2020 · Compact Car · Plug-in hybrid
2020 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid MPG & fuel economy
The 2020 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. This plug-in hybrid covers about 21 miles on electricity (69 MPGe), then returns 27 MPG on gas. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 25 to 27 MPG. That's down 2 MPG from the 2019 model. Among 34 compact cars rated for 2020, it ranks 18th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $1,757 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2020 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 11.5 km/L (8.7 L/100 km), or 27 MPG combined: 10.6 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 69 MPGe.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City (gas) | 25 | 10.6 | 9.4 |
| Highway (gas) | 31 | 13.2 | 7.6 |
| Combined (gas) | 27 | 11.5 | 8.7 |
How it ranks among 2020 Compact Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
5 Series Plug-in Hybrid MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic 530e |
Plug-in hybrid | 65 MPGe + 25 MPG | 75 MPGe + 31 MPG | 69 MPGe + 27 MPG | 350 mi | $1,757 |
| AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic 530e xDrive |
Plug-in hybrid | 62 MPGe + 23 MPG | 68 MPGe + 29 MPG | 65 MPGe + 25 MPG | 330 mi | $1,948 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Premium gas + electricity
- Engine / motor
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Electricity use
- 47 kWh/100 mi
- All-electric range
- 21 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 3 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 99 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 10 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 170 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 8/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2020 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid?
Up to 69 MPGe + 27 MPG combined; ratings range from 25 to 27 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 2020 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid use?
Premium gas + electricity (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2020 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid?
The 2020 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 11.5 km/L (8.7 L/100 km), or 27 MPG combined: 10.6 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 69 MPGe.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2020 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid per year?
About $1,757 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, or $11.71 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.