BMW530e XDrive Saloon (2020) electric chargers
Plug-In HybridBattery
12 kWh
Connector
Type 2
Range
29 miles
Benefit in kind
11%
CO2 Emissions
49 g/km
BMW 530e XDrive Saloon Home Charging Guide
For years the BMW 5 series has been an incredibly popular choice for people who are looking to drive in luxury. And now, with the 530e XDrive Saloon plug-in hybrid, drivers can enjoy that same level of luxury whilst also benefitting from the improved fuel economy and reduced tailpipe emissions. Equipped with a 12kW battery, the 530e XDrive Saloon can travel up to 29 miles with zero tailpipe emissions on a single charge. When the battery runs out, the BMW 530e XDrive Saloon utilises a 2.0 litre petrol engine to keep it going.
Charging the BMW 530e XDrive Saloon using a 7.4kW home charger takes around three and a half hours.
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BMW 530e XDrive Saloon Charging Time
It's rare anyone needs to charge their car from empty to full. In fact, most of the time you will simply "top up" your car's battery for two to three hours overnight. Learn more about home charging here.
Take advantage of cheaper electricity tariffs and charge your BMW 530e XDrive Saloon plug-in hybrid overnight and drive away fully charged every morning.
| Method | kW | Typical location | Charging time (empty to full) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard three-pin plug | 2.3 | Home | 5.25 hours |
| Dedicated home charging point* | 7.4* | Home | 3.5 hours* (limited to 3.7kW by the vehicle) |
| Fast charger | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rapid charger | n/a | n/a | n/a |
* Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.
BMW 530e XDrive Saloon Charging Cost
School run, commute to the office? You can drive up to 29 miles purely on low-cost electric power.
A full home charge on a BMW 530e XDrive Saloon costs around £1.20.
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A typical overnight electricity rate is around 10p per kWh.
Compare energy tariffs for your BMW 530e XDrive Saloon
Battery size
12 kWh
Charge speed
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Range
29 miles
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