Which is better: 2027 BMW 540i xDrive or 2027 Dodge Charger?

It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW 540i xDrive vs 2027 Dodge Charger on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.

Which costs less: 2027 BMW 540i xDrive or 2027 Dodge Charger?

Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Dodge Charger starts lower at $49,995. Live Dodge Charger listings start at $10,990.

Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW 540i xDrive or 2027 Dodge Charger?

The 2027 Dodge Charger leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (49,995).

Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW 540i xDrive or 2027 Dodge Charger?

The 2027 BMW 540i xDrive leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).

Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 BMW 540i xDrive or 2027 Dodge Charger?

The 2027 Dodge Charger leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (267).

Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW 540i xDrive or 2027 Dodge Charger?

The 2027 Dodge Charger leads on horsepower in this comparison (670).

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BMW 540i xDrive vs Dodge Charger

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 BMW 540i xDrive

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Overview

Spec	BMW 540i xDrive540i xDrive	Dodge ChargerR/T
Selected trim	540i xDrive	R/T
Body style	Sedan	Coupe
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Fuel type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine type	mild hybrid	gas
Model year	2027	2027

Pricing & market

Spec	BMW 540i xDrive540i xDrive	Dodge ChargerR/T
MSRP	$67,700	$49,995 (best)
Lowest listing price	—	$10,990 (best)
Median listing price	—	$47,519 (best)
Highest listing price	—	$80,999 (best)
For sale now	0	91 (best)

Fuel economy & range

Spec	BMW 540i xDrive540i xDrive	Dodge ChargerR/T
Combined MPG	28 MPG (best)	20 MPG
City MPG	26 MPG (best)	17 MPG
Highway MPG	32 MPG (best)	26 MPG
Fuel tank	15.9 gal	17.5 gal (best)

Performance

Spec	BMW 540i xDrive540i xDrive	Dodge ChargerR/T
Horsepower	375 hp	420 hp (best)
Torque	398 lb-ft	469 lb-ft (best)
Engine size	3 L	3 L
Cylinders	I6	I6

Size & capability

Spec	BMW 540i xDrive540i xDrive	Dodge ChargerR/T
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	4 (best)	2
Cargo volume	18.4 cu ft	37.4 cu ft (best)
Payload	999 lbs (best)	—
Curb weight	4,370 lbs (best)	4,816 lbs
Ground clearance	6.1 in (best)	5.5 in
Wheelbase	117.9 in	121 in (best)
Length	199.2 in	206.6 in (best)
Width	74.8 in	79.8 in (best)
Height	59.6 in (best)	58.9 in

Safety & recalls

Spec	BMW 540i xDrive540i xDrive	Dodge ChargerR/T
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 540i xDrive	Dodge Charger
1	540i xDrive $67,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)	R/T $49,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	—	R/T $51,995 MSRP
3	—	R/T Plus $54,990 MSRP
4	—	R/T Plus $56,990 MSRP
5	—	Scat Pack $54,995 MSRP
6	—	Scat Pack $56,995 MSRP
7	—	Scat Pack Plus $59,990 MSRP
8	—	Scat Pack Plus $61,990 MSRP
9	—	Daytona Scat Pack $72,495 MSRP
10	—	Daytona Scat Pack $72,995 MSRP
11	—	Daytona Scat Pack Plus $77,490 MSRP
12	—	Daytona Scat Pack Plus $77,990 MSRP

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