BMW 535i GT vs BMW 550i GT
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2015 BMW 550i GT
Overview
| Spec | BMW 535i GT535i | BMW 550i GT550i |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 535i | 550i |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2017 | 2015 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 535i GT535i | BMW 550i GT550i |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $60,900 (best) | $69,100 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 535i GT535i | BMW 550i GT550i |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 535i GT535i | BMW 550i GT550i |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 445 hp (best) |
| Torque | 300 lb-ft | 480 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 4.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 535i GT535i | BMW 550i GT550i |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 60 cu ft | 60 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 950 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,490 lbs (best) | 4,935 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in | 5.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 120.9 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 74.8 in | 74.8 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 61.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 535i GT535i | BMW 550i GT550i |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 535i GT | BMW 550i GT |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 535i $60,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 550i $69,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |