550i Sedan

2011 550i Sedan - Joy blends artistry, agility, and a shot of adrenaline.
Joy blends artistry, agility, and a shot of adrenaline.
Starting at $59,700 MSRP
4.4 liter, V8 with TwinPower Turbo technology
400 horsepower
Rear-wheel drive
25 mpg hwy*
*EPA-estimated figures only.
Your actual mileage will vary.

Standard Features
Performance and efficiency
4.4-liter, 32-valve 400-hp V-8 engine with TwinPower Turbo technology, piezo direct fuel injection, 4 overhead camshafts, and Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timingDirect ignition system with knock control
Electronically controlled engine cooling (map cooling)6-speed manual transmission
Handling, ride and braking
Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers4-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes (ABS) with composite front rotors and Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), and brake pad wear indicators
Vehicle-speed-sensitive variable-assist (Servotronic), variable-ratio power steeringDynamic Stability Control (DSC), including Brake Fade Compensation, Start-off Assistant, Brake Drying, and Brake Stand-by features; with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
Electronic limited-slip differentialBrake Energy Regeneration system
Exterior and aerodynamics
Star Spoke (Style 330) 18 x 8.0 light alloy wheels, 245/45 run-flat1 all-season tires2Xenon Adaptive Headlights with dynamic auto-leveling, LED Corona headlight-rings and Cornering Lights
Front foglightsRain-sensing windshield wipers with adjustable speed
Power adjustable, heated, folding, body-color side-view mirrors
Interior seating and trim
10-way power-adjustable driver's and front passenger's seat with 4-way lumbar support, and memory system for driver's seat, steering wheel and outside mirrorsDakota Leather upholstery and door trim (Leather includes seat surfaces, armrests in center console and doors, headrests for front seats and outer rear seats, and gear shift lever boot)
Dark Wood trimOpen storage compartments in all doors and front seatback storage
Fold-up rear seat center armrestFloor mats
Audio system
Anti-theft AM/FM stereo/CD audio system with Auto-Store, FM diversity antenna system, and MP3 capabilitiesHigh-fidelity 12-speaker sound system, including 2 subwoofers under the front seats, and digital 7-channel amplifier with 205 watts of power
HD Radio™ with "multicast" FM station receptionSatellite radio preparation
Comfort and convenience
Engine Start/Stop buttonVehicle & Key Memory
2-way power moonroof with remote, expanded "one-touch" operation, anti-trapping feature, and sliding interior sunshadePower windows with key-off and "one touch" up and down operation both front and rear, anti-trapping feature, opening from remote, and closing from exterior lock
Automatic climate control with separate left/right temperature and air distribution controls, with automatic air recirculationMicro-filter ventilation system with replaceable active-charcoal filters
Automatic tilt-down of passenger's side-view mirror (when car is shifted into reverse gear)Power tilt and telescopic steering wheel with automatic tilt-up for easy entry and exit
Park Distance Control (front and rear)Automatic-dimming interior rear-view mirror and exterior side-view mirrors
Interior Ambiance lightingInterior courtesy lights with automatic dimming function
Front map lights and rear reading lights with separate controls for the left and rightDual front sun visors with illuminated mirrors
Dual cupholders in front and rearAutomatic headlight on/off control
Fully finished trunk with interior and remote trunk releasePower outlet in front passenger's footwell, front center console storage compartment, rear center console, and in trunk
Glove compartment
Instrumentation and controls
3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel with controls for audio system, cruise control, and Bluetooth® wireless communication for hands-free mobile phone (if so equipped)3Electronic analog speedometer and tachometer
iDrive system with on-board computer and Controller, and 8 programmable memory buttonsCondition-based Service display with additional functions accessible through iDrive system
Service Interval Indicator and expanded Check Control vehicle monitor systemTire Pressure Monitor
Rear-window defrosterDynamic Cruise Control4
Hard drive-based Navigation system with voice feedback, Voice command system and Real Time Traffic InformationIntegrated 3-button Universal garage-door opener
Safety and security
Driver's and passenger's front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with advanced technology: dual-threshold, dual-stage deployment; and front-passenger seat sensors designed to prevent unnecessary airbag deployment3-point safety belts with force limiters and head restraints at all seating positions
Active Head Restraints for driver and front passengerFront- and rear-seat Head Protection System (HPS)
Front-seat side-impact airbagsAcoustic safety-belt warning
Front safety belts with automatic pretensionersLATCH attachments on child-restraint safety installation
Interlocking door anchoring system to help protect against door intrusion in side impactsBMW's Advanced Safety System for integrated deployment of passive and active safety features
Crash sensor that activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump and starter from battery; automatically unlocks doors, and turns on hazard and interior lightsAnti-theft alarm system with keyhead remote operation and interior motion detector
Remote keyless entry security alarm system with selective unlocking and double-lock feature (programmed at BMW center), remote trunk opening, interior motion detector, and panic featureAdaptive Brake Lights
Bluetooth wireless technology for hands-free calling (with Bluetooth compatible mobile phone, if so equipped3), phonebook downloading and speech recognition capabilities (please visit your authorized BMW center for details on standard and optional services)BMW Assist™ Safety Plan: includes four years of Automatic Collision Notification, Emergency Request, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Door Unlock, Stolen Vehicle Recovery, Customer Relations, TeleService; MyInfo lets you send business locations and street addresses directly to your BMW and Navigation system (if so equipped)
BMW Services
BMW Ultimate Service™ (for complete details on BMW Ultimate Service, visit bmwusa.com/ultimateservice)
  • 1 Run-flat tires do not come equipped with a spare tire and wheel.
  • 2 Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential damages.
  • 3 Check for a list of BMW-compatible Bluetooth enabled mobile phones at your authorized BMW center or bmwusa.com.
  • 4 Cruise Control is not a substitute for the driver's own responsibility in adjusting speed and otherwise controlling the vehicle. After evaluating the road, traffic and visibility conditions, the driver must decide whether and how the system is used.