The BMW 5 Series specifications cover one engine, since India gets a single variant. It is a 2.0 litre TwinPower turbo petrol making 258 PS and 400 Nm. A 48 volt mild hybrid supports it at low speed. An eight speed automatic sends drive to the rear wheels. Peak power spans 4500 to 6500 rpm.
The mild hybrid recovers some energy and eases load in traffic. It is not a full hybrid, so the car cannot run on battery alone. Peak torque spans 1600 to 4500 rpm, which keeps the sedan relaxed in town. BMW quotes 15.7 kmpl on the ARAI cycle for this petrol. That is fair for a large sedan, though city use reads lower. The single engine keeps the buying choice simple. Set that figure against the single trim price.
The dimensions confirm the rear seat focus. Length is 5175 mm on a long 3105 mm wheelbase. Width is 1900 mm and height 1520 mm, giving a planted stance. The long body puts most of that length between the axles. Ground clearance measures 150 mm and the tank holds 60 litres.
The 500 litre boot rounds out the practical side. Five paint finishes are offered, from Mineral White to Phytonic Blue. The M Sport package is standard, so nothing sits below it. Safety and driver aids come at the level expected of this class. Seating is for five, with the rear bench the place to be. See the single 530Li on the variants page for the full listing.