BMW 540i xDrive performance summary
The 2026 BMW 540i xDrive makes 375 hp and 540 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 4.6s, about 4.3s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 12.56s.
On Carspeed's data it is brisk — quicker off the line than 79% of the cars in our database, with more power than 68% of them and a higher top speed than 70%. That works out to roughly 187 per horsepower at list price.
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How the BMW 540i xDrive ranks against 1,292 cars
BMW 540i xDrive vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 540i xDrive | 375 | 4.6s | 250 km/h | 12.56s |
| Audi S5 Avant | 362 | 4.6s | 250 km/h | 12.56s |
| Cadillac CT5-V | 360 | 4.6s | 250 km/h | 12.56s |
| BMW M440i xDrive Coupe | 386 | 4.5s | 250 km/h | 12.46s |
| Audi S5 Sedan | 362 | 4.5s | 250 km/h | 12.46s |
| Audi SQ5 Sportback | 362 | 4.5s | 250 km/h | 12.46s |
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BMW 540i xDrive FAQ
What is the BMW 540i xDrive 0-60 mph time?
The BMW 540i xDrive does 0-60 mph in about 4.3s, based on its 4.6s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the BMW 540i xDrive?
The listed top speed is 155 mph, or 250 km/h.
How much horsepower does the BMW 540i xDrive have?
The BMW 540i xDrive is listed at 375 hp with 540 Nm of torque.
What is the BMW 540i xDrive quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the BMW 540i xDrive quarter-mile at 12.56s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the BMW 540i xDrive?
Similar performance rivals include Audi S5 Avant, Cadillac CT5-V, BMW M440i xDrive Coupe.