Acura RL vs BMW 530xi
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2007 BMW 530xi
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | BMW 530xi530xi |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 530xi |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2007 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | BMW 530xi530xi |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 (best) | $49,700 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | BMW 530xi530xi |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | BMW 530xi530xi |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 255 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft (best) | 220 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | BMW 530xi530xi |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 14 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 3,638 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 113.7 in (best) |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 191.1 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 72.7 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 58.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | BMW 530xi530xi |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | 1 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | BMW 530xi |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 530xi $49,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | 530xi $52,100 MSRP |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | — |
Acura RL vs BMW 530xi FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2007 BMW 530xi?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2007 BMW 530xi on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 2007 BMW 530xi?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2012 Acura RL starts lower at $48,200.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2007 BMW 530xi?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (48,200).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2007 BMW 530xi?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).