I just got my 2021 540i, 33k miles, executive package for $42K with 2 years of CPO warranty left. Extremely happy even after test driving the 2024 540i, A6, E class. As a E39 owner, I couldn’t go elsewhere.
Thanks for stopping by. Yes this car is really amazing for what it is. It's a perfect blend of everything. Curious what they do with new 540i, but I am not sold on the new looks. Liking this older more classic 540i.
@@Ehtyu57 None. Drives like a dream. It's literally the only vehicle i have ever owned that I just enjoy being in every time I drive it. There is just something about this sedan, that even though it's meant to be a luxury car, you can feel the beast under the hood ready to do just about anything you ask it to. I've caught myself going well over 100mph on the open interstate without even realizing it because of how ridiculously smooth the ride is. And the crazy thing is, when you put it in Eco mode on the Highway, it will eat miles with no real loss of power and my MPG hit 38mpg driving about 3 1/2 hours through Texas.....I got to my destination and had well over 2/3 of a tank and had to stop and think, "did i get gas somewhere"...and i hadn't since i left. It was insane gas mileage in Eco at highway speeds of about 80mph.
Oh nice. Aventur Red looks really good. And yes this car has to have M Sport package. This is how BMW should look like. Non M-Sport looks very boring. Enjoy your 5 series. I will soon be getting new i5 and new gas powered 5 series to see how much different it is compare to 2023 model.
The 6-cylinder engine is great for the big US roads but in smaller ones like in Europe, the 4-cylinder 530i is more than enough. Plus 6-cylinders have more maintenance and running costs. Overall though it is indeed the best daily car with a combination of luxury, sportiness and family trips.
Thanks for the feedback. An interesting thing about 540i is that B58 is such a great legendary engine that it may even outlast B48, although I am not sure, but the work/engineering they put in it is amazing, and even other manufacturers like Toyota using them. Also what amazes me with B58 is fuel efficiency of 6 cylinder is nearly identical of 4 cylinder but the thrills you get from the 6 cylinder engine shows the real character of BMW. Like if you drive 4 cylinder and 6 cylinder back to back you will realize 6 cylinder is what All BMWs should be as it makes a car so much more alive. 4 cylinder feels like a Lexus was put into BMW's body. Anyway with gas prices especially in Europe it seems we all need some hybrid, plugin hybrid solution.
I had this same car as a loaner for a few days. MY GOD! It was a beauty. I fell in love with this car the moment I started it up and drove it on the freeway. BMW for some reason since 2020 has been making cars with really bad and faulty sun roofs. They creak and rattle. I recently got rid of my 2020 330i because of that same reason. After taking it around 25 times to the dealer and they were unable to permanently fix the issue, I hired a lemon law attorney and BMW bought my 330i back. I havent heard of any issues with this new 5 series and when I had this loaner I did not see any issues with it at all what so ever.
Oh wow. Nice to see someone getting the same car. Yes 540i pleasantly surprised me with it's comfort, fuel efficiency, still being quite agile and still having M Sport trim. They've done good job on suspension. Also it's interesting you mentioned about sunroof rattle. I am about to take my X3 M40i I believe for the 3rd time for the same rattling issue. So looks like it's pretty common.
Thanks for stopping by. I didn't have a chance to make MPG video with 540i in the city. But B58 in 540i was a lot smoother and more fuel efficient, like significantly noticeable compare to my X3 M40i. I wonder how it is in the new 2024 540i with 375HP. I will however soon make MPG video in my X3 M40i. Stay tuned and subscribe!
I would prefer a little more engine noise too. I owned the F10 550i M Sport and now own the G30 540i M Sport with 20s. I was reluctant at first because I knew I was losing power and driving dynamics. Once I accepted that the 540i was intended to be more comfort than sport, I stopped being as critical. It’s not the intimidating 4.4 V8 boss but the B58 is a great engine and “adequate” for the 540i.
Oh I can imagine how powerful and fruitful 550i is. In my X3 M40i i drive in Sport mode sometimes just to hear louder engine noise not even pushing the car. But 550i would sound much more potent. As for 540i I was quite impressed with the level of comfort for the M Sport model on run-flats and getting a fuel economy of a 4 cylinder engine. That is BMW craft. So curious what they will do with 2024 model. Will they add more power?
I had a two F10 550's and the engine noise was no different than the inline 6. However, the V8 sure was nice with its torque. However, the 6 and 4 cylinders are significantly better for long term reliability.
I will agree, but yet, it still feels perfectly powerful enough. I've stepped on the gas a few times in my 540i and pinned myself to the back of the seat so there is still plenty of power there. The 0-60 is more than respectable, especially for a luxury sedan.
@@trith72 Oh yes, it packs a nice punch and will push you back into your seat for sure. It is a very understated car and surprises other motorists when you have a little fun with it.
I bought this car half a year ago, the problem that I have with this car is the suspension is a bit too soft, plus nothing you can hear from the exhaust, apart from that, this car is perfect
I hear you. So it's like you have BMW but you are missing the trills of BMW character which is loud B58 engine and sporty suspension. Well 540i is like a middle ground for sport and comfort. For some BMW 3 series is too firm and 7 series is too boring. Maybe you needed M550i. Or what I have which is a crossover - X3 M40i - it is louder, faster and firmer :) Well, I personally really liked 540i M Sport. I think it's a car that will cater to the whole family.
Agree. Even in the sportiness setting it does not give me what my 550 delivered; even though occasionally I felt like the 550 was too “well mannered.” Until get to the M cars BMW seems to prioritize ; as @100miledrive pointed out, the 540 is intended to be in the “middle of the road” so to speak.
When BMW says the car has 335 horsepower, it makes close to that much at the wheels. Real crank horsepower is 380+. This car is plenty fast for a luxury sedan.
Yep, BMW really downplays it's numbers, there are many videos about that. B58 engine in this 5 series is absolutely amazing. Very decent power and 4 cylinder like fuel efficiency. I would just add some exhaust notes.
Thanks for the comment. Yes you are correct it's the same B58. I basically meant to say what is current out there in terms of power versus their previous tune, otherwise it's the same exact B58 engine which I love so much.
Partially true. The older B58s have a a 6 port exhaust manifold while the newer ones have an integrated 2 port manifold. Also the newer gen B58TU has a proper HPFP where as the first gen ones need an upgrade for tuning. There are definitely mechanical differences between the two variants.
I am not quite sure what the manifold design has to do with the original statement that the newer B58 has more power than the older variant. In fact, latest variant B58B30M2 has less power (375 HP) than the older B58B30O1 (382 HP). It really is just a matter of what car model get a particular variant. Correlation between newer vs older and more power vs less power original comment in the video is nonsense.
@@Van-dh5ry You stated the advertised power numbers didn't correlate with the age of the B58. That's not true. The first Gen B58s advertised 335, second gen "TU" variants had 385. The newest B58 with the mild hybrid advertises 375. This is all easily available information.
I am not even sure what you are arguing at this point. Please read my comment above again. I literally wrote the newer variant that has less power than the older one.
Yep, in my opinion one of the best BMWs in terms of comfort and Sport blended together. I am just not a fan of the looks of the 5 series. Looks kind of aged.
Yes, B58 is fantastic. And in 540i it is so efficient that I couldn't believe the MPG figures especially on the highway. In my X3 M40i it is efficient but probably because it's more powerful it is more thirsty.
U talk alot about the 340i , i want to buy either the 340 or 540 but problem is im 6’2 so the 5 is def more comfortable for me yet i know ill enjoy driving the 340i more. Can you help decide its really hard to decide
Yep, I see your point. 340i is such an engaging car. Here is the thing: in the world of 5 series 340i would be 550i which is V8 and that would be a more engaging car but it costs so much more. I just checked BMW's website and saw new 2024 BMW 540i XDrive with bump in horsepower just like X5 - 375hp. 0-60 rated at 4.4 seconds just like my X3 M40i, so it is for sure quicker than previous gen. With M Sport package (M sport suspension) it might be a more engaging car than previous gen 5 series. Very curious to try it out. Otherwise if you want previous gen personally I would get 540i over 340i, but XDrive - I loved the comfort in that car, but yet it still has fairly good handling. I know it's not as exciting as 3 series but I would pick 5 series, but that is just me. I think 340i is a lot more fun car to drive if you want more engaging driving. I am also 6'2 and recently made a video on 330i. I didn't struggle with height, it's just not as spacious.
You are having to choose between comfort and driving dynamics. The 340 has an edge in the performance category but personally it is a bit too “small” for me even though I’m not 6’2. For me, it was challenging enough coming from a 550 to a 540. I could not lose space, driving dynamics, and power (albeit negligible) simultaneously. My work also requires me to spend a lot of time driving in traffic, so comfort and space were higher priorities. The B58 is in a lot of BMWs and performs exceptionally well across the line up. What is more important to you, space & comfort or sportier driving?
How would you rate this car compared to your x3m40? I am in between these two cars, I want the maximum seat comfort with best handling and steering around the corners.
Hi there. Both cars are very different in terms of how they feel. My X3 M40i feels taller, more aggressive and more dramatic in terms of engine noise. It has quite commanding drive experience. But seats are firm, suspension is also on the firmer side (you may consider X5 for more comfort). You can watch my latest video where I talk about 3 main issues about X3 M40i. As for 540i I personally think this is one of the best BMWs made. It has enough sport, quite comfy seats, very good balance in suspension even for M Sport trim and it's super fuel efficient. Basically if you don't need a crossover then I think 540i is a win/win. Just decide on Rear-wheel drive or XDrive. If you want to drive a bit more aggressively then I recommend XDrive as I did notice some occasional wheel slips in faster accelerations especially when surface is not very good. Also 540i calmer and feels more refined. Well it's a more expensive car overall than X3 M40i. I think X3 M40i will cater to anyone who prefers more sport over comfort. Then it's a fantastic car.
Thanks for your input. I am trying not to do super fast launches and 0-60 stuff, at least not just yet on my channel. What I am doing is more of an extended test drive that people should be doing before buying a car. For acceleration I try to convey what it overall feels in real world driving. But who knows I might do smth like this in the future if I find the right place for it.
Yep yep. Agree. BMW 5 series is a sweet spot. Well they kind of tell us to get 550i for more power but that is another price tier and fuel efficiency is not the same. I was literally shocked to see how efficient B58 in 540i was. Well new 2024 5 series is out. I only see 530i on the website and that hasn't changed in terms of the power figures. Hoping to see more powerful engine in 540i or whatever they are going to call it.
@@100miledrive My car has been in the shop for the last two days and the 540i is the loaner car they gave me.... im quickly falling in love and about to sell some stuff to get one lmoooo no other performance daily driver feels this good on the road
@@qhughes4555 ha ha. This is exactly what kind of happened to us. We gave our X3 m40i for some sun roof rattle issue and got 540i loaner for few days. We loved it so much that I decided to make a video. All 2023 models should be on sale now, at least should be able to negotiate better.
Yup. So disappointing that BMW has a 382hp B58 from the M340i and X3 but for some reason they didn’t put it in the $70k 540! There would still be plenty of difference between a 382 hp 540i and 523hp M550. I really wish they had built a full M Performance 540i model which in my mind would be the 540i M sport package with the 382 hp engine plus dynamic handling, M brakes, lsport seats, extended shadowline, carbon interior trim, a sport exhaust and some unique wheels. Priced between a base 540i and M550i this would have been a great model.
Don't get fooled, this is a 2021 BMW 540i LCI. This is NOT the brand new 2023 BMW 5-series. But you can be lucky because the new model is ugly and currently only the low-tier 4 cylinder engines are available.
Let's see how it actually looks in person. I am also not a fan of new BMW's design language. I hope they realize this one day. So many people are not buying BMWs simply for their looks, that is sad truth.
@@100miledrive You are absolutely right, you need to see it in person. I did and I do not like it at all. Those large black-ish plastic "bumpers" in the front are a real problem for me. I also don't like the interior, the dashboard and all the few remaining knobs. The BMW you reviewed in the video is the last good design.
@@an3k i completely understand where you are coming from. I did make some reels on my channel discussing how I dislike new BMWs design language. Well, for some reason BMW doesn’t care or they hope we will eventually like it, not sure.
I just got my 2021 540i, 33k miles, executive package for $42K with 2 years of CPO warranty left. Extremely happy even after test driving the 2024 540i, A6, E class. As a E39 owner, I couldn’t go elsewhere.
Nice, congrats! This 540i is very special. I am very impressed with it’s fuel efficiency, comfort level and performance all in one package
What state did you get it from?
@@vincentr410North Carolina, I think MSRP was $71k so it had some other packages as well
Greatest Sedan I have ever owned. I've owned MB, Lexus, Genesis, none of them were the complete package that the 2023 540i is.
Thanks for stopping by. Yes this car is really amazing for what it is. It's a perfect blend of everything. Curious what they do with new 540i, but I am not sold on the new looks. Liking this older more classic 540i.
Hey man, any reliability issues so far?
@@Ehtyu57the b58 engine in the 540i and 340i or in the general 40i models in bmw is the most reliable engine bmw make
@@iamahmedmunir so i heard, but everyone has a different experience. What do you think about the m550i engines liability
@@Ehtyu57 None. Drives like a dream. It's literally the only vehicle i have ever owned that I just enjoy being in every time I drive it. There is just something about this sedan, that even though it's meant to be a luxury car, you can feel the beast under the hood ready to do just about anything you ask it to. I've caught myself going well over 100mph on the open interstate without even realizing it because of how ridiculously smooth the ride is. And the crazy thing is, when you put it in Eco mode on the Highway, it will eat miles with no real loss of power and my MPG hit 38mpg driving about 3 1/2 hours through Texas.....I got to my destination and had well over 2/3 of a tank and had to stop and think, "did i get gas somewhere"...and i hadn't since i left. It was insane gas mileage in Eco at highway speeds of about 80mph.
Love to drive this car! It feels very safe, soft but fun at the same time!
Thanks for the feedback. Yes it is very comfy ride and at the same time with BMW DNA, meaning it is very confident in everything it does
I got 2023 540 m package with Aventur Red !!! Love it
Oh nice. Aventur Red looks really good. And yes this car has to have M Sport package. This is how BMW should look like. Non M-Sport looks very boring. Enjoy your 5 series. I will soon be getting new i5 and new gas powered 5 series to see how much different it is compare to 2023 model.
I have 2017 540i with m performance fully loaded and love it great car
Nice. Yeah they are pretty amazing. Very well balanced.
The 6-cylinder engine is great for the big US roads but in smaller ones like in Europe, the 4-cylinder 530i is more than enough.
Plus 6-cylinders have more maintenance and running costs.
Overall though it is indeed the best daily car with a combination of luxury, sportiness and family trips.
Thanks for the feedback. An interesting thing about 540i is that B58 is such a great legendary engine that it may even outlast B48, although I am not sure, but the work/engineering they put in it is amazing, and even other manufacturers like Toyota using them. Also what amazes me with B58 is fuel efficiency of 6 cylinder is nearly identical of 4 cylinder but the thrills you get from the 6 cylinder engine shows the real character of BMW. Like if you drive 4 cylinder and 6 cylinder back to back you will realize 6 cylinder is what All BMWs should be as it makes a car so much more alive. 4 cylinder feels like a Lexus was put into BMW's body. Anyway with gas prices especially in Europe it seems we all need some hybrid, plugin hybrid solution.
I had this same car as a loaner for a few days. MY GOD! It was a beauty. I fell in love with this car the moment I started it up and drove it on the freeway. BMW for some reason since 2020 has been making cars with really bad and faulty sun roofs. They creak and rattle. I recently got rid of my 2020 330i because of that same reason. After taking it around 25 times to the dealer and they were unable to permanently fix the issue, I hired a lemon law attorney and BMW bought my 330i back. I havent heard of any issues with this new 5 series and when I had this loaner I did not see any issues with it at all what so ever.
Oh wow. Nice to see someone getting the same car. Yes 540i pleasantly surprised me with it's comfort, fuel efficiency, still being quite agile and still having M Sport trim. They've done good job on suspension.
Also it's interesting you mentioned about sunroof rattle. I am about to take my X3 M40i I believe for the 3rd time for the same rattling issue. So looks like it's pretty common.
Thanks for the review! Could you pls advise what was the fuel consumption in the city driving scenario and compared to your X3m40i?
Thanks for stopping by. I didn't have a chance to make MPG video with 540i in the city. But B58 in 540i was a lot smoother and more fuel efficient, like significantly noticeable compare to my X3 M40i. I wonder how it is in the new 2024 540i with 375HP. I will however soon make MPG video in my X3 M40i. Stay tuned and subscribe!
I would prefer a little more engine noise too. I owned the F10 550i M Sport and now own the G30 540i M Sport with 20s. I was reluctant at first because I knew I was losing power and driving dynamics. Once I accepted that the 540i was intended to be more comfort than sport, I stopped being as critical. It’s not the intimidating 4.4 V8 boss but the B58 is a great engine and “adequate” for the 540i.
Oh I can imagine how powerful and fruitful 550i is. In my X3 M40i i drive in Sport mode sometimes just to hear louder engine noise not even pushing the car. But 550i would sound much more potent.
As for 540i I was quite impressed with the level of comfort for the M Sport model on run-flats and getting a fuel economy of a 4 cylinder engine. That is BMW craft. So curious what they will do with 2024 model. Will they add more power?
@@100miledrive Yes, more power is definitely what I’m expecting!
I had a two F10 550's and the engine noise was no different than the inline 6. However, the V8 sure was nice with its torque. However, the 6 and 4 cylinders are significantly better for long term reliability.
I will agree, but yet, it still feels perfectly powerful enough. I've stepped on the gas a few times in my 540i and pinned myself to the back of the seat so there is still plenty of power there. The 0-60 is more than respectable, especially for a luxury sedan.
@@trith72 Oh yes, it packs a nice punch and will push you back into your seat for sure. It is a very understated car and surprises other motorists when you have a little fun with it.
I bought this car half a year ago, the problem that I have with this car is the suspension is a bit too soft, plus nothing you can hear from the exhaust, apart from that, this car is perfect
I hear you. So it's like you have BMW but you are missing the trills of BMW character which is loud B58 engine and sporty suspension. Well 540i is like a middle ground for sport and comfort. For some BMW 3 series is too firm and 7 series is too boring. Maybe you needed M550i. Or what I have which is a crossover - X3 M40i - it is louder, faster and firmer :)
Well, I personally really liked 540i M Sport. I think it's a car that will cater to the whole family.
Agree. Even in the sportiness setting it does not give me what my 550 delivered; even though occasionally I felt like the 550 was too “well mannered.” Until get to the M cars BMW seems to prioritize ; as @100miledrive pointed out, the 540 is intended to be in the “middle of the road” so to speak.
You're supposed to get the M sport package knucklehead.
I assume u don't have M sport suspension
@@NOCallerID00 this car never has M sport suspension
I have the same car spec but it’s a 530d. I get 50 mpg average and 700 to a tank. It gets to 60 in about 5.5 sec.
Wow nice. Diesel 5 series is better than hybrid vehicles. We don't get diesel in US any longer.
When BMW says the car has 335 horsepower, it makes close to that much at the wheels. Real crank horsepower is 380+. This car is plenty fast for a luxury sedan.
Yep, BMW really downplays it's numbers, there are many videos about that. B58 engine in this 5 series is absolutely amazing. Very decent power and 4 cylinder like fuel efficiency. I would just add some exhaust notes.
I would put a mild 93 octane tune on it and push the HP up above 400 and call it a day.
335 vs 382 hp B58 isn't a matter of a "newer" or "older" B58 engine. It's just a matter of the tune variant that BMW puts in different models.
Thanks for the comment. Yes you are correct it's the same B58. I basically meant to say what is current out there in terms of power versus their previous tune, otherwise it's the same exact B58 engine which I love so much.
Partially true. The older B58s have a a 6 port exhaust manifold while the newer ones have an integrated 2 port manifold. Also the newer gen B58TU has a proper HPFP where as the first gen ones need an upgrade for tuning. There are definitely mechanical differences between the two variants.
I am not quite sure what the manifold design has to do with the original statement that the newer B58 has more power than the older variant.
In fact, latest variant B58B30M2 has less power (375 HP) than the older B58B30O1 (382 HP).
It really is just a matter of what car model get a particular variant. Correlation between newer vs older and more power vs less power original comment in the video is nonsense.
@@Van-dh5ry You stated the advertised power numbers didn't correlate with the age of the B58. That's not true. The first Gen B58s advertised 335, second gen "TU" variants had 385. The newest B58 with the mild hybrid advertises 375. This is all easily available information.
I am not even sure what you are arguing at this point. Please read my comment above again. I literally wrote the newer variant that has less power than the older one.
Great review!
Thanks a lot for your feedback. I am glad you liked it.
I have this same color BMX and i love it also fast as hell i call it the white wolf. 😁
Oh nice. Yep very nice car. I should now check out 2024 model, but 5 series to me is one of the sweetiest spot for BMW ownership experience
thats funny, i have a 530 in this colorway. I named her Bambi.
Alpine white or Bernina grey, which better color do you think should I pick?
I like Alpine white, but that’s just me
Solid automobile
Yep, in my opinion one of the best BMWs in terms of comfort and Sport blended together. I am just not a fan of the looks of the 5 series. Looks kind of aged.
@@100miledrive Maybe, I guess compared to what mercedes audi lexus are putting out you could say that. BMW is more of a driving machine to me
The good thing about this car is not built in USA which is highly rated and B58 is the best engine who ever buys it very lucky person take care !
Yes, B58 is fantastic. And in 540i it is so efficient that I couldn't believe the MPG figures especially on the highway. In my X3 M40i it is efficient but probably because it's more powerful it is more thirsty.
U talk alot about the 340i , i want to buy either the 340 or 540 but problem is im 6’2 so the 5 is def more comfortable for me yet i know ill enjoy driving the 340i more. Can you help decide its really hard to decide
Yep, I see your point. 340i is such an engaging car. Here is the thing: in the world of 5 series 340i would be 550i which is V8 and that would be a more engaging car but it costs so much more. I just checked BMW's website and saw new 2024 BMW 540i XDrive with bump in horsepower just like X5 - 375hp. 0-60 rated at 4.4 seconds just like my X3 M40i, so it is for sure quicker than previous gen. With M Sport package (M sport suspension) it might be a more engaging car than previous gen 5 series. Very curious to try it out. Otherwise if you want previous gen personally I would get 540i over 340i, but XDrive - I loved the comfort in that car, but yet it still has fairly good handling. I know it's not as exciting as 3 series but I would pick 5 series, but that is just me. I think 340i is a lot more fun car to drive if you want more engaging driving. I am also 6'2 and recently made a video on 330i. I didn't struggle with height, it's just not as spacious.
You are having to choose between comfort and driving dynamics. The 340 has an edge in the performance category but personally it is a bit too “small” for me even though I’m not 6’2. For me, it was challenging enough coming from a 550 to a 540. I could not lose space, driving dynamics, and power (albeit negligible) simultaneously. My work also requires me to spend a lot of time driving in traffic, so comfort and space were higher priorities. The B58 is in a lot of BMWs and performs exceptionally well across the line up. What is more important to you, space & comfort or sportier driving?
How would you rate this car compared to your x3m40? I am in between these two cars, I want the maximum seat comfort with best handling and steering around the corners.
Hi there. Both cars are very different in terms of how they feel. My X3 M40i feels taller, more aggressive and more dramatic in terms of engine noise. It has quite commanding drive experience. But seats are firm, suspension is also on the firmer side (you may consider X5 for more comfort). You can watch my latest video where I talk about 3 main issues about X3 M40i.
As for 540i I personally think this is one of the best BMWs made. It has enough sport, quite comfy seats, very good balance in suspension even for M Sport trim and it's super fuel efficient. Basically if you don't need a crossover then I think 540i is a win/win. Just decide on Rear-wheel drive or XDrive. If you want to drive a bit more aggressively then I recommend XDrive as I did notice some occasional wheel slips in faster accelerations especially when surface is not very good. Also 540i calmer and feels more refined. Well it's a more expensive car overall than X3 M40i.
I think X3 M40i will cater to anyone who prefers more sport over comfort. Then it's a fantastic car.
On my short list for next car when my old 335d dies. You can find 2021 models for just under 30k with 50k miles
yep this 540i is a true gem. Thanks for stopping by. I am curious to try out new 540i with 375hp, hopefully it still has the same recipe.
He rapped on the dash real wood inserts and called them plastic?
Hey, thanks for pointing that out. They felt plasticky to me but I guess they are not
Good video. However, this car has an actual launch control feature. So You really didn’t show a proper launch in it. Just fyi
Thanks for your input. I am trying not to do super fast launches and 0-60 stuff, at least not just yet on my channel. What I am doing is more of an extended test drive that people should be doing before buying a car. For acceleration I try to convey what it overall feels in real world driving. But who knows I might do smth like this in the future if I find the right place for it.
for 70k+ they could of added more power, Put a better exhaust and smaller rims and this car is a 10/10
Yep yep. Agree. BMW 5 series is a sweet spot. Well they kind of tell us to get 550i for more power but that is another price tier and fuel efficiency is not the same. I was literally shocked to see how efficient B58 in 540i was. Well new 2024 5 series is out. I only see 530i on the website and that hasn't changed in terms of the power figures. Hoping to see more powerful engine in 540i or whatever they are going to call it.
@@100miledrive My car has been in the shop for the last two days and the 540i is the loaner car they gave me.... im quickly falling in love and about to sell some stuff to get one lmoooo no other performance daily driver feels this good on the road
@@qhughes4555 ha ha. This is exactly what kind of happened to us. We gave our X3 m40i for some sun roof rattle issue and got 540i loaner for few days. We loved it so much that I decided to make a video. All 2023 models should be on sale now, at least should be able to negotiate better.
Yup. So disappointing that BMW has a 382hp B58 from the M340i and X3 but for some reason they didn’t put it in the $70k 540! There would still be plenty of difference between a 382 hp 540i and 523hp M550. I really wish they had built a full M Performance 540i model which in my mind would be the 540i M sport package with the 382 hp engine plus dynamic handling, M brakes, lsport seats, extended shadowline, carbon interior trim, a sport exhaust and some unique wheels. Priced between a base 540i and M550i this would have been a great model.
@@100miledrive well I’m now a proud owner of a 540i the dealership gave me an offer I couldn’t pass on my old cars !!!! Couldn’t be any happier
LAhas great roads
It really depends where and what car you are driving
Don't get fooled, this is a 2021 BMW 540i LCI. This is NOT the brand new 2023 BMW 5-series. But you can be lucky because the new model is ugly and currently only the low-tier 4 cylinder engines are available.
Let's see how it actually looks in person. I am also not a fan of new BMW's design language. I hope they realize this one day. So many people are not buying BMWs simply for their looks, that is sad truth.
@@100miledrive You are absolutely right, you need to see it in person. I did and I do not like it at all. Those large black-ish plastic "bumpers" in the front are a real problem for me. I also don't like the interior, the dashboard and all the few remaining knobs. The BMW you reviewed in the video is the last good design.
@@an3k i completely understand where you are coming from. I did make some reels on my channel discussing how I dislike new BMWs design language. Well, for some reason BMW doesn’t care or they hope we will eventually like it, not sure.
G60 you're referring to is MY24 NOT 2023. G30 in this video is in fact MY23. Go by Model Year (MY) not by "brand new". That "brand new" is MY24.