“The 2022/2023 BMW 5 Series will be the last of the current generation.This car is the essence of a classic BMW. With electrification coming and new models like the 7 Series. This current model series of the 5 series, is the best of the best and we definitely know going forward the new model won't have the same charm.”
2022 BMW 5 Series: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 BMW 5 Series is largely a carryover, with no major mechanical, styling, or safety updates. The main differences are reduced availability of some connected features and reshuffled option packages.
About the 2022 BMW 5 Series
7th generation 5 Series (G30, 2017-2023 U.S.), second year after the 2021 refresh and one year before the all-new 2024 redesign.
BMW positions the 5 Series as an executive sport sedan: a midsize luxury four-door that blends long-trip comfort, clean design, strong in-car tech, and a broad spread of powertrains. What sets it apart is choice without changing the car’s core character. Buyers can pick a turbo four, plug-in hybrid, six-cylinder mild-hybrid, or V8 performance version while still getting the same quiet cabin, polished road manners, and driver-focused layout that define the model.
The 2022 lineup ranges from the straightforward 530i to the plug-in hybrid 530e, the smoother six-cylinder 540i, and the V8-powered M550i xDrive. Most versions have twin 12.3-inch displays, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and driver aids such as blind-spot monitoring, while the 523-hp M550i xDrive adds performance suspension, stronger brakes, and upgraded leather seats.
What changed, by category
Tech
Availability was reduced for some optional connected features, including wireless charging, remote start, and the Wi-Fi hotspot. BMW also reshuffled some option packages.
2022 BMW 5 Series specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport w/Sport & Manual Modes |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Plug-In Hybrid | Gas | Gas | Plug-In Hybrid | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 23 mpg | 22 mpg | 17 mpg | ||
| MPG Highway | 33 mpg | 32 mpg | 32 mpg | 29 mpg | 25 mpg | ||
| Horsepower | 248 hp | 335 hp | 248 hp | 335 hp | 523 hp | ||
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 257 lb-ft | 331 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 257 lb-ft | 331 lb-ft | 553 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 14.5 cu-ft | 18.7 cu-ft | 18.7 cu-ft | 14.5 cu-ft | 18.7 cu-ft | 18.7 cu-ft | 18.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.5 in | 36.5 in | 36.5 in | 36.5 in | 36.5 in | 36.5 in | 36.5 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 21 | 19 | |||||
| MPGe Combined | 64 | 62 | |||||
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| 360 Camera | |||||||
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| LED Headlights | |||||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||||||
| Bluetooth | |||||||
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| Heated Front Seats | |||||||
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| Memory Front Seats | |||||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | |||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||||
| Remote Start | |||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2022 BMW 5 Series redesigned?
No. The 2022 BMW 5 Series carries over the design introduced by the 2021 refresh, including its front-end styling, lights, and interior layout.
Did the 2022 BMW 5 Series get different engines?
No. The 2022 engine lineup carries over, including the turbo four-cylinder 530i, plug-in hybrid 530e, six-cylinder mild-hybrid 540i, and V8-powered M550i xDrive.
Were wireless charging and other connected features standard on every 2022 BMW 5 Series?
No. Availability was reduced for wireless charging, remote start, and the Wi-Fi hotspot, so equipment can vary between individual 2022 cars.
Is the 2022 BMW 5 Series meaningfully different from the 2021 model?
No. The 2022 model has the same core engines, trim structure, cabin layout, styling, and safety technology as the 2021 model; the main differences involve feature availability and option-package reshuffling.
Did the 2022 BMW 5 Series add more standard safety technology?
No. BMW did not expand the standard safety suite for 2022. Core driver aids still include blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, and forward collision warning.
2022 BMW 5 Series Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 BMW 5 Series.
4.4
2022 BMW 5 Series
(1,039 reviews)
“The engine performance, the cabin quietness, the communication methods, and the continuing beauty are all features I recommend to my friends.”
“This car is an absolute joy to drive every single day. When I approach and unlock the door, I get a smile on my face.”