BMW Hybrid Cars: Fuel Economy, Features, And Pricing In Detail

As electric power starts to become more and more mainstream each year, hybrid vehicles are becoming the most attractive option for many buyers across the United States. Bridging the gap between combustion engines and full electric power, hybrids combine the best of both worlds from the two different types of powertrain.

Instead of regular hybrids, plug-in hybrid technology is a massive popular route to take, with the bigger battery leading to better range. Quite a few European brands invest heavily in hybrid technology and electric power in general, but very few have the same level of ambition as BMW. The Munich-based brand is currently in the early stages of transitioning to all-electric, offering four different plug-in hybrid vehicles that excel in their respective classes, as well as giving a taste of what’s to come in the future.

Despite all-electric power seemingly being the future for many brands, including BMW, hybrids are outpacing EVs in terms of sales. By February 2024, hybrid vehicles made up 8.9 percent of the U.S. market share, a 45 percent increase from the prior year, according to Edmunds. With BMW’s 2024 hybrid fleet covering both the sedan and SUV segments, here’s what you can expect from each for their price tags.

In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from BMW’s manufacturer websites and other authoritative sources, including Fuelecomony.gov, Consumer Reports, and Edmunds. The Models below have been ranked based on their starting MSRP.

1 2024 BMW 330e Sedan

Starting MSRP: $45,600

In 2024, the cheapest BMW hybrid model on sale is the 330e sedan, which starts at $45,600. The long-running 3 Series model received a refresh in 2024, which included some exterior design tweaks as well as a heavy technology refresh inside the cabin. The 330e sedan is also the smallest BMW hybrid this year but still offers solid performance and efficiency. As per Consumer Reports, the 2024 BMW 3 Series has a predicted reliability score of 59/100, putting the BMW hybrid’s reliability into the average segment.

Performance Specifications

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Regarding the combustion engine under the hood of the 2024 BMW 330e, the 2.0-liter twin-turbocharged four-cylinder produces 181 horsepower on its own. Paired with the combustion engine is an eDrive electric motor that produces 107 horsepower, which brings to total power output to 288 horsepower. The more expensive xDrive version of the 330e, starting at $47,600, shares the same performance stats, but comes with an all-wheel-drive driveline.

With a rear-wheel-drive driveline, BMW rates the 330i’s top speed at a solid 130 miles per hour, while it goes from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 5.5 seconds. If you want the thrill of speedy gear changes, the transmission comes with both sport and manual shift modes with paddle shifters behind the three-spoke leather-wrapped sport steering wheel.

The key selling point for a plug-in hybrid is the efficiency, allowing you to switch to electric-only mode for shorter journeys and/or urban environments. When running of pure electricity, the 2024 BMW 330e has a total range of up to 22 miles, as per the EPA. In terms of MPGe, the 330e has a combined rating of 73 MPGe, with 27 MPG when running on premium fuel only with no electricity involved.

Interior Features And Technology

Moving inside, BMW has built itself a solid reputation for providing luxury through premium materials and cutting-edge technology. Building off the 2023 refresh for the 3 Series, the 330e comes with the Live Cockpit Plus feature. This includes the massive curved display, which includes a 12.3-inch instrument cluster beside a sizable 14.9-inch center information display. The cabin also features all the essential connectivity features, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

As for driver assistance and safety technology, the 2024 330e comes with plenty of features to help you stay safe on the road. the 330e comes with the front and rear head protection system, frontal collision warning, automatic City Collision Mitigation and braking, along with the active protection system which detects imminent accidents and deploys all necessary safety features.

2 2025 BMW X5 xDrive50e

Starting MSRP: $73,100

Moving up to plug-in hybrid SUVs, BMW offers the cheapest, the X5 xDrive50e, which starts at $73,100. In comparison to the 2024 model, the all-new 2025 X5 carries over into the new model year with no significant changes to the design style but comes with updated drive assistance features that are sure to add to the experience behind the wheel.

In 2024, the BMW X5 plug-in hybrid received an overall predicted reliability score of 53/100 from Consumer Reports, slightly less than the 330e sedan. However, the X5 xDrive50e received 98/100 for its road test, with its quick acceleration and smooth ride being standout elements of the hybrid SUV.

Performance Specifications

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In terms of performance, the 2025 X5 xDrive50e offers a big step up in power in comparison to the 330e sedan, which is more than expected. Powering the SUV is a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged six-cylinder, which produces 289 horsepower by itself. Paired with the eDrive 194-horsepower electric motor, the X5 hybrid puts down an impressive 483 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque.

Due to the 2025 model being so new, official fuel economy ratings aren’t yet available for the X5 xDrive50e. However, with the model carrying over the same powertrain, we can look at the 2024 statistics to gauge what to expect from the new model. The 2024 X5 hybrid has a combined rating of 58 MPGe, as per the EPA. As for its range of full-electric power, this comes in at 40 miles.

Interior Features And Technology

The same levels of quality and luxury from the 330e sedan are most definitely carried over for the 2025 X5 xDrive50e, while, of course, offering more space. The X5 also comes with a curved display feature, a 12.3-inch instrument cluster next to a sizable 14.9-inch center information display.

Along with including all the safety features from the 330e sedan, the 2025 X5 xDrive50e offers BMW’s Highway Assistant, which is an answer to Ford’s BlueCruise. This feature allows you to drive hands-free on controlled-access highways at speeds up to 85 miles per hour, but stresses the importance of staying aware of your surroundings at all times when using this feature, of course.

3 2024 BMW 750e xDrive Sedan

Starting MSRP: $107,00

In terms of luxury, the BMW 7 Series is the pinnacle of the segment for the Munich-based manufacturer. The plug-in hybrid version of the full-size sedan, the 2024 750e, starts at $107,000. In terms of appearance, the BMW 7 Series doesn’t change from the 2024 model year but introduces new features for the interior technology. Currently, the 2024 BMW 750e has yet to receive a predicted reliability score.

Performance Specifications

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Regarding the 2024 750e xDrive’s performance specifications, the largest hybrid sedan in the brand’s fleet shares its powertrain with the X5 xDrive50e. This gives the 750e a total power output of 483 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque, combining a 289-horsepower 3.0-liter six-cylinder with a 194-horsepower eDrive electric motor.

The 0 to 60 miles per hour time also stays the same at 4.6 seconds, but the 750e’s top speed drops slightly to 127 miles per hour. As with the X5 xDrive50e, there is no EPA-estimated range or fuel economy for the 2024 BMW 750e at the moment.

Interior Features And Technology

As BMW’s flagship luxury sedan, the 750e is expected to offer the highest level of comfort and elegance inside the cabin. The synthetic leather front seats feature the BMW curved display and all-glass center controls. However, the focus of the 7 Series range has shifted to the rear passenger seats. Looking up, you’ll see the panoramic Sky Lounge LED sunroof, with multicolor illumination for added accents.

For the 7 Series, you also have the option for the massive 31-inch BMW Theater Screen, which gives you the opportunity to watch just about anything that you while you recline in the power-adjustable rear seats, creating a cinema-like experience.

For safety, the 750e comes with all the modern tech inclusions you’d expect. This includes active blind spot protection, frontal collision warning with city collision mitigation, lane departure warning, and active park distance control.

4 2024 BMW XM

Starting MSRP: $159,000

At the top of BMW’s hybrid range in 2024 is the BMW XM, which starts at a hefty $159,000 for the base model. The increase in price compared to the rest of BMW’s hybrid range is justified by the performance-oriented nature of the crossover SUV, and that performance is pretty special to say the least. As of now, the 2024 BMW XM does not have any predicted reliability ratings.

Performance Specifications (Base 2024 XM)

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A major difference between the 2024 BMW XM and the rest of the brand’s hybrid range is the use of a beefy 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 as standard. In total, the V-8 combined with the electric motor puts down a whopping 644 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque. Alone, the electric motor puts down 194 horsepower and 206 pound-feet of torque Paired with its all-wheel-drive driveline, the XM is capable of a 0 to 60 miles per hour time of just 4.1 seconds.

The XM Label trim pushes the price tag up to $185,000 but further boosts the overall power output to 738 horsepower and 738 pound-feet of torque. The 4.4-lite V-8 comes in a higher tune to give the XM Label more power, with the electric motor’s performance specs staying the same as the base model. Currently, the XM Label holds the Pikes Peak Hill Climb record for any SUV, with a time of 10:48:60.

Regarding the fuel economy of the 2024 BMW XM, it doesn’t manage to hold up to the less powerful and less expensive BMW hybrids, but that can be expected from a performance-focused model. The 2024 XM has a combined EPA-estimated rating of 46 MPGe, with an electric-only range of 22 miles.

Interior Features And Technology

Due to being an M Performance model, the 2024 BMW XM takes a much more sporty approach to interior design. The M Performance package introduces plenty of carbon fiber components to the center console specifically, which is finished in a red and black leather upholstery design. The 12.3-inch instrument cluster and 14.9-inch center information display also come with the XM as part of the Curved Display setup.

As with the BMW 750e, the 2024 XM includes advanced safety technology alongside its purpose, that being performance in this case. This includes features like active blind spot detection, lane departure warning, and frontal collision warning with city collision mitigation. The standard parking assistant professional is also equipped in the 2024 XM to help with parking at slower speeds.