Is the updated 2021 BMW 530e a better plug-in hybrid luxury sedan to buy?

[@fpartidafpartida]

I have the 2017 53e. Love it! Some things he didn’t mention, which are really nice are: I’ve only had 2 oil changes in over 60,000 miles. My break pads look like they will last me over 120,000 miles because of regenerative breaking (so it doesn’t use the break pads, it just charges the battery). Mine only take about 2 hours to fully charge. Instant torque. I can do 80mph full electric. I qualified for a tax rebate on it. I fill up with gas about once per month (or less). Most of my trips are pretty short, so I charge all the time in between trips. There’s a charger at the office too. Sooo quiet when I need it to be and still have the engine when I want it.

[@maximcoll3420]

Can you charge at tesla station?

[@fpartidafpartida]

@@maximcoll3420 I can because I bought a Tesla to j1772 adapter. It only works at "destination chargers " you typically find at hotels and shopping malls. It doesn't work for Superchargers.

[@Dontrelltakesla]

What was the tax rebate?

[@fpartidafpartida]

@@Dontrelltakesla It was only like $3,500

[@oweny7814]

What kind of gas mileage did you get?

[@deliagarcia7500]

Liking that nardo gray color.

[@RaitisRides]

Agreed Delia!

[@EddieK0027]

That color is called Bernina Grey Amber

[@trevorgwelch7412]

Nurd Grey

[@jeffjoseph2091]

@@EddieK0027 nardo grey

[@Erelio]

I call it , Pud Grey

[@SSCamaro_Sno]

Love the color on this one Joe‼️🔥🔥🔥

[@anthonybaez52]

18:37 ON THROTTLE!!!!!!!!!!! It sounds cool

[@RaitisRides]

Heck yeah!

[@tctc2803]

"Transformers more than meets the eye".... 😂 Really like your children's playful mindset presentation

[@thefray123]

He’s filled with all kinds of gems. His reviews just wouldn’t be the same without his Official Twinkie measurements and how many subway sandwhiches you can fit in the map pockets. In fact, I bet there would be riots in the streets if he just stuck to boring “actual” measurements 😂

[@bmlove81]

I like how the navigation system takes up the entire screen, unlike the navi system in other automotive manufactures!!

[@Really_Biggah]

I requested this a couple weeks ago. Thanks!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome!

[@dalitsomvula8336]

How I stay up late waiting for these car reviews, CAT #Zambia

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for making the sacrifices to tune in! I really appreciate it!

[@dalitsomvula8336]

@@RaitisRides its always worth it

[@richgenix]

Not a fan of the styling but I love the grill for sure

[@RaitisRides]

The smaller grill days for sure!

[@_baller]

You don't like it's styling but like it's grill? Ok buy yourself a grill

[@edwardvalivonis23]

Next year grill comes without BMW

[@JC-jw2kw]

The wood effect interior trim. Such a clash of styling given the exterior.

[@vecernicek2]

I hope this doesn't get the hideous beaver teeth treatment in the next iteration.

[@repostzZz]

Them lights and the bardo gray tho 🔥

[@adama047]

This is a real nice hybrid, plus, it's a BMW. Just wish I hadn't missed your videos from Saturday. Thank you, Lori, for another great video!

[@quentintheriot18]

Wow this is definitely something cool and interesting

[@RaitisRides]

I appreciate you letting me share it with you!

[@ceo20561]

He said you can put about 3 Whoppers inside of the passenger side door pocket standing up🤣🤣🤣🤣👏.. he has the best reviews on KZbin‼️

[@anthonybaez52]

A electric 2.0L 4 cylinder great engine

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad that you think so!

[@hahnarelli548]

Great job! What’s the “official” BMW name for that color? I like it!

[@henrybrar]

This color with black grill is fire. Now imagine this grill on new M3 & M4.

[@HansDelbruck53]

I wouldn't give any car a Zonk for not having ventilated seats. Real men don't need ventilated seats. In over 50 years of driving, I've never felt the need for my seat to be air conditioned. The cabin air conditioner is enough for me. Heated seats in the winter time can be worthwhile, however.

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

A BMW 5 Series Rival:Audi A6,Mercedes E Class, Lexus ES 300h,Toyota Camry Hybrid right

[@nothing9271]

Don't you just love the cars that come with the BMW grills?

[@shyennegilzean5692]

Not a fan of hybrid or evs but love the car

[@operaloverish]

Awesome walk about the exterior styling and features; I can feel the power of the 530e as you energize about it. The test drive feels like a seat in the pants maneuver. Lori is killing it with outstanding camera angles outside & inside this beast on wheels. Love your descriptive dialogue Joe!

[@anthonybaez52]

Inside is cool

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like it!

[@TopGunManny]

Thank you!! It's been so hard finding good videos on this car and most of them are euro reviews. Really considering this one and the info helped. Subbed!!

[@LS1007]

Looks good! Glad it doesn’t have the super-sized grill. Thanks for sharing it Joe. Nice job you and Lori!! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@rihaan.s]

Are u serious, why did you cover up the speedometer. I wanted to see how fast it was

[@jeffinza4563]

Very nice, it's almost a hybrid in disguise. Like you said, if you're not a car person you might not know it's a hybrid at first. On throttle sounds good too. Love the color .

[@autonewstv86]

Good review and nice to see the 520d getting some praise. Anyone put off by the low bhp figure should try one if they're in the market for this sort of car. They punch above what the figures would suggest and are excellent all-rounders.

[@meorme6603]

They need to change that old rear quarter window design. It’s been around since 2001.

[@oliversrensen8490]

@@meorme6603 Its called having character, unlike mercedes and audis whichs are just cars with nothing more to it

[@leandroaydin911]

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[@karsonlennon3378]

@Leandro Aydin Instablaster :)

[@leandroaydin911]

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[@drogo319]

"Finally, some good f*ckin grill." - Gordon Ramsey

[@decarsongrant5626]

😂😂

[@dheeradjlachman9658]

Woow very cool BMW Raiti very special color and design is awesome!!👌 nice review

[@Boomtendo4tw]

Oh I didn’t know they made this. It’s got the grill fewer people complain about lol. Looks pretty decent.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I can bring it to you!

[@MM-gg3rg]

Oh and also Joe didn't mention that If you simply drive the car for 26 miles, the batteries will be completely charged! IMHO, there really isn't a need to plug in the car!

[@supakhan23]

Really? I’m considering getting this.

[@Samir-ru4rl]

No one does reviews better than Joe.... not one boring video, so enthusiastic, a joke here and there especially when referring to compartments. Thanks Joe!

[@cringejoon]

hey Joe, been watching your videos for some time now, just wanted to say I love and appreciate how good the video and audio quality has gotten for the on throttle parts! keep it up man

[@tigerrx7]

BMW bringing spinner rims back!! Not hip hop video ready, but still cool. Haha! Wish they would make that screen retractable though.

[@DiegoDays7]

First

[@RaitisRides]

Close brother!

[@DiegoDays7]

@@RaitisRides I deserve to be zonked then lol

[@AbdullahHood]

Interior - my main reason to not buy another BMW - it’s basically the same design as the last gen 5 series. I want something new!

[@RaitisRides]

Just a larger standard screen

[@yes8032]

If you mean the pre facelift one yes because it’s made in 2017 but if you mean the f10 then it looks very different imo 👍

[@AbdullahHood]

@@yes8032 I had the previous generation M5 in 2013 and it’s basically the same inside.

[@yes8032]

@@AbdullahHood oh I remember sitting in both cars they kinda drive the same to me I like it tho

[@sporla3]

I have this model in the same color combination (including the red caliper brakes but with black wheels. I have ventilated and massaging seats). I only have about 1,000 miles but only put gas in once. I am averaging 90mpg (most of my trips are under 20 miles).

[@johnd9272]

Is this Bernina grey?

[@sporla3]

@@johnd9272 yes. I know have a little over 4,000 miles and still averaging 90 mpg. Every guy I meet loves my car but a lot of the women don't like the color. They say the color looks like clay.

[@theaquaticfishyt1308]

I like the grille of the new 5 series. I personally am not a fan of the rear tail lights. I liked them better when they weren't smoked in 2020.

[@richgenix]

I prefer the regular m5

[@RaitisRides]

So do !

[@yes8032]

I’d get a m550i

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

Mat Watson from Carwow says to avoid the M5 solely due to the M550i.

[@mclarenspeedtail8988]

Thank god there's no big grill yet...

[@RaitisRides]

You are hilarious!

[@yes8032]

I hope the next generation won’t get it too but I suspect it won’t since bmw said it won’t affect the whole lineup

[@mclarenspeedtail8988]

@@yes8032 in next 33 years every bmw is going turn into more big grills

[@yes8032]

@@mclarenspeedtail8988 that’s going to suck if it’s a 4 series like grill

[@mclarenspeedtail8988]

@@yes8032 bmw: MORE! MOREEEEEEEE!!!!!

[@jdb316]

No ventilated seats or panoramic sunroof at $66K?

[@rhishabdahal3025]

When there are zonks, they can’t be stonks

[@RaitisRides]

So true!

[@AG-is5vv]

Damn i love that color on the 530, i got mine in dark graphite which is still sleek but something about that battleship grey is appealing.

[@kvasnaik8920]

Nice grill that’s what a bmw is not the big hideous one

[@justanobservation3423]

No vented seats is a joke considering honda accords touring models have had them since 2018...

[@_baller]

The grill shouldn't attach, then it becomes a bow tie....

[@rockford8915]

If it aint broke, don't fix it. Stay away from hybrid and electric vehicles...they add a layer of complexity that isn't needed. The added layer of complexity is up to you to fix when it breaks, and is out of warranty. Don't buy the hype. BUY A CAR WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE ONLY!!!

[@jcabrera8425]

IMO I think BMW 3 series and 5 series are the best looking and best sedans overall out of all the car brands.

[@hitwondatalkditingdem]

I like the colour joe i can see that ur a transformer fan i like that lori ur booming keep it up

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man! I am so glad that I can share it with you!

[@aadeeshdhiman6538]

A great car and a great review!!

[@freeravenadventures6925]

Im torn with the Color. Apart of me really likes it.. Another part thinks it looks like a base Paint primer.

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel!

[@cheekyboyz8121]

BMW must’ve listened to Doug Demuro regarding kidney grill sizes

[@Spacecarboy]

Mr. Raiti, Was that you in a Velocity Blue 5.0 that was roaring down 19 Thursday about 6PM? I thought it looked like you. Sounded Bad_ _ _.

[@RaitisRides]

Not me, but I wish I was there!

[@tuxedoblackcat1680]

For an a electric hybrid, it does sound sporty!

[@CorbinWilliams]

Lori is killing it with the camera work😎👍🏽

[@RaitisRides]

I can't argue that Corbin!

[@ShanerHulk]

Front grill starting to look like Kia Tiger look. Dam this car is overweight.

[@Gerald_G]

I just have no idea how you put out so much content -- hardest working guy on KZbin??!!??

[@yes8032]

This is definitely my favourite bmw in the lineup right now

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad that you like this one.

[@yes8032]

@@RaitisRides sure 🔥

[@RaitisRides]

@@yes8032 Yes sir!

[@kingramey91]

I'd get it. I'm really starting to like what BMW is dishing out. Great job as always Joe.

[@jeffinza4563]

I agree with you. Not to be a "Debbie Downer" but I'd love to know what it takes to repair this machine $$$

[@akosibopet]

love the front design very much

[@pauldesi]

Pssst- 3 hour charge time for 22 miles of range is pathetic.

[@anthonybaez52]

Woah so cool

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you are digging this one.

[@MLProductions.1]

Girl wants a new car. These things are dirt cheap a few years old (sub $30k) with 30-40k miles. We use her car as the family car. Probably going to pull the trigger on a 2020

[@tupatontt]

Exterior is amazing but when comparing the interior style to the new E-class... Its a hard buy imo.

[@oweny7814]

I honestly disagree, the new e class is a bit boring to me. The s class and even the c class I think are better styled. I just don’t like the 2023 c class seats.

[@nebulagalaxy8997]

I'm ok with the ipad look for the infotainment system, l just don't like it when the company looks like they glued it on

[@GuyanaeseMacaw]

Can you please zonk the orange reflectors manufacturers are adding on the bumper. They should incorporate it into the head light. Also my OCD and symmetry is saying there should be an actual tuning knob to match volume knob

[@Iam.SpiritMpumi]

Another Zonk for me will have to go to the key fob, it should have been a display key fob

[@ayanna718]

my dad is thinking about upgrading his 2018 530e .. definitely gonna send this to him to convince him since he’s been on the fence about what’s new 😂 love that opaque grey color as well!

[@pauldesi]

Upgrade to tesla.

[@ayanna718]

@@pauldesi i mentioned that to him! thanks for the advice 😁

[@AbdullahHood]

Great spec. This grey and black with those wheels are looking great👍🏻

[@RaitisRides]

It works nicely!

[@yes8032]

Exactly

[@RaitisRides]

@@yes8032 Yes sir!

[@AbdullahHood]

People of great taste clearly!

[@Cgee3]

Whoever spec’d this car out needs their rights revoked. The shiny wood trim absolutely contrasts the exterior color and trim treatments. I nice gray or matte finished wood would look WAY better.

[@ramoncarter6585]

A nice car. The features and interior make this gem worth to buy. I love the color and styling of the car. I like BMW and Mercedes they are really nice cars just real high especially when they get older maintenance are ridiculous with parts etc.

[@jole4509]

This is how a new bmw should look like

[@richy3040]

interior like a honda civic wdf

[@patrickb3035]

The official name of the colour is Bernina Gray Metalic ❤️

[@RaitisRides]

You are correct!

[@patrickb3035]

I know because mine is coming today!! 😅

[@cavansirhsnzad7704]

what is the name of color?

[@Rollandchill]

Joe, another great presentation. I crack up every time you reference twinkies :) I am a bit jealous of you though because you always wear short pants. I am in California. We are "supposed" to have similar weather to Florida. But the temps here have been a bit cool lately. Keep up the good work. I wish I were there in Florida to bask in that sunshine.

[@mystictk4149]

It’s got a beautiful color on it, love the design they did with the whole thing.

[@shysuria]

15:42 'Uranium'...made me laugh to tears...hahaha

[@speedingoffence]

Wish that you could get these without sunroofs. Glass weighs more than steel, and there's no worse place to add weight than the roof.

[@deadmanwwe]

why he block the speed ??

[@candicedurham9030]

Love ❤️ the car and COLoR ! But no ventilated seats 💺 ?!?! That’s a nonnegotiable 😥 for me

[@steve293]

Would've looked sick with black rims

[@FinancialFaiz]

What color is the car in this video? Skyscraper Grey?

[@thefray123]

Cleanest and most consistent auto reviewer on KZbin. No one better! Thank you for all you share man!! 🙏

[@lorenzoantonio3461]

Cool ride bro raitirides can I have one,how much would it be the cost here in the philippines

[@jorgeboudet9707]

Best looking seat love their look conservative elegant

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED

[@samsedaei]

Joe, I don’t think you’ve ever done a review of the regular X3, and I’d love to see it! Love your videos overall.

[@anthonybaez52]

Oooooo it’s an electric

[@RaitisRides]

Sort of

[@yes8032]

Yessir

[@mattmekhaeil]

It's a plug in hybrid...

[@xaviert7839]

So this is the definition of Car Salesman !!! Damn he just can't stop talking for 30 sec and drive...Constantly repeating the same line over and over again.

[@christianhelgesen4176]

Just renamed myself!!

[@Saab469]

Sexiest color about to get a 2022 540i x drive

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you love this color!

[@asfvck7397]

Needs about 200 more HP. Ah hah!

[@muskor88]

That's where the 545e comes in with a 3 litre straight six. But I don't know if it comes to you guys in the US.

[@TshoksOlam]

I won't complain about the M3 & M4 nose anymore. Like a good teacher, you taught me well to like them. This is nice too. I like that the e does not have yellow or blue stickers everywhere to mark it as a hybrid car.... Thank you once again Joe & Lori.

[@rikwynnwynn6143]

Dude u miss the whole point of this car. Wasting time zonking trim pieces and never getting to the MPG of this car vs the non hybrid, the miles the battery can go the time to recharge. All of the things that matter about this car. This review is a waste of time.

[@anthonybaez52]

First

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for being the best!

[@DrTropics]

Woww that looks soooo good. BMW nailed with this one, unlike the new 4.

[@jorgeboudet9707]

All electric is better no gas engine good looking car

[@atlation]

The halo still was an icon.. this shape looks like the new jags, vw, Avalon, etc. hope they bring it back someday. Anyways thank you for always posting great videos. My twinkies and i thank you!