REVIEWBMW

BMW 5 Series

Diesel or plug-in hybrid for the executive sedan

REVIEW

PHOTO: Manufacturer press photo, via Oops Drive

From

฿3,109,000

Brand

BMW

Published

20 Aug 2026

Type

PHEV

WHO IT'S FOR

For buyers who want a mid-size luxury sedan for comfortable long trips. Choose the 520d for economy, or the 530e for luxury plus electric city driving.

The G60 5 Series comes as a 299 hp 530e plug-in hybrid in three trims or a 520d diesel, from ฿3,109,000, with 4-zone climate and Harman Kardon audio.

VEHICLE INFORMATION

Body type: 4-door sedan (G60)
Drivetrain: Plug-in hybrid: 2.0L turbo petrol + electric
Power: 299 hp
Torque: 450 Nm
0–100 km/h: 6.3 s
Battery (usable): 22.1 kWh
Electric-only range: 102 km
Boot space: 520 L

SPECS SHOWN FOR: 530e Inspiring (entry price)

Specifications and prices are the manufacturer's published figures and may change; check with the dealer. Range follows each brand's own test standard (WLTP or NEDC). Lab scores, where shown, are DRIVE LAB's own.

Power

299hp

0–100 km/h

6.3s

Electric-only range

102km

Battery (usable)

22.1kWh

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