BMW has no shortage of plug-in hybrid vehicles, and the 530e is another gorgeous option. This 5-series boasts the high class expected of the line while adding improved fuel economy. Whereas the past 530e capped out at 16 miles of electric range, the 2020-2022 model, by virtue of a larger 12-kWh battery pack, tacks on five extra miles for a total of 21. While the under-the-trunk battery placement shaves the rear cargo space down from 19 cubic feet in the gas model to 15 in the 530e, sacrificing four cubes for the ability to travel petroleum-free is a sensible trade-off.

Lest drivers be limited to 21 miles of range, the 530e’s 113-horsepower electric motor is joined by a 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo inline four-cylinder engine and a generator that burns gas to juice up the battery when your plug-in charge runs out. The trio provides a total range of 330 or 350 miles depending on whether the 530e is outfitted with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.

The 530e has three main drive modes. To extend your overall mileage, switch on Eco mode. For maximum performance, engage Sport mode. For a happy medium, select Comfort mode. There are also three sub-modes. Max eDrive runs exclusively on electricity unless you floor it. Battery Control maintains battery-charge via electricity generation. Lastly, Auto eDrive trusts the vehicle to engage the powertrain in the most efficient manner. Whether you’re concerned with performance or avoiding pollution, the 530e has you covered.