black Dakota leather (LCSW)Interior trim: Aluminium Hexagon interior trimWheels: 19" M Double-spoke style 351M alloy wheels

The BMW 530d xDrive LCI F10 is a luxury sedan that offers a perfect blend of performance and functionality. This model is part of the 5-series range and is powered by a diesel engine that delivers a smooth and powerful driving experience. The LCI version of the F10 is the latest version of the 5 series, which is known as the Life Cycle Impulse and it was introduced as a refresh of the model with some updates and new features.

Under the hood, the BMW 530d xDrive LCI F10 is equipped with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder diesel engine that produces 258 horsepower and 560 Nm of torque. This engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and the car comes standard with all-wheel drive (xDrive) providing great traction and handling on any road conditions. The car can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 5.7 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph.

The exterior of the BMW 530d xDrive LCI F10 has been updated with new design elements such as the new LED headlights, updated front and rear bumpers, new tail lights and new alloy wheel designs. The car sits on 18-inch alloy wheels and comes with LED headlights and taillights. The car has a spacious and elegant interior, with high-quality materials and a minimalist design. The car features BMW's latest infotainment system, with a large touchscreen display and plenty of connectivity options, and new features such as the latest version of iDrive, new leather upholstery, and new trim options.

The BMW 530d xDrive LCI F10 offers a comfortable and composed ride, with precise handling and a well-balanced chassis. The all-wheel drive (xDrive) system provides excellent traction and handling on any road conditions. The car also has a range of advanced safety features, including lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking, and a rearview camera.

The BMW 530d xDrive LCI F10 also offers a spacious and comfortable cabin, with plenty of legroom and headroom for all passengers. Additionally, the car features automatic tailgate operation for easy access to the trunk area.

Overall, the BMW 530d xDrive LCI F10 is a perfect blend of luxury, performance, and functionality. It offers a powerful and fuel-efficient diesel engine, a spacious and elegant interior, and a comfortable and composed ride. This car is ideal for drivers who are looking for a luxury sedan that can handle both daily commutes and long-distance drives. The LCI version of the F10 offers some new features and updates that make it a more desirable option than the previous version of the model.

Picture update: BMW 530d xDrive LCI M Sport

BMW introduced its current generation 5-series, known by the BMW-code "F10", in November 2009. Production commenced in January 2010 and the first F10s have been delivered to the dealerships in March of 2010. Compared to its predecessor (the E60 / 2003 - 2010) the new 5-series was 4cm longer while its wheelbase was 10cm longer. In April BMW introduced the 5-series Touring, known as the "F11". 
Just as the 5-series E60, the new 5-series is produced by the BMW factory in Dingolfing, Germany. Not completely true, the Long Wheel Base 5-series (F18) is produced in Shenyang China, due to the fact that this specific version is only available on the Chinese market.

In July 2013 BMW presented its 5-series LCI (Lifecycle Impulse), more commonly known as a "facelift". As already available on the 1- and 3-series, BMW now also introduced its BMW Lines in the 5-series range, both the Luxury Line and Modern Line. Another new feature are the Full HD Headlights (featured on this 530d), while the xenon headlights become a standard feature instead of an option. Also the rear lights have had a small update.
Some of the engines have been adapted, so that now all engines adhere to the EURO6-norm. New engine (types) include the BMW 518d and 520d xDrive. 

Model (Code / Model Year): BMW 530d xDrive LCI (2014 / F10)

Engine: six-cylinder TwinPower-Turbo diesel engine (2993cm³)   Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmission Performance: 258hp / 560nm 0 to 100km/h: 5,7 sec Top speed: 250km/h (156mp/h) Weight: 1885kg Fuel tank (US gallons): 70 liter (18,5 US gallons) Production date: February 2014
Exterior colour: Carbon Black metallic (416) Upholstery: Black Dakota leather (LCSW) Interior trim: Aluminium Hexagon interior trim Wheels: 19" M Double-spoke style 351M alloy wheels

Optional equipment on this specific BMW 530d xDrive LCI:

€54.680,00 BMW 530d xDrive LCI F10

Included in the M Sports package

€0,00 8-speed Sport automatic transmission (automatic gearbox is standard)

€5.200,00 M Sports package

€980,00 Carbon Black metallic
€1.300,00 19" M Double-spoke style 351M alloy wheels
€0,00 Aluminium Hexagon interior trim
€1290,00 Black Dakota leather
€0,00 Headlining, Anthracite
€0,00 Exterior trim, High-gloss Shadowline
€1.630,00 Comfort seats, front
€0,00 M Aerodynamics package
€0,00 M Steering Wheel

€3.300 Navigation package ConnectedDrive

€0,00 Remote Services
€0,00 Concierge services
€0,00 Real Time Traffic Information
€0,00 Navigation system - BMW Professional
€0,00 ConnectedDrive Services
€0,00 Enhanced Bluetooth telephone with USB & Voice control

€2.000,00 Innovation package II

€0,00 Driving Assistant
€1.390,00 Adaptive LED Headlights
€0,00 Black panel display, full
€0,00 Head-up display
€0,00 Speed limit display

€2.000,00 Comfort package

€0,00 Loudspeaker system - BMW Advanced (HiFi-Lautsprechersystem)
€470,00 Air conditioning, automatic with four-zone control
€0,00 Rear-view mirror, auto dimming
€0,00 Lumbar support, driver and front passenger
€0,00 Seat heating, front
€0,00 Ambient lighting
€0,00 Park Distance Control

€350,00 Active protection
€---,-- High-beam assistant
€380,00 Sunblind - rear windscreen, electric 
€590,00 Sunblinds for side and rear windows
€3.240,00 Adaptive Drive
€480,00 Alarm system
€790,00 Comfort access
€1.250,00 Electric Glass Sunroof
€50,00 Smokers package
€390,00 Split-folding rear seats
€380,00 Seat heating, rear
€100,00 Through-loading ski bag
€0,00 TeleServices
€0,00 BMW Emergency call
€0,00 LED Fog lights, front
€0,00 Headlights wash
€0,00 Floor mats, velour
€0,00 Apps
€390,00 Exterior mirrors - folding, auto dimming
€0,00 12v power sockets

Total price in Germany: €82.120,01*

*Prices are the German prices in September 2014

Carbon Black metallic with the blue tone in the sun

Full LED Headlights

19-inch style 351M alloy wheels

M Steering wheel

Navigation system Professional & front automatic air conditioning

Black Dakota leather & Comfort seats

Sport automatic transmission

Aluminium Hexagon interior trim

Dual zone automatic air conditioning in the rear, including seat heating

Some pro's and con's on the BMW 530d xDrive LCI M Sport:

Pro:

Good interior finish

Good HiFi system

Good grip on the steering wheel

Good engine with excellent performance

Excellent 8-speed Sport automatic gearbox + nice leather at the base of the gearshift lever (opposed to the plastic part with the standard automatic transmission)

Excellent Comfort seats

Excellent 3d navigation system

Excellent full HD Headlights and high-beam assist

Con:

Bad location of the cup holders, right in front of the airconditioning

Handling of the xDrive model is more neutral then of the rear-wheel drive model

Fuel consumption in combination with the xDrive is above average, about 0,5l ~ 1,0l / 100km more then the standard 530d 

The button to open the trunk is located in an incovenient place

Storage space for personal items is scarce

Steep price

More pictures of this BMW 530d xDrive LCI M Sport can be found here, please click and scroll down.

Other BMW 5-series F10 media:

• Pictures of a Space Grey Metallic BMW 525d xDrive can be found here.
• Pictures of a Titanium Silver Metallic BMW 520d Touring can be found here. 
• Pictures of an Alpine White BMW 520d can be found here.
• Pictures of a Sophisto Grey II Metallic BMW 530d xDrive can be found here.
• Pictures of an Imperial Blue Metallic BMW 520d Touring can be found here.
• Pictures of a Black Sapphire Metallic BMW 520d Touring can be found here.

Video update: BMW 530d xDrive F10

A short while ago, pictures of a BMW 530d xDrive had been posted. Today the attention turned its spotlight on the videos of this 2012 BMW 530d xDrive.

BMW 530d xDrive walkaround - Exterior and interior shots of the car

BMW 530d xDrive Fuel Consumption Test - testing the fuel consumption under real life conditions

 BMW 530d xDrive Acceleration - Acceleration test from 0km/h

 BMW 530d xDrive Flatout - Putting the pedal to the metal on the German Autobahn 

Picture update: BMW 530d xDrive F10

Last year BMW introduced its new BMW 5-series, the F10 for the sedan and the F11 for the wagon.

• Pictures of the a Titanium Silver Metallic BMW 520d Touring can be found here. 
• Pictures of an Alpine White BMW 520d can be found here.
• Pictures of a Sophisto Grey II Metallic BMW 530d xDrive can be found here.
• Pictures of an Imperial Blue Metallic BMW 520d Touring can be found here.

€54.700,00 BMW 530d xDrive F10

€980,00 Sophisto Grey II metallic
€900,00 18x8J V-spoke alloy styling 328
€2010,00 Oyster / Black Dakota leather
€530,00 Fineline anthracite wood trim

€0,00 8-speed automatic gearbox 

€380,00 Sunblind – rear windscreen, electric
€400,00 Air conditioning, automatic with extended features
€590,00 Sunblinds for side and rear windows

€3.660,00 Adaptive Drive
€0,00 Dynamic Drive
€1.300,00 Variable Damper Control
€280,00 Ambient Lighting
€0,00 Fahrerlebnisschalter incl. ECO PRO
€150,00 High-beam Assistant
€0,00 Floor mats, velour
€790,00 Comfort Access
€640,00 Soft close doors
€1.330,00 Electric glass Sunroof
€0,00 12v power sockets
€30,00 Smokers package
€1.550,00 Active Cruise Control with “Stop and Go” function

€520,00 Exterior trim, matt aluminium

€360,00 Lumbar support, driver and front pass.
€380,00 Seat heating, front
€100,00 Through-loading ski bag
€500,00 Split-folding rear seats
€2.260,00 Comfort seats, front

€150,00 Apps
€0,00 BMW Assist
€1.390,00 Head-Up display
€0,00 BMW Online
€150,00 Black panel display, full
€0,00 Internet
€100,00 Telephone USB audio interface
€3.800,00 Navigation system – Professional with bluetooth preperation
(€750,00 Bluetooth preperation "Business")
€320,00 Speed limit display
€410,00 Voice Control
€300,00 USB audio interface
€980,00 Loudspeaker system - Professional

€450,00 Adaptive Headlights
€340,00 Exterior mirrors – folding, auto dimming
€210,00 Rear-view mirror, auto dimming
€930,00 Xenon headlights
€270,00 Headlight wash
€810,00 Park Distance Control, front and rear

Total price in Germany: €82.370,-*

*Prices are the German prices in May 2011

Some pro's and con's on the BMW 530d xDrive sedan:

Pro:

• Good interior finish
• Good combination of the light leather with a dark lower area, keeping dirt from becoming visible
• Excellent stereo system
• Excellent comfort seats
• Excellent 3d navigation system
• Good handling
• Excellent acceleration even on a wet surface, due to the 4-wheel drive system “xDrive”
• Size of the sunroof

Con:

• Bad location of the cup holders, right in front of the airconditioning
• Somewhat high fuel consumption, caused by the 4-wheel drive system and high weight. A comparable Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro is somewhat more economical (0,5 to 1,0l/100km less consumption)
• Steep price
• The button to open the trunk is located in an incovenient place
• Storage space for personal items is scarce

More pictures of this BMW 530d xDrive can be found here, please scroll down.

Navigation Professional shows at what speed the traffic is moving in real time. Green is the normal situation, while yellow, orange and red indicates slower traffic up to a traffic jam.

The orange triangle on the left indicates any obstruction on the route that the satnav is programmed to follow. In this case only the two first messages are intented for us, while the ones with the grey traffic signs indicate obstructions NOT on our route.

Efficient Dynamics allows the driver to see the fuel consumption during the last 60 minutes. In this case the two bars above 15l / 100km are the result of driving in a traffic jam, while the others bars indicate driving at normal speeds on the highway.

BMWs Head Up Display in the current 5-series F10. On the left is the Speed Limit Info, then the current speed at which you are travelling. The orange car indicates that the Adaptive Cruise Control is switched on while the arrows on the right represent directions from the satnav (the kilometers is when the next turn needs to be made).

The onboard computer showing the range left for the remaining fuel, the red bar will gradually move to the left as the fuel diminishes.

Unfortunate location of the button for the trunk, below the dashboard.

Fuel consumption: BMW 530d xDrive & Mercedes Benz C220 CDI

As the fuel prices continue to rise, the fuel consumption of a car is becoming a more important part of the operating cost of a car. On an early morning drive to work, during a general rush hour, I tried to see what fuel consumption could be achieved by driving as economically as possible.

This includes accelerating modestly, not driving at speeds above 120km/h (75mp/h), trying to anticipate stops by letting the car roll instead of braking and using cruise control as much as possible. The onboard computer was set to 0 before departing, although the largest part of the trip was made on the highway (including several kilometers of traffic jam), the value in the pictures also displays the parts driving in the city center at the beginning and end of the trip.

Possible some drivers are able to still lower this consumption, when the traffic congestion (lots of stopping and accelerating again) is taken out of the equation, it is probable that it will further reduce consumption. On the other hand, the onboard computer usually displays a lower consumption then really took place, but still I hope that these pictures will give you an impression of the fuel consumption of these cars.

Mercedes Benz C220 CDI (170hp / MY2012 / 6-speed manual gearbox / diesel)

BMW 530d xDrive (258hp / MY2011 / 8-speed automatic gearbox/ diesel)

BMW 530d xDrive: the screen shows the fuel consumption during the last hour. On the left a small increase due to city driving can be seen. The extreme increase on the right was due to a traffic jam causing stop and go traffic.

Over a longer period (last time since resetting the onboard computer), the fuel consumption was 8,4l / 100km. Important, this was calculated over a longer trip as the one presented above, hence the difference.

Representing the "Eco-pro" mode, this screen shows the increase in range after having engaged the "Eco-pro" mode.

Previous Fuel Consumption reports: Audi A4 2.0 TDI / Audi A6 3.0 TDI / Mercedes Benz E220 CDI

Picture Update: BMW 530d xDrive F10

Last year BMW introduced its new BMW 5-series, the F10 for the sedan and the F11 for the wagon.

• Pictures of the a BMW 520d Touring can be found here. 
• Pictures of an alpine white BMW 520d can be found here.

€54.600,00 BMW 530d xDrive F10


€980,00 Sophisto Grey II metallic
€900,00 18x8J V-spoke alloy styling 328
€2010,00 Black Dakota leather
€530,00 Fineline anthracite wood trim


€0,00 8-speed automatic gearbox 


€380,00 Sunblind – rear windscreen, electric
€400,00 Air conditioning, automatic with extended features
€590,00 Sunblinds for side and rear windows


€3.660,00 Adaptive Drive
€0,00 Dynamic Drive
€1.300,00 Variable Damper Control
€280,00 Ambient Lighting
€150,00 High-beam Assistant
€0,00 Floor mats, velour
€790,00 Comfort Access
€420,00 Reversing Assist camera
€1.330,00 Electric glass Sunroof
€0,00 12v power sockets
€140,00 Sport Steering Wheel
€30,00 Smokers package
€1.550,00 Active Cruise Control with “Stop and Go” function


€520,00 Exterior trim, matt aluminium


€360,00 Lumbar support, driver and front pass.
€380,00 Seat heating, front
€100,00 Through-loading ski bag
€500,00 Split-folding rear seats
€2.260,00 Comfort seats, front


€150,00 Apps
€0,00 BMW Assist
€1.390,00 Head-Up display
€0,00 BMW Online
€150,00 Black panel display, full
€0,00 Internet
€100,00 Telephone USB audi interface
€3.800,00 Navigation system – Professional with bluetooth preperation
(€750,00 Bluetooth preperation "Business")
€320,00 Speed limit display
€410,00 Voice Control
€300,00 USB audio interface
€590,00 Loudspeaker system - BMW Business / HiFi


€450,00 Adaptive Headlights
€340,00 Exterior mirrors – folding, auto dimming
€210,00 Rear-view mirror, auto dimming
€620,00 Lange change warning system
€930,00 Xenon headlights
€270,00 Headlight wash
€810,00 Park Distance Control, front and rear




Total price in Germany: €82.400,-*


*Prices are the German prices in september 2011


Some pro's and con's on the BMW 530d xDrive sedan:


Pro:

• Good interior finish
• Good “HiFi” stereo system for a comparable low price (€590)
• Excellent comfort seats
• Excellent 3d navigation system
• Excellent handling
• Excellent acceleration even on a wet surface, due to the 4-wheel drive system “xDrive”

Con:

• Bad location of the cup holders, right in front of the airconditioning
• Somewhat high fuel consumption (9,7l / 100km), caused by the 4-wheel drive system and high weight
• Steep price

Pictures of this BMW 530d xDrive can be found here, please scroll down.