BMW 535d vs BMW 535i
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 BMW 535i
Overview
| Spec | BMW 535d535d | BMW 535i535i |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 535d | 535i |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | diesel fuel | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | diesel | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 535d535d | BMW 535i535i |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $57,350 | $55,850 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 535d535d | BMW 535i535i |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 38 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 535d535d | BMW 535i535i |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 302 hp (best) |
| Torque | 413 lb-ft (best) | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 535d535d | BMW 535i535i |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft | 14 cu ft |
| Payload | 950 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,085 lbs | 3,957 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in | 5.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 116.9 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 57.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 535d535d | BMW 535i535i |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 5 | 2 (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 | BMW 535d | BMW 535i |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 535d $57,350 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 535i $55,850 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
BMW 535d vs BMW 535i FAQ
- Which is better: 2016 BMW 535d or 2016 BMW 535i?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 535d vs 2016 BMW 535i on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2016 BMW 535d or 2016 BMW 535i?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 BMW 535i starts lower at $55,850.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 535d or 2016 BMW 535i?
- The 2016 BMW 535i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (55,850).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 BMW 535d or 2016 BMW 535i?
- The 2016 BMW 535d leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2016 BMW 535d or 2016 BMW 535i?
- The 2016 BMW 535i leads on horsepower in this comparison (302).