Does the 2021 BMW 5 Series need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$257extra a year
- Premium listed for the 530i RWD.
- All 7 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 60% of 75 sedans (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 530i RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| 530i xDrive AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| 530e RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| 540i RWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| 530e xDrive AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| 540i xDrive AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| M550i xDrive AWD | 4.4L 8cyl | Premium | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 BMW 5 Series | 530i RWD | Premium |
| 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | E 350 RWD | Premium |
| 2021 Audi A6 | 45 TFSI Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2021 Volvo S90 | T6 Momentum AWD | Premium |
| 2021 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell | FWD | Hydrogen |
| 2021 Audi S4 | Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2021 Toyota Mirai | XLE RWD | Hydrogen |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree