BMW 535 Forum : “528xi vs. 535xi”

There are only minor differences between these two models.  The styling, both interior and exterior, are identical.  The 535xi has some additional safety features and creature comforts.  The tangible items are listed below.

Headlamps: (Difference is better visibility)
528xi = Standard
535xi = Xenon High Intensity

Price: (Difference $5,100)
528xi = $46,500
535xi = $51,600

Mileage: (Difference 1 mpg)
528xi = 17 city/25 highway
535xi = 16 city/24 highway

Horsepower: (Difference 70 hp/100 ft-lbs)
528xi = 230 hp/200 ft-lbs
535xi = 300 hp/300 ft-lbs

You can obtain additional details at the Edmunds website (http://www.edmunds.com/).