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?

[@bmlove81]

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

[@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!

[@Really_Biggah]

I requested this a couple weeks ago. Thanks!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome!

[@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!

[@henrybrar]

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

[@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

[@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

[@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!!

[@thefray123]

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

[@anthonybaez52]

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

[@RaitisRides]

Heck yeah!

[@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.

[@LS1007]

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

[@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

[@Gerald_G]

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

[@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

[@mystictk4149]

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

[@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]

@Karson Lennon I really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and im trying it out atm. Takes a while so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

[@SSCamaro_Sno]

Love the color on this one Joe‼️🔥🔥🔥

[@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!

[@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.

[@jcabrera8425]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@kabir.dhingra]

I love that Fineline Ridge wood trim inside! By far my favorite one!

[@CorbinWilliams]

Lori is killing it with the camera work😎👍🏽

[@RaitisRides]

I can't argue that Corbin!

[@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!

[@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 $$$

[@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.

[@tuxedoblackcat1680]

For an a electric hybrid, it does sound sporty!

[@lonewolf30531]

Still driving a 2018 and love it !

[@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 😁

[@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 😂

[@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!

[@jaabargantt3442]

I love your channel man. Best car reviews on KZbin!

[@repostzZz]

Them lights and the bardo gray tho 🔥

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

Two years ago today! Planning to buy one.

[@drogo319]

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

[@decarsongrant5626]

😂😂

[@JC-jw2kw]

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

[@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.

[@cavansirhsnzad7704]

what is the name of color?

[@jdb316]

No ventilated seats or panoramic sunroof at $66K?

[@cheekyboyz8121]

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

[@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!

[@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

[@DrTropics]

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

[@shaunbailey4922]

You do some of the best work on youtube

[@rihaan.s]

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

[@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.

[@haviiithelegogunner907]

This spec in a M5 ❤️. Looks totally cool! Thank you for your work. Have a nice Sunday. Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪!

[@hahnarelli548]

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

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

Cool color! Really great commuting car. Thanks for the vid!

[@deadmanwwe]

why he block the speed ??

[@snelson7421]

We're considering purchasing the 2022 version of this vehicle. Great review! Thank 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‼️

[@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.

[@quentintheriot18]

Wow this is definitely something cool and interesting

[@RaitisRides]

I appreciate you letting me share it with you!

[@MauriceBln1]

Nice car and I like the wood in the interior. Better than piano black. And the large display looks great.

[@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!!!!!

[@jonnykromps9836]

Whoa! Love that color combo!

[@brianh_529]

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!

[@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 .

[@kumarnick52]

Awesome. Thanks !! Masterful as usual in a unique style. God Bless !!

[@toddwatkins9666]

I’m diggin the grill

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@nijaigreen660]

So does m5 comes with heated and cooled seats?

[@anthonybaez52]

Inside is cool

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like it!

[@dheeradjlachman9658]

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

[@shiningyrlife]

really like the contents you been putting out. Keep up the great work!

[@MostCedric]

I am ready. On throttle!

[@lorenzoantonio3461]

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

[@deshawnlovell4872]

Hi Joe love the color , grill and headlights

[@aadeeshdhiman6538]

A great car and a great review!!

[@FinancialFaiz]

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

[@EnigmaAbyss]

Is this car still worth buying in 2024? Found a few used ones online that look interesting...

[@YA-xi9nf]

Nice car. Thanks man for the great review.

[@sheharyarali4505]

that back scratcher and transformer stuff made me give this video 5 stars .. :D

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share the cars and laughs with you!

[@shyennegilzean5692]

Not a fan of hybrid or evs but love the car

[@joskjj3625]

This looks really good

[@BlueChipAdvance]

This is On my list 📝

[@realbrianh]

This color is amazing

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

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

[@muzikshobey1272]

Love this review

[@gtb5]

4 series grill is big but size isn't the most deterring aspect, it's the license plate across it right in the middle.

[@AidenRZ777]

This exterior is the best to get on every 2021 5 series IMO it just looks amazing although the black rims might be preferred

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right!

[@jimj2683]

Black rims look ghetto.

[@juve7]

Exhaust is functional?

[@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

[@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!

[@thatonebeone]

like this better.. simple and clean not over doing it

[@akosibopet]

love the front design very much

[@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.

[@rccarslover7143]

Is a m paket or not? On exterior can t see the m paket but inside yes

[@_baller]

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

[@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!

[@nothing9271]

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

[@vecernicek2]

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

[@felixlaw]

how to get that color option

[@masafarmi7709]

That needs full black wheels to complete the style.

[@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

[@gurugamer8632]

Is this se or msport ?

[@kingeldridgeroyal9722]

Love the color. Nice Beemer