2024 BMW 330 vs. 2024 BMW 530 Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW 330

2024 BMW
330

MSRP*: $44,500 to $46,500
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2024 BMW
530

MSRP*: $57,900 to $60,200
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MPG - City 24 - 25 MPG 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 34 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 255 hp
Exterior Length 185.7 in 199.2 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 38.7 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the BMW 530 than the BMW 330, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the BMW 330 and the BMW 530 in the front seats.

Convenience
The BMW 530 requires fewer visits to the gas station than the BMW 330, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the BMW 330 is clearly a better financial choice over the BMW 530.

Dimensions
Since the BMW 330 is much slimmer than the BMW 530, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the BMW 330, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the BMW 530.

Handling
The BMW 330 has a smaller turning radius than the BMW 530, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's basically a tie between the BMW 330 and the BMW 530.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the BMW 330 and the BMW 530 do an equal job of transmitting their engine's power to their wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW 330 and the BMW 530.