01 · Overview
The diesel comes of age
The 530d debuted in autumn 1998 with the M57 — BMW’s first six-cylinder diesel with common-rail. 184 PS and 390 Nm turned the diesel 5 Series into a genuinely composed touring car for the first time, without the typical diesel clatter; from 2000 output rose to 193 PS.
As Sedan and Touring, the 530d became a favourite among high-mileage drivers — and the M57 the engine that established the reputation of BMW’s diesels.
02 · History
Einordnung
- 1998 Market launch as the first BMW with a common-rail six-cylinder diesel.
- 2000 Power increase to 193 PS as part of the facelift.
- 2003 Replaced by the E60 530d.
03 · Body variants
Body variants
Sedan and Touring
The Touring is regarded as the model line's classic long-distance motorway car.
04 · Engines
M57D30 verified
Same base as the 330d — known to be extremely durable.
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| Hubraum | 2.926 cm³ |
| Leistung | 184 PS (135 kW), ab 2000 193 PS (142 kW) |
| Drehmoment | 390 Nm, 410 Nm from 2000 (each from 1,750/min) |
| Bauart | R6 diesel, common-rail, VTG turbo |
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05 · Buying guide
Buying guide coming soon
As with the 330d: swirl flaps, air mass sensor, turbo. Bodywork: wheel arches and jack points.
06 · The competition
The competition
Mercedes E 320 CDI
The direct rival — similarly powerful, tuned for greater comfort.
07 · Sources