BMW 535i vs BMW 535i xDrive
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 BMW 535i xDrive
Overview
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 535i | 535i xDrive |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55,850 (best) | $58,150 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 302 hp | 302 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft | 14 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,957 lbs (best) | 4,156 lbs |
| 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 535i535i | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | None reported (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 535i | BMW 535i xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 535i $55,850 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 535i xDrive $58,150 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
BMW 535i vs BMW 535i xDrive FAQ
- Which is better: 2016 BMW 535i or 2016 BMW 535i xDrive?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 535i vs 2016 BMW 535i xDrive 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 535i or 2016 BMW 535i xDrive?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 BMW 535i starts lower at $55,850.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 535i or 2016 BMW 535i xDrive?
- The 2016 BMW 535i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (55,850).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 BMW 535i or 2016 BMW 535i xDrive?
- The 2016 BMW 535i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).