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BMW 530e: UK price, economy and specs

Saloon · 5 seats · 1 version in our list

£59,660guide price, October 2026
64 mielectric range
19.4 kWhbattery
128.4official mpg
49g/km CO2
520 Lboot
1,800 kgtowing

The BMW 530e is a plug-in hybrid saloon with 5 seats. Price: from £59,660. Official electric-only range: up to 64 miles.

BMW 530e versions and prices

VersionTypePriceElectric rangeEconomy (WLTP)CO2BatteryBootTowing
SaloonPlug-in hybridfrom £59,660up to 64 mi (official)128.4 mpg49 g/km19.4 kWh520 L1,800 kg

Guide prices checked October 2026 and may already include the Electric Car Grant. Always confirm the price with the seller.

Economy, charging and performance

  • Official economy (WLTP, weighted for plug-in hybrids): 128.4 mpg
  • CO2: 49 g/km
  • Electric-only range (official): up to 64 miles
  • Battery: 19.4 kWh
  • AC charging: up to 11 kW
  • Power: 299 hp
  • 0–62 mph: 6.3 s

A plug-in hybrid only delivers its low running costs if you charge it regularly. See pure EV vs hybrid vs plug-in hybrid.

Specification sources: autoexpress.co.uk, carwow.co.uk, parkers.co.uk (checked October 2026).

Space, size and towing

It has 5 seats and a boot of about 520 litres. It is rated to tow up to 1,800 kg (braked) in our data. Towing cuts range a lot, so allow extra margin. See electric cars for towing.

Electric Car Grant

None of the versions in our list is on the Electric Car Grant list. The grant only covers eligible new pure electric cars priced at £37,000 or less. See the Electric Car Grant and EV tax.

Reliability

Reliability scores come from the Warrantywise Reliability Index, which uses data from used cars, so many new models do not have a score yet. See the BMW page and the Index explained.

Frequently asked questions

How much does the BMW 530e cost in the UK?

In our October 2026 check, UK guide prices for the BMW 530e were £59,660. Prices change often, so confirm with the seller.

How far can the BMW 530e go on electricity?

The official electric-only range is up to 64 miles. In real use it is usually lower, especially in cold weather or at motorway speeds.

Is the BMW 530e eligible for the Electric Car Grant?

None of the versions in our list is on the Electric Car Grant list.

Figures compiled October 2026 from published UK sources, and are approximate (how we compile them). Page reviewed 2026-10-16. See our sources. General information, not financial, legal or technical advice.

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