Is the 2021 BMW M550i a real M5 performance sedan you should buy?

[@nbahighlightsbymeme1835]

TO WHOM EVER READING, THANK GOD YOU ARE ALIVE TO READ THIS AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU WITH GREAT HEALTH AND WEALTH

[@yes8032]

Probably one of the best premium sedans on sale right now

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right

[@edwardvalivonis23]

No Genesis this time?😆

[@paladin3116]

@@edwardvalivonis23 generic pee wee 4/6 cylinder sedan

[@tharealwilliewipeout]

What about compared to the ct5 blacking? Same price range

[@night5091]

@@tharealwilliewipeout Blackwing is very cool, you have to buy it. Def no leasing that beast. It’s rear wheel drive hence why it’s prob not faster then the M550 0-60. Being able to get a manual is great.

[@performingspecs7841]

The M550i is the ultimate sleeper! I previously owned the 2018 model and people would be so surprised when I would start it while in the parking lot. The cold start sounded brutal for a luxury sedan I guess. I own a X5M competition now but I still think about the M550 from time to time. Great review as always!

[@MauriceBln1]

I really like the car. It is much cheaper than the M5, but also has a lot of power (enough power in my eyes 😉) and has a more comfortable suspension.

[@autonewstv86]

*This the best looking BMW right now.* 👍

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@RaitisRides]

beauty is always in the eye of the beholder.

[@Alex-pu3ef]

@Jamal Lane x7 looks like a joke

[@mattmekhaeil]

@Jamal Lane x7 is ugly. The big grilles are hideous why do people like them

[@NS416]

M340i looks better

[@adama047]

About MY only zonk, is the fact of no ventilated seats. I now need a lottery win..... ON THROTTLE, all the time! Lori got some great angles on this. Thanks for all you do, lori!

[@RedCandleWax24]

Front ventilated seats is an option. 💵

[@23Piccolina]

Yeah, having 'fart extracting' seats is a true luxury for all those beer drinking guys out there.

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel Adam!

[@RaitisRides]

Should not be at this price point!

[@night5091]

I have ventilated seats. As said it’s just optional.

[@romanr2327]

Ready for the “ON THROTTLE”

[@Bambooforex1]

Always everytime.. that's why I watch his videos

[@mattmekhaeil]

That color is gorgeous haven’t seen it on any car as of late. Those rims are beautiful too

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one Matt!

[@joliettraveler]

I have a 2023 version. The color is extra charge.

[@eliotgarcia21]

I always love the 5 series. The perfect size and just the right sportiness.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@gregs8685]

The new 5 series is basically the same size as the older e32 7 series. The new 3 series is same size as the old e39 5 series.

[@Macleod644]

@@gregs8685 that’s one of the reasons I’m looking at buying the new G80 M3. It’s larger than it’s predecessors, and has power to match it’s curb weight under 4000lbs. Excited to say the least.

[@philliphortonRanger501]

The way my bank account set up , BMW out of my range LOL 😂 especially when they start having problems

[@SpaceZeee]

that's why you lease these cars. you DO NOT buy them

[@philliphortonRanger501]

@@SpaceZeee LOL 😂

[@kromahj]

You lease it for 36 months and return and pick another. It still going to have all the warranty.

[@philliphortonRanger501]

@@kromahj you got a point LOL 😂 I nevered leased any of my vehicles, Iam assuming it not bad tho rich people do it all the time lol 😂

[@philliphortonRanger501]

@FiatDuster 😩😩😩

[@Tmotley01]

I'm glad you reviewed this car. I'm in love with the M550i. I want one so bad.

[@RaitisRides]

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

[@danielrafael1385]

@@RaitisRides joe i love your videos by the way, one day can you please do a review on the 2021 cadillac xt5 please im thinking of buying one soon. thanks 🙏

[@omarcortes5754]

I´m not the biggest fan of BMW, but boy oh boy, this M5 looks so good.

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad that you like this one.

[@richardsteiner1729]

This is not an M5

[@wesleywalls7582]

“You can put Texas Instruments calculator or a Speak-n-Say back here...”. Awesome.

[@RaitisRides]

Oh yeah!

[@calvin4319]

I like how it doesn't have one of those new grills like the m2 and m3.

[@yes8032]

M2?

[@RaitisRides]

M2 doesn't have a large grill.

[@yes8032]

@@RaitisRides true

[@calvin4319]

@@RaitisRides my bad I meant m4 😭

[@kennythai1978]

The sound of that TURBO though I mean wow 😳

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it Kenny!

[@anthonybaez52]

13:34 ON THROTTLE!!!!!!! Yeahhhhhh it sounds awesome

[@RaitisRides]

Heck yeah Anthony!

[@Robert-cp9sc]

@6:11 Quarter mile 13.1s? Not sure that's right. This car can easily do quarter mile for low 12s.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the info!

[@LS1007]

12.9 @ 118mph so not far off. Car and Driver did 12.3 @120mph

[@Robert-cp9sc]

@@LS1007 Actually 2018 M550i does quarter mile around 12.3s with 450ish hp. Just looked in up from Carindigo, 2021 version can do as low as 11.8s.

[@LS1007]

@@Robert-cp9sc Yeah I looked it up too. It depends on the web site. They’re all different. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@grantadam6461]

The 0-60 time is the bigger issue with the m550. BMW claims 3.6, but it has problems with getting full power down in 1st gear. This 2021 LCI struggles to break 4 seconds to 60. Meanwhile the heavier m850 xDrive gran coupe rips to 60 in 3.5 with the same engine and power output.

[@edgaraxtli2970]

I love Lexus cars all of them,but that beautiful red on the BMW Is amazing,thanks for given us the opportunity to see ,such magnificents cars. Stay safe God bless.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Edgar!

[@uofan1]

You had more "on throttle" fun with this review...your second on the 2021 M550i. Of course, with the help of your first review, I bought one! It has the Nappa Leather with front ventilated seats...BEST car I've ever owned!!!

[@TheEasyeman]

I'm a simple man, I see "new Raiti video" I watch!! im not even looking for a new ride, just bought one

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Eric for that awesome dedication!

[@TrevForPresident]

Oh man, maybe the wheels and calipers start to reveal the secret, but this is a sweet, sweet sleeper. Great feature of a dream daily.

[@RaitisRides]

Great way to put it!

[@AbdullahHood]

Nice ride Joe! Enjoy the power

[@RaitisRides]

ON THROTTLE brother!

[@dylantoussaintinnocent5920]

Love this car luxurious and sportly at the same time 😎

[@davidcruz8263]

Awesome video as usual! The M550i is an amazing sedan. The ventilated seats aren’t on this car but it is only a 500 dollar option to have them which idk why this car didn’t have it.

[@johnblack4915]

Yeah don't have it..a deal breaker if u buy over the used car..ventilated seats are a most in my book especially I live in the South..no tri zone climate control neither..deal breaker..u better off getting a 2year old M5 for this price..even less lol

[@KingZD1]

@@johnblack4915 u can get a 2020 bmw m550i with 40k miles still with warranty for high 40's, u cant get a warranty m5 less than 70k lmfao

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

These offer a tremendous value, really quite impressive. This particular color is stunning too! Great review!!

[@RaitisRides]

You hit the nails right on the head!

[@zarbon700]

Only if you like overpaying for poor reliability and a lot of plastic components. Enjoy that massive depreciation.

[@kristians2704]

@@zarbon700 I bet you drive a boring Toyota or Honda. lmao

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

@@zarbon700 reliability is sort of irrelevant when buying new. If this car doesn’t have nice enough materials for you then basically every other car won’t either. Depreciation effects the majority of cars so that’s a moot point imo.

[@zarbon700]

@@kristians2704 I rather have a boring Toyota or Honda than a unreliable, overpriced BMW. Have fun with the constant trips to the dealership and mechanic for repairs.

[@aomana4357]

Interesting how they went with a non-square setup for the tire size on an AWD vehicle. For every other car, people say it's a no no.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@TheXeonShock]

Damn, 20-way adjustable passenger seat. Mind blowing haha.

[@RaitisRides]

I know right!

[@softroseforyou7457]

Give me the performance of this car with the interior and exterior of the E53 AMG Sedan and it would be perfect.

[@DavidRodriguez-je1lg]

This car is a beast I had a 2017 550i x drive and I would deff call it a sleeper most people have no clue a 5 series comes with a v8 twin turbo . For the people complaining about the reliability the obviously never owned one . It was a 3 year lease I had absolutely no issues with it

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your ownership experience!

[@henrybrar]

M550i is a mixture of Performance, Luxury & Comfort. Most complete car ever available for the right price.

[@RaitisRides]

You nailed it!

[@donwilber1628]

Quarter mile times are in the high 11 second range bone stock. Unless you plan to track your car, this is the 5 to get. The ride is much smoother for a daily driver than the M5, and with a 0-60 in the mid 3s you're still faster than 99% of the cars on the road. And if you must, there are kits that can drop those quarter times into the 10s for not a ton of cash.

[@malsmith2012]

I know when he said 13.1 I was like no way can't be that slow with that power..

[@BoxingWave]

The way this guy gives details on the features are top notch!!! He's excellent!!

[@_.Bebop._]

BMW's 4.4L TT V8's Are Just Built Different. They Just Sound Sooo Good. My Personal Favorite V8. Edit: Mercedes's And Audi's V8's Sound Amazing. I Was Just Mentioning My Opinion.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right man!

[@dsell37]

No standard ventilated seats in front AND back nor a panoramic roof at nearly $100K is a major zonk

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED Daniel!

[@MikeL-FL]

Disagree. Panoramic roofs are a recipe for rattles. Never had one that didn't rattle, from ANY brand.

[@CA-ew2om]

Whoever built/ordered this car did awful job on the configuration. Aventurine Red metallic exterior color ($1950 option) on Cognac interior with Blue calipers? They should have went with Red Calipers. Bowers & Wilkins is a $3400 option by the way so this is why MSRP is $93k. At least they got the wheels right, the 668M wheels are 🔥 btw, Ventilated seats are a $500 option but these not available with Cognac interior.

[@koolkitties8552]

BMW means bring my wallet lol

[@yes8032]

Ofcourse I would bring the wallet to buy this beauty

[@RaitisRides]

LOL Perfect!

[@RaitisRides]

I see what you did there!

[@claytonporsche]

No heat extractors in hood, ventilated seats, Bombay armrest doors that you have to lift items over, lack of a panoramic moon roof and the info system looks like an add on - I prefer them built into the dash or like Ram is doing with their trucks. For my money the vehicle should be more aggressive and wider and better optioned - it basically looks like every other sedan in its class but lacking options but for $93K USD - not special enough for my taste. Joe, please keep the wonderful reviews coming!

[@RaitisRides]

Very good points Clayton! You got it!

[@rickj6048]

13.1 quarter mile time? I think you're off by two seconds or more. 6:03

[@gogz1981]

Yep, and 109mph is off as well..more like 116-118mph

[@RaitisRides]

It's 12.1 sorry about that!

[@PSA955]

What a great car, makes the M5 seem like overkill, and more practical. Great review, thanks Joe. Off to my BMW dealer, tomorrow!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you! I really appreciate your awesome support!

[@p_enta5012]

I would get this over the m5 any day. the m5 is just too much power. The only problem I have with the facelifted 5 series is the exterior design. I feel they ruined it. the taillights on this model.. yikes. the new bmw taillight design doesn't work with the shape of them. The headlights don't have the classic bmw halos, and the front grille is much too big. Get a 2017 m550i over this, same car, but better looking and cheaper.

[@Network-Mike]

I had an E39 540i M-Sport w/ a 6spd. I think it may be time to get back in a 5 series! This thing is sharp!

[@clandfaf]

I would never afford this car but it is sexy inside and out. Really clean lines and the paint and rims are SICK! Will look online and see if anyone has an aftermarket exhaust on one of these.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you.

[@mamtabanerjee2853]

The shutters close to preserve the heat joe

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

WOW!!!!! This is Definitely My Favorite Sedan By BMW & This Car Is Clean Inside & Out.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@raybrooking8084]

25 year old styling. Try the Jaguar XFRS.

[@ejr5480]

I have ventilated seats in my M550i. Maybe that option wasn’t ordered for that car.

[@anthonybaez52]

Inside is cool

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@Iang343]

I love it does this car feel like it's a very long car to drive?

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one Ian!

[@stellantistom6881]

How are you Joe? BMW M5! LET'S GO!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Hey Tom! let's do it!

[@stellantistom6881]

@@RaitisRides ;D

[@aadityad8057]

You two always nail it with your reviews.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that! It really means the world!

[@mystictk4149]

Joe you know I love my BMW’s and I love this one just as much and the color is perfect.

[@anthonybaez52]

6:50 woah it sounds cool

[@thinkabout602]

Now that's a state of the art automobile - except for the lack of ventilated seats. It's cold in Germany but it's hotter than hell in our southern states. 🔥

[@RaitisRides]

I can just imagine!

[@jeffseltzer]

Went from 2017 540i M Sport to 2020 M340i. Found the M340i not quite as fast as M550i, but it's SO much more fun to drive.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great ownership input Jeff!

[@rahxe80]

I finally got to see one of these in person and at first sight I thought it was a 7 series because how big it is . Very nice car but I wish bmw would bring the proportions back down to midsize .

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel!

[@germanium1872]

Love the styling on this car, they completely nailed it.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@RKO859]

Sweet ride and awesome review as always. Thank you and Lori as well

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Jack! We are so glad that we can bring it to you!

[@aadeeshdhiman6538]

Love the car!!! Thanks for bringing it Joe!

[@Benscarreviews]

Sweet car! BMW model names make my head spin though😂so many numbers and letters

[@bigeasy228]

Thank You Lori for bringing us that Beautiful BMW 550 I...!!!

[@RaitisRides]

She is awesome!

[@PlayafromtheHimalayas]

Raiti's reviews solidified two car purchases for me. If my wife sees this 550, the Lexus might be gone!

[@brentedwards3622]

I’m late on this one but, that’s a beautiful car and looks and sounds like a blast to drive but, can be a super comfortable car also. Always loved the 3 and 5 series BMWs

[@anthonybaez52]

It’s definitely like the m5

[@night5091]

The color is worth every penny, was $1950. But glad went with it. Few others ordered same color after seeing mine. One of the best sedans for the $. And it sounds better than the M5.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Jerry for sharing your thoughts on this one! I am so glad that you like this one.

[@night5091]

@@RaitisRides Anytime man! If you watch the options. It’s a great choice. Can nicely spec car for $85k or so. Before discounts. Which can get 9% off at dealer without much fanfare.

[@Cgee3]

This is a press car for automotive testing. Thats the only thing that makes sense with it not being equipped with ventilated seats. I believe these get crushed eventually. Sick car for the most part. Id change the interior color and add the butt coolers.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@luisurbieta8924]

Love this BMW M550I but just like you've zonked the lack of Ventilated Seats what would've happen if BMW had gotten a straight up ten, pure perfection?

[@RaitisRides]

never going to happen.

[@portknoxxa]

Talk about a sweet spot. Option it for under 80k and it's a great choice. Only zonks are the options that should be standard, but heated seats, steering wheel and the driver nannies.

[@RaitisRides]

Very good point!

[@ramoncarter6585]

A beautiful car with nice tan interior which a tan color interior makes a car cabin look so beautiful instead of charcoal which looks so cold. The phrase of BMW THE ULTIMATE DRIVER MACHINE with all that power worth to buy if driving on the freeway going fast more a city car than around town car driving use as grocery getter or church.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share this one with you Ramon!

[@greatestmanalive7423]

This bavarian motor works sedan is extremely exotic and fast

[@RaitisRides]

So very true!

[@RealAnthonyJones]

The 5 is the best looking midsize german sedan out right now. 5 > a6 > e

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right!

[@matthewjocoy4109]

13.1" 1/4 mile time you mentioned seems really conservative to me. You sure? I got a 13.08 in my stock 370z one time and this is surely a hell of a lot quicker.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that info.

[@RaitisRides]

It's 12. sec in the 1/4 mile. Sorry about that.

[@aboveaveragesavage]

The seats can be optioned to be heated and cooled but that pushes the more to 95 k but damn that cognac colored leather is to die for

[@RaitisRides]

That is exactly my point.

[@nelsmunson8420]

I really like that M550i Joe, The color is a really neat color 👍👍👍

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share it with you!

[@1slonata]

Afternoon Joe!

[@Sakralbekaa]

Hey Joe, your various selections of food and drinks in the car pockets always make me chuckle!

[@anthonybaez52]

A 4.4L V8 strong engine

[@CarShark]

Man that BMW is a sweet car great video Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@mariowhyte2816]

This Bimmer is a thing of beauty!!! I love it!!! Thanks to you Joe and Lori for keeping our days going that much better in this crazy crazy world!!! #RaitisRides #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesForDays #OnThrottleAgain #LoriGotAngles #CameraQueen #Zonkmeister #OnThrottleAllOverThePlace #IfYoureReadyImReady #BMW #M550i

[@RaitisRides]

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

[@wskenworth2585]

Just ordered my 2022:same color, mocha seats with ventilated, massaging seats and shadow line.

[@brianbueno7837]

BAM!!

[@RaitisRides]

Oh yeah!

[@nc8444]

Great review and awesome car. I'm anxiously waiting on my build to go into production. Might be 2-3 months until I'm driving this beauty!

[@wesleywalls7582]

What a stunning color, that blackberry red...great looking sedan.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@Bus_211]

Bro that car look nice

[@anthonybaez52]

Wow so cool

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad you like thus one.

[@imranbashir1980]

One of the finest performance sedans ever produced.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so right!

[@trailersspecial1056]

I dont want nobody have problems with bmw grill they got to upgrade like everyone else's too so dont expect they should carry on with the old small grill if they do what difference would it make ??? I love bmw new grills upgrade

[@RaitisRides]

Very cool!

[@brentengstrom5406]

Did a quick look at my local BMW dealerships and they don't have one these cars. So, if you can find one and can afford it, get it!

[@brentengstrom5406]

When your stuff starts moving around in the back, you know you are going fast, Yeah! 19:18

[@RaitisRides]

Very good point Brent!

[@RaitisRides]

Oh yeah! Good eyes!

[@rbassdo]

Love the Skittles Red exterior paint!

[@RaitisRides]

Nice man!

[@fluffyres6107]

Imagine living or working near the undisclosed location and you occasionally see a guy and somebody else bring a new car and just walk around it for 45 mins.

[@RaitisRides]

I always wonder what people think. I hope they are fans!

[@flanerpete2040]

Sweet ride! Always been a fan of the bimmer, having owned two.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that i can share it with you!

[@freshdotholla]

i actually know exactly where that “undisclosed location” is lol

[@RaitisRides]

Shhhh! Don't tell anyone.

[@uofan1]

🤣😂 I just left a comment on your earlier review of this car...in this review you found out about the electronically adjustable side bolstering...in the other video you clearly hadn't. Anyway, I bought one of these cars, thanks to reviews like yours, and love the seats...and side bolstering! Thanks! On throttle!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for watching all of my reviews!

[@uofan1]

@@RaitisRides of course! By the way...we now have the M550i and a "22 Kia Stinger GT2 in Ascot Green, I love our garage! Having driven a lot of cars (not as many as you) I can say that Stinger FEELS like a German car! Designed by an Audi guy and engendered by a former big wig at the BMW M Division, it makes sense. It's solidly built, fast, and all the rest that a German car brings...and looks fantastic! Anyway, thanks...and on throttle!

[@gsdbp7893]

Joe would you get an m5 comp or an m4 comp? Want a BMW as like my first luxury car when I get older and really like this gen.

[@yes8032]

I would definitely get a m5 competition yes it’s more expensive but better

[@gsdbp7893]

@@yes8032 I played around in the config...Made an all black one and it was craxy

[@SSaugaCriss]

M4 xdrive

[@yes8032]

@@gsdbp7893 🔥🔥

[@johnholst]

Great video Joe! To me at least, this is the best 5 Series. The M5 is just too expensive and too harsh (for me). This is the sweet spot!

[@RaitisRides]

I agree with you John! Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@thenovicegamer007]

Yes the ride quality of the M5 is way too harsh. And really this M550i has all the performance you will ever need.

[@johnholst]

@@thenovicegamer007 Agreed! Maybe I'm just getting old, but the E63 and M5 are just too rough.

[@thenovicegamer007]

@@johnholst Maybe not the E63, but the M5 is definitely too stiff!

[@LS1007]

Beautiful car but too deep for my pockets. If I spend that much it better have ventilated seats. Every time I see M on a BMW I’m confused as to is it an M or not an M? Thanks for the review Joe. You and Lori are the best!! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel Larry!

[@peterhadfield9840]

What's not to love. This car is a beauty inside and out!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@jakes5530]

My dad’s got a couple year old 540 msport. This would be a great upgrade. Or maybe a CPO m850 gran coupe

[@RaitisRides]

Nice call!

[@lowspark68]

It needs the Dynamic Handling Package ($3,600 extra) to counter suspension and body roll issues in this very powerful and rather heavy vehicle, but it's well worth it. Fabulous and understated. Shocking performance.

[@bimmerboyz9052]

the color combo on this one is amazing

[@DEVILTAZ35]

The Grille looks much better than other new models in the range.

[@razihk1]

Nice review! Getting this soon in tanzanite blue!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks! That will be beautiful!