BMW announces the updated, seventh-generation 5 Series Sedan for 2021. With improvements in exterior and interior design, aerodynamics and technology, plus the introduction of a new 48-volt mild hybrid system, the 5 Series continues to deliver cutting-edge technology and performance.

The 2021 BMW 5 Series lineup includes the: 248-hp 530i and 530i xDrive; 288-hp 530e and 530e xDrive PHE; 335-hp 540i and 540i xDrive; and the 523-hp M550i xDrive.

The exterior of the BMW 5 Series sports a cleaner surface design. The most striking feature is the new BMW Kidney Grille design with resculpted headlamps. The new grille is taller and wider, reaching further down into the front bumper cover and is surrounded by a one piece grille element. The vertical grille slats are more pronounced and extend further into the air flow.

The rear of the 5 Series is accentuated by new, standard trapezoidal tailpipe finishers integrated into the lower bumper area. New rear L-shaped taillights feature black edging and three-dimensional lenses.

The interior of the 2021 model is highlighted by the standard Live Cockpit Professional with iDrive 7 -- a 12.3-inch digital instrument display and a 12.3-inch digital central touchscreen control display (up from previous 10.25 inches).

The latest version of BMW's quick-shifting automatic transmission features a new, optimized hydraulic control system for improved response and efficiency. The Steptronic Sport transmission, standard in the M550i xDrive sedan, offers even sportier shift characteristics and faster gear changes while shift paddles on the steering wheel allow for rapid manual gear changes.

The 5 Series is offered with rear-wheel drive or intelligent all-wheel-drive system. The available power and torque of the M550i xDrive Sedan dictate that it comes standard with BMW's xDrive system.