BMW 530d (G30)
BMW 5 series 2020 3.0 diesel description
Sedan BMW 530d is being produced from January, 2020. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 286 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 650 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 250 000 to 420 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This BMW 5 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW 530d has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 530d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of BMW 530d reported by owners in daily driving mode is 7.4 litres per 100km.

BMW 530d technical data
Model: | BMW 530d | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2020. January | ||
Engine: | 2993 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 286 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 650 NM ON 1500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption: | 7.4 l/100km (31.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres (17.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.96m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.48m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12.4 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 139 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 530 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2505 kg |
BMW 530d engine B57D30O0
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 2993 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90 mm |
Compression ratio | 16 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
Timing chain change interval | 200,000 km (specified), 120,000 km (recommended) |
Fuel system | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
BMW 530d oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 9.93 litres (10.5 quarts) |
Power | 265 - 286 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 620 - 650 NM ON 1500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2015 |
Duration of production | 10 years |
Engine also used on | BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW X3 BMW X6 BMW 6 sērija and 2 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All BMW 5 series sedan [2020 modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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BMW 520i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Rear wheel |
BMW 530i xDrive 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 249 HP | 7.3 l/100km | All wheel |
BMW 530i | 2.0 Petrol | 252 HP | - | Rear wheel |
BMW 520d
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Rear wheel |
BMW 520d xDrive 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 5.3 l/100km | All wheel |
BMW 520e | 2.0 Hybrid | 163 HP | - | Rear wheel |
BMW 530e | 2.0 Hybrid | 184 HP | - | Rear wheel |
BMW 530e 4x4 | 2.0 Hybrid | 184 HP | - | All wheel |
BMW 540i | 3.0 Petrol | 333 HP | - | Rear wheel |
BMW 540i xDrive 4x4 | 3.0 Petrol | 340 HP | 7.9 l/100km | All wheel |
BMW 530d xDrive 4x4 | 3.0 Diesel | 249 HP | 5.9 l/100km | All wheel |
BMW 530d | 3.0 Diesel | 286 HP | - | Rear wheel |
BMW 530d 4x4 | 3.0 Diesel | 286 HP | - | All wheel |
BMW 540d 4x4
Most powerfull diesel version (340 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 340 HP | - | All wheel |
BMW 545e 4x4 | 3.0 Hybrid | 286 HP | - | All wheel |
BMW M550i xDrive 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds |
4.4 Petrol | 530 HP | 10.7 l/100km | All wheel |