BMW 3 Series 330i vs. BMW 5 Series 530i
When comparing the BMW 3 Series 330i's and the BMW 5 Series 530i's specifications and ratings, the BMW 3 Series 330i has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The BMW 5 Series 530i has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the BMW 3 Series 330i's and the BMW 5 Series 530i's specifications and ratings, the BMW 3 Series 330i is a better car than the BMW 5 Series 530i.
BMW 3 Series 330i vs. BMW 5 Series 530i Pricing
A used 2023 BMW 3 Series 330i ranges from $41,023 to $52,949 while a used 2023 BMW 5 Series 530i is priced between $49,963 to $64,758. For a new model, the BMW 3 Series 330i's price is between $46,173 and $54,069, with the BMW 5 Series 530i priced between $57,414 and $64,913.
BMW 3 Series 330i vs. BMW 5 Series 530i Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW 3 Series 330i loses 52.3 percent of its value and the BMW 5 Series 530i loses 59.1 percent of its value. This means the BMW 3 Series 330i retains 6.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 5 Series 530i.
BMW 3 Series 330i vs. BMW 5 Series 530i Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.7 out of 10 while the BMW 5 Series' quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the BMW 3 Series being ranked 7 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the BMW 5 Series being ranked 8 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
BMW 3 Series 330i vs. BMW 5 Series 530i Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.4 out of 10. For the BMW 5 Series the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the BMW 3 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 5 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW 3 Series 330i’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the BMW 5 Series 530i base engine makes 248 horsepower. The 330i is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 530 miles. The 530i is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 594 miles.This gives the BMW 3 Series 330i the advantage in fuel efficiency and the BMW 5 Series 530i the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW 5 Series 530i, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The BMW 3 Series 330i, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The BMW 3 Series 330i has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the BMW 5 Series 530i has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$46,173 - $54,069
Used Asking Price:
$41,023 - $52,949
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$57,414 - $64,913
Used Asking Price:
$49,963 - $64,758
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
59.1%
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36BMW 5 Series Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive
Other BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
257 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 530 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
450 / 594 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3536 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3783 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
195.8 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
