Review: 2020 BMW 540i xDrive - Peak 5 Series?

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I review the 2020 BMW 540i xDrive, the last model year with BMW's signature angel-eye headlights. With its strong inline-6 turbo engine, snappy ZF 8-speed automatic and xDrive AWD it drives great, and with a luxurious interior that still had knobs and buttons at this point, it really is a high point in BMW 5 Series history. And now, just a few years later, these G30 5 Series can already be had for half of their sticker price like this one is and are a great value on the used market if you're looking for a luxury sporty sedan. What do you think about the 2020 BMW 5 Series? Thanks to Harrison Auto Sales for providing this 5 Series to review! This car is for sale and more info can be found here: www.harrisonautos.com/details...
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0:00 Exterior
1:35 Interior
6:45 Initial impressions
9:04 First acceleration
10:56 Handling
15:21 Fuel economy
15:49 Pricing and competitor comparisons
18:10 Final thoughts
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@johnpennington8324 6 месяцев назад

I have this exact car in white and it’s the best sedan I’ve ever owned. I get 28 mpg in a mix of highway and city driving. I’ve had zero issues and only changed oil and the battery. 65k miles and no squeaks or rattles and just as quick and fun to drive as the day I bought it. Underrated car for sure. Great review.

@asifuzzamansami4079 6 месяцев назад

Which year? I’m torn between this, 440i gc and m340i lol

@imdisturbeddd1625 5 месяцев назад

@@asifuzzamansami40795 series is more luxurious, comfortable, and spacious than a 440i or m340 but it lacks more driving feel. 440 feels more “sportier” and smaller while m340 is exactly that but more sport oriented and powerful. m340i is faster stock than both of the cars mentioned and has a slightly more reliable b58

@FABM27 4 месяца назад

How do you get 28 mpg? Crazy! My bmw 530i Touring only gives me 11kmpl

@Grimega 3 месяца назад

The engine is based on x30, x35, x50 diesel... real workhorse

@L0p3s Месяц назад

You’re American right? Because 28 mpg means around 8,4 l/100km in the US, but in the UK it means around 10,1 l/100km. In most European countries we use l/100km and the fact that there is two different gallons (3,785l and 4,545l) confuses me sometimes with the mpg figures. Best regards!

@dylanw890 9 месяцев назад

I agree with you. This a timeless modern classic. Although I think the M550i was perfection. Also love how Matt is filming the actual buttons and knobs as if they are an ancient relic.

@nintendoatarikiller 9 месяцев назад

I like these used car reviews. It shows how well an interior holds up over time with real owners

@pascutia 9 месяцев назад

B58 540i is definitely the pick of the litter. You can tune it if you want more power, but it already has plenty of power stock. 30+ mpg is easily possible with the B58. Such a versatile machine!

@nintendoatarikiller 9 месяцев назад

It's got the legendary B58. Silverback Jack approves

@bradleyscarreviews 9 месяцев назад

Good one! 🤣

@Bigwilliestyle322 9 месяцев назад

Beeeeeee58

@thetruckingcarguy 9 месяцев назад

I agree that this generation of BMW is going to age much better than their more current cars. This one feels more like an evolution than a complete redesign

@rauchmanufacturinginc.1641 9 месяцев назад

I have a 540i bought it used with 35k miles. I've had it 3 years. Such an all around great car! Good looking, comfortable, fast, easy to tune for more power if you wish. Although I'd love a M550i this offers superior gas mileage and reliability over that car and will make it past 100k miles without bankrupting me. I look forward to driving it every time I get in! Love this car! Great review!

@Liplip40 9 месяцев назад

Early ‘20s BMW 5 series and X5s are really good cruisers, super chill to drive and quick

@Therafester14 9 месяцев назад

Awesome review Matt. This is a good car for the money. It’s still mind blowing how aggressively these depreciated

@bigjay1970 9 месяцев назад

Because when they break instead of $150 for a part it's $850 for the same type of part. If not much more.

@realbeetlejuice 9 месяцев назад

Harrison Auto Sales should include a link to your video on each car you review that are still for sale. Why the heck not... it's a win-win.

@MattMaranMotoring 9 месяцев назад

Good idea, I'm not sure if their website can support videos, but I can talk with the owner and see.

@ClaytonYatescarenthusiast 9 месяцев назад

I have a 2020 m340i xdrive and have put 64k miles on it. Great car. Trans fluid, diffs, transfer case, brakes, oil, brake fluid and some other random maintenance is all we've done. One door handle broke. 550 to fix myself and complete nightmare. It's tuned, catless downpipe, and dinan carbon fiber intake. It'll run door to door roll race with a newer zl1 10 speed car. 11.1 at 124 mph haha on 91 octane b58 tu is a monster

@MattMaranMotoring 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing your ownership experience!

@Donarturo650 9 месяцев назад

Harrison auto so nostalgic 🥹

@2bunphettered788 9 месяцев назад

I like these used car reviews from local dealerships. 👍🏾

@MattMaranMotoring 9 месяцев назад

Thanks, glad you like them!

@nero8484 5 месяцев назад

Nice one!

@BernonCars 9 месяцев назад

Good review!

@MattMaranMotoring 9 месяцев назад

Thanks Bern!

@katiekennedy9214 9 месяцев назад

Beautiful ❤

@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan 9 месяцев назад

This is probably my favourite looking 5 series with this G30 generation. I love the LCI 5 series of this generation as well. Also, who doesn't love a good BMW inline 6 cylinder engine? I think the 540i is the best value in my opinion, because it's a good middle ground between the 530i and the M550i. The 530i with its 2.0l turbo 4 cylinder was a good amount of power for those who want the base engine, but the 540i with the 3.0L B58 turbo inline 6 was a good middle ground before moving to a V8 powered 5 series with the M550i and the M5. But you don't really need the V8 M550i and M5 when the inline 6 cylinder still gave you great power at 335 HP. Also yes to physical buttons in BMWs, because looking at all the screens in modern BMWs today, it's a bit too much. I love this older iDrive system where it's very user friendly, and it's still easy to learn when it comes to the overall interface.

@benpatana7664 9 месяцев назад

I reckon the dash panel on the 2020 540i did everything right in terms of user ergonomics - use of a touchscreen but with crtitical functions like HVAC still getting tactile physical controls. The choice of a control wheel or touchscreen to give flexibility. The modern trend seems to be to eliminate as many physical controls as possible but do people really want that??!!!

@raist315 9 месяцев назад

Now this was cool. My sister has the same car, same year, but in white. She loves it. I've never driven it, but I've been in it plenty, and it's an amazing road trip car.

@MattMaranMotoring 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing your experience man and I'm glad you liked the video!

@blar9606 2 месяца назад

Hey Matt - another great review. Back in 2019 I bought my Mustang Bullitt due to your reviews on that car. Havent regretted a second 😎. BUT, I’m also gerting older and it is time to change to something a little more comfortable. Could this be a good switch in your opinion🤔😀?

@makaw2006 9 месяцев назад

This is the most positive 540 review i have ever watched 😅 Im mostly leaning towards c43, and 440 but tbh 540 is around same price with better comfort and luxury.

@kwamz1872 8 месяцев назад

Lmk what you get I can’t decide either between M340i, 440i, M4 and 540i

@makaw2006 8 месяцев назад

@@kwamz1872 I am also in a similar position but worse also considering c43,e43 or e53🤣 I won't track my car, it will be family eco fun and cruiser so I eliminated M4,and m550 and all v8s. Also eliminated m340, expensive and 440 has raving reviews, also looks much better. So it's between more fun or more well rounded car for me (440 vs 540). Tbh I'd pick any which is cheaper or in better condition for minimum price.

@Rahbandzz 8 месяцев назад

@@makaw2006I’ll say a 540 in terms of fun and overall functionality, and it’s super low right now in the market. It would be a great buy

@cd4984 6 месяцев назад

All the Euro mags love the 540i. It is faster than the E43 and lighter.

@prashvv 7 месяцев назад

How is the noise inside? sounds a bit loud in your video. Thanks.

@05Forenza 9 месяцев назад

Any BMW with a 6 cylinder is a gem. The 4 cylinders are , ... fine. I've always liked the 5 series

@azmir8891 15 дней назад

Does the 2020 540i XDrive have staggered wheels ? Can anyone help me out ?

@automotiverhapsody 9 месяцев назад

Strong tune absolute sleeper

@livinglegacy8429 3 месяца назад

i seen this and your 2020 330 review. did you review the 2020 440i grand coupe?

@tonysfarks5070 8 месяцев назад

Why no review on the E 450 coupe plus you got the cle coming out next year

@ackoli 6 месяцев назад

WHY is the rev counter going the wrong way. I would bug me everytime I drove it

@lrnasigo1 4 месяца назад

I’m loving my 2020 but sometimes I wished I splurged a little for a 2021 or 2022. The 2024 model looks strange

@chiefearnest1450 4 месяца назад

2017 - 2020 are the best 5 Series

@basithph8958 9 месяцев назад

I think this is easily on the Top 3 best designs for the 5-series among the E28 and E34

@ryanb8736 2 месяца назад

Such a phenomenal car. Plus it can be tuned to over 500 hp easy. Plus it’s reliable.

@ramsescapalot Месяц назад

how much was this car in 2019 when it came out

@yaroslavgorislabe3551 9 месяцев назад

This is exactly the case when an old model is better than a new one in all respects.

@gregholman2930 9 месяцев назад

TY Matt for reviewing this classic beauty, it brings back fond memories of when I worked in the entertainment industry back in the '90s & early 2000s. Those Bimmers were among the funniest to drive in our fleet. However, when the X5 was introduced it stood out as far more superior to any of the BMW sedans even until this day. The only rival to the X5 was the Porsche Cayenne , please review these two when you get a chance please, God Bless!

@MattMaranMotoring 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching Greg! I'm definitely open to reviewing any interesting X5s and Cayennes that I can find. I did review an X5 a few years ago too if you're interested: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-1JaXbPzgiJo.html

@varsity2845 9 месяцев назад

I agree I was also in the adult entertainment industry we had a great time

@im_an_alvani 9 месяцев назад

Honestly think this is one of the last handsome BMWs. Really not a fan of the current design language. I bet these things scoot even more with a tune.

@johnsenuta1038 6 месяцев назад

I just picked up a 2020 540i CPO from BMW with 19,000 miles for $35k.

@Angryeddie14 9 месяцев назад

Personally would never buy a bmw that wasn’t an i8 lol, but this one looks really nice and classy!

@jlediddy 2 месяца назад

Have an E90 2010 535xi been a fun car. Love 540xi or m550xi I am torn between them.

@mike9588 9 месяцев назад

I know you haven’t driven an m340i but I think it’s ODD how used ones from the current Generation and used 540i’s from this generation are basically the same price with comparable miles on the used car market

@MattMaranMotoring 9 месяцев назад

My guess is that the M340i is more sought after so it keeps the prices up to the 540i levels, but I didn't realize that was the case. Seems like it would make the 540i even more appealing then.

@3kaczy 8 месяцев назад

Get that one 2020 touring. Manchester uk rocket car

@timothybracken1728 9 месяцев назад

always felt like bmw car interiors are so cheap, the plastic looks like something from fisher price

@cd4984 6 месяцев назад

This car doesn't have the M-Sport brakes or staggered M-Sport tire setup.

@thermalkid9383 4 месяца назад

Then you don’t know what Msport brakes look like 😂😂. wtf do u think larger (than base) brakes are?😂

@cd4984 3 месяца назад

@@thermalkid9383 I have a 540i with the M-Sport brakes. They are blue and have a big fat M logo on them. They are made by Brembo and TRW (rears). They are a standalone option in some markets and are the same as the brakes on the M550. The car in the video does not have them.

@thermalkid9383 3 месяца назад

@@cd4984 M- sport brakes on the G30 comes with non painted OR blue paint on the calipers. I suggest you go search the web to try to prove me wrong.

@carsaregood911 9 месяцев назад

E39 was peak 5 series, G30 definitely isn't the worst though

@MattMaranMotoring 9 месяцев назад

I agree, E39s are amazing.

@livinglegacy8429 3 месяца назад

F10

@64Spokes 9 месяцев назад

Before the shit grilles 🙏🏻

@k0edby22 2 месяца назад

No, peak 5 series is/was e39.

@untitled4841 9 месяцев назад

Dang it, someone already bought it!!!! Ugh

@samuellaber5701 9 месяцев назад

I’m the first thumbs up. Lol.

@MattMaranMotoring 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for the thumbs up!

@gustavocabrera9083 9 месяцев назад

Great video! Coincidentally I’ve been debating whether to get a 540i with the M package or an M550i. I’m concerned about the N63s reliability, although this would be the 2nd technical update. Pros and cons… 🥲