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2010 BMW 5 Series
Sedan · 2010–2027 · 5 Series, 5 Series Gran Turismo, 5 Series Wagon, ActiveHybrid 5, M5, M5 Touring
Which year to buy
Best betNo standoutNo year is clearly better than the rest
Newest we'd buy2025The latest year rated a good buy
Avoid2012Far more serious problems than usual
Be careful2010–2011, 2013, 2015, 2018, 2024More problems; check the recalls were done
Too new to judge: 2026. Give a new year a year or two of owner reports.
Bar height: serious owner complaints to NHTSA for that year per car on the road, against this model's usual year.
2010CAREFULSerious complaints 2.0× usual, mostly engine and fuel system
156 serious complaints of 181, the most about engine (41) and fuel system (37); per car on the road, 2.0× this model's usual year. 4 recalls.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2010 BMW 528I. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated and flashed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that fuel was leaking form the engine. The contact was unaware of what part needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Apr 2024
“Fuel injectors failed at 51000 miles casuing loss of engine power randomly without warning extremely dangerous while on the highway. Technician states I need all six injectors replaced.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the fuel system, Dec 2015
Fixes and extended coverage
- Repair program Vehicles with the N63 high performance engine are engineered with EfficientDynamics that provides fueleconomy without compromising on its “class leading” power and performance. (B110614, Mar 2025)
From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.
181 owner complaints · 4 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 13–22 mpg · NHTSA: Not rated · 2010 trims and features
Every 5 Series year's verdict →
Verdicts computed from NHTSA owner complaints, defect investigations and recalls. Cars on the road from New York State registrations. (How we judge.) Data checked 2026-10-06.
Trims and features
What changed for 2010
First year we have trim data for.
2010 5 Series trims
| 528i | 528i xDrive | 535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | |||||
| Engine | 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder | 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder | 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline 6-cylinder | 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline 6-cylinder | 4.8-liter V-8 |
| Horsepower | 230 hp | 230 hp | 300 hp | 300 hp | 360 hp |
| Torque | 200 lb-ft | 200 lb-ft | 300 lb-ft | 300 lb-ft | 360 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Automatic: STEPTRONIC Manual: — | Automatic: STEPTRONIC Manual: — | Automatic: STEPTRONIC Manual: — Sport Automatic: Sport Automatic | Automatic: STEPTRONIC Manual: — | Automatic: STEPTRONIC Manual: — Sport Automatic: Sport Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | Automatic / Manual | Automatic / Manual | Automatic / Manual / Sport Automatic | Automatic / Manual | Automatic / Manual / Sport Automatic |
| Size and capability | |||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 191.1 in | 191.1 in | 191.1 in | 191.1 in | 191.1 in |
| Curb weight | Automatic: 3,571 lb Manual: 3,505 lb | Automatic: 3,704 lb Manual: 3,670 lb | Automatic: 3,703 lb Manual: 3,660 lb Sport Automatic: — | Automatic: 3,946 lb Manual: 3,902 lb | Automatic: 3,968 lb Manual: 3,946 lb Sport Automatic: — |
| Tech | |||||
| Apple CarPlay | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Android Auto | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Head-up display | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Audio | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Speakers | 10 + option | 10 + option | 10 + option | 10 + option | 10 + option |
| Driver assistance | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Lane keeping | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Parking sensors | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Front, Rear |
| Comfort | |||||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather + option | Synthetic Leather + option | Synthetic Leather + option | Synthetic Leather + option | Leather + option |
| Heated seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Driver seat memory | Driver Seat + option | Driver Seat + option | Driver Seat + option | Driver Seat + option | Driver Seat + option |
| Climate zones | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Exterior | |||||
| Sunroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof |
| Wheels | 17 in + option | 17 in + option | 17 in + option | 17 in + option | 17 in + option |
| Headlights | Halogen + option | Halogen + option | HID Projector | HID Projector | HID Projector |
Packages and options (54)
| 528i | 528i xDrive | 535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Weather Package $750 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| M Sport Package $4,500 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Premium Package $2,200 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Sport Package $2,900 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| 6-Speed Sport Automatic Transmission | — | — | Optional | — | Optional |
| 6-Speed STEPTRONIC Automatic Transmission | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Xenon Adaptive Headlights | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Comfort Access | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 3-Stage Heated Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 2-Stage Heated Rear Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 20-Way Power Multi-Contour Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Sunshades | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Split-Folding Lockable Rear Seats and Ski Bag | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 6-Disc CD Changer | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| HD Radio $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| iPod and USB Adapter $400 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Logic7 Surround Sound System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| SIRIUS Satellite Radio with One-Year Subscription | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Active Steering with Servotronic Power Assist | Optional | — | Optional | — | Optional |
| Head-Up Display $1,200 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| High-Beam Assistant | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning $950 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Night Vision $2,200 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Park Distance Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Rear-Seat Side-Impact Airbags | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 18-Inch Star Spoke Style 124 Wheels | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| 18-Inch Double Spoke Style 135M Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| 19-Inch Double Spoke Style 172M Wheels | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| 17-Inch V Spoke Style 245 Wheels | — | — | — | — | Standard |
| 18-Inch Star Spoke Style 246 Wheels | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| 17-Inch V Spoke Style 277 Wheels | — | — | Standard | Standard | — |
| 17-Inch Double Spoke Style 278 Wheels | Standard | Standard | — | — | — |
| Bamboo Anthracite Wood | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Light Poplar Wood | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Pentan Aluminum | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Alpine White | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Sapphire Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carbon Black Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Deep Green Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Deep Sea Blue Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Jet Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Monaco Blue Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Platinum Bronze Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Platinum Gray Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Space Gray Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Titanium Silver Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Beige Leatherette | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Black Dakota Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Leatherette | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Cream Beige Dakota Leather $1,450 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Gray Dakota Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Natural Brown Dakota Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Most-reported problem | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 255 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 375–483 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 717 hp | AWD, RWD | 13–31 mpg | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 255 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 375–483 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 717 hp | AWD, RWD | 13–31 mpg | Not rated | 0 | 1 | Electrical system (1) | — |
| 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 255 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 375–483 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 717 hp | AWD, RWD | 13–31 mpg | Not rated | 2 | 3 | Steering (1) | Yes |
| 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 255 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 375 hp | AWD, RWD | 28–30 mpg | — | 6 | 18 | Service brakes, hydraulic (8) | Yes |
| 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 181–248 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 335 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 523–600 hp | AWD, RWD | 17–28 mpg | Not rated | 1 | 9 | Engine (3) | Yes |
| 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 335 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 627 hp | AWD, RWD | 17–28 mpg | Not rated | 1 | 20 | Power train (5) | Yes |
| 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD, RWD | 17–28 mpg | Not rated | 4 | 30 | Electrical system (8) | Yes |
| 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 180–248 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 335 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 455–599 hp | AWD, RWD | 17–28 mpg | Not rated | 5 | 19 | Electrical system (6) | Yes |
| 2019 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 180–248 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 335 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 455–599 hp | AWD, RWD | 17–29 mpg | Not rated | 4 | 47 | Engine (13) | Yes |
| 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 180–248 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 335 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 455–599 hp | AWD, RWD | 17–29 mpg | Not rated | 3 | 106 | Air bags (46) | Yes |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 241 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 300 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 448–553 hp | AWD, RWD | 18–27 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 38 | Air bags (9) | Yes |
| 2016 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 241 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 300–335 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 448–553 hp manual available | AWD, RWD | 16–27 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 84 | Electrical system (33) | No |
| 2015 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 241 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 300–335 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 400–553 hp manual available | AWD, RWD | 16–26 mpg | Not rated | 2 | 97 | Electrical system (45) | No |
| 2014 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 241 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 300–335 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 400–553 hp manual available | AWD, RWD | 16–26 mpg | Not rated | 3 | 95 | Electrical system (34) | No |
| 2013 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 241 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 230–335 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 400–553 hp manual available | AWD, RWD | 16–27 mpg | Not rated | 5 | 136 | Engine (60) | No |
| 2012 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 241 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 230–335 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 400 hp manual available | AWD, RWD | 17–27 mpg | Not rated | 5 | 193 | Engine (72) | No |
| 2011 | 3.0L 6-cyl, 230–300 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 230–300 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 400 hp manual available | AWD, RWD | 17–25 mpg | — | 6 | 478 | Engine (120) | No |
| 2010 | 3.0L 6-cyl, 230–300 hp 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 230–300 hp 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 400 hp 4.8L 8-cyl, 360 hp 5.0L 10-cyl, 500 hp manual available | AWD, RWD | 13–22 mpg | Not rated | 4 | 181 | Engine (41) | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA, counted as filed: older years have had longer to collect them and sales aren't adjusted for, so see Which year to buy for a fair comparison. Most-reported problem: the component named in the most complaints that year. Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Which years have…
Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingHead-up displayAWD or 4WDPower liftgateHybrid, plug-in hybrid or electricAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsHeated second-row seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof
Apple lists CarPlay for: 5 Series 2017–2025, 5 Series 2021–2025 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | BMW 5 SERIES HYBRID SEDAN 4 DR PHEV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 | BMW 5 SERIES SEDAN 4 DR N/A AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | BMW 5 SERIES SEDAN 4 DR N/A RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | BMW M5 HYBRID SEDAN 4 DR PHEV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 0 |
| 2026 | BMW M5 HYBRID WAGON 4 DR PHEV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 | BMW 5 Series Hybrid Sedan 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 6 | 2 |
| 2025 | BMW M5 Hybrid Sedan 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 2 | 1 |
| 2025 | BMW M5 Hybrid Wagon 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 | BMW 5 Series Hybrid Sedan 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 9 |
| 2023 | BMW 5 Series Hybrid Sedan 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 9 |
| 2023 | BMW 5 Series Sedan 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 9 |
| 2023 | BMW 5 Series Sedan 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 9 |
| 2023 | BMW M5 Sedan 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | BMW 5 Series 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 4 | 17 |
| 2022 | BMW 5 Series 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 4 | 17 |
| 2022 | BMW 530e 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | BMW 530e 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | BMW M5 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | BMW 5 Series 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 9 | 27 |
| 2021 | BMW 5 Series 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 9 | 27 |
| 2021 | BMW 530e 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 | BMW 530e 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 | BMW M5 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 2 |
| 2020 | BMW 5 Series 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | No | 7 | 15 |
| 2020 | BMW 5 Series 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | No | 7 | 15 |
| 2020 | BMW 530e 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | No | 3 | 2 |
| 2020 | BMW 530e 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | No | 3 | 2 |
| 2020 | BMW M5 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | No | 3 | 2 |
| 2019 | BMW 5 Series 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 39 |
| 2019 | BMW 5 Series 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 39 |
| 2019 | BMW 530e 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 13 |
| 2019 | BMW 530e 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 13 |
| 2019 | BMW M5 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 3 | 8 |
| 2019 | BMW M5 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 3 | 8 |
| 2018 | BMW 5 Series 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 6 | 79 |
| 2018 | BMW 5 Series 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 6 | 79 |
| 2018 | BMW 5 PHEV Series 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 6 | 79 |
| 2018 | BMW 5 Series PHEV 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 6 | 79 |
| 2017 | BMW 5 Series GT 5 HB AWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | BMW 5 Series GT 5 HB RWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | BMW 5 Series 4 DR RWD | 5 | No | No | 7 | 83 |
| 2016 | BMW 5 Series 4 DR AWD | 5 | No | No | 7 | 83 |
| 2016 | BMW 5 Series GT 5 HB AWD | 5 | No | No | 7 | 83 |
| 2016 | BMW 5 Series GT 5 HB RWD | 5 | No | No | 7 | 83 |
| 2016 | BMW 5 Series PHEV 4 DR RWD | 5 | No | No | 7 | 83 |
| 2016 | BMW M5 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 | BMW M5 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 1 | 3 |
| 2014 | BMW M5 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 1 | 2 |
| 2013 | BMW M5 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 2 | 10 |
| 2012 | BMW M5 4 DR RWD | Not Rated | No | Optional | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | BMW 5 Series 4-DR w/SAB (except GT) | Not Rated | No | Optional | 12 | 180 |
| 2010 | BMW 5 Series GT 4-DR w/SAB | Not Rated | No | Optional | 10 | 21 |
| 2010 | BMW 5 Series Wagon w/SAB | Not Rated | No | Optional | 5 | 6 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 530i Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 31 |
| 2027 | 530i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 30 |
| 2027 | 540i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2027 | 550e xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2027 | M5 Sedan | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 14 |
| 2027 | M5 Touring | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 13 |
| 2026 | 530i Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 31 |
| 2026 | 530i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 30 |
| 2026 | 540i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2026 | 550e xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2026 | M5 Sedan | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 14 |
| 2026 | M5 Touring | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 13 |
| 2025 | 530i Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 31 |
| 2025 | 530i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 30 |
| 2025 | 540i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2025 | 550e xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2025 | M5 Sedan | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 14 |
| 2025 | M5 Touring | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 13 |
| 2024 | 530i Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 30 |
| 2024 | 530i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 30 |
| 2024 | 540i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2023 | 530e Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2023 | 530e xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2023 | 530i Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2023 | 530i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2023 | 540i Sedan | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2023 | 540i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2023 | M5 Competition Sedan | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2023 | M5 Sedan | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2023 | M550i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2022 | 530e Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2022 | 530e xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2022 | 530i Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2022 | 530i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2022 | 540i Sedan | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2022 | 540i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2022 | M5 CS Sedan | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2022 | M5 Competition Sedan | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2022 | M5 Sedan | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2022 | M550i xDrive Sedan | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2021 | 530e | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2021 | 530e xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2021 | 530i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2021 | 530i xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2021 | 540i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2021 | 540i xDrive | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2021 | M5 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2021 | M5 Competition | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2021 | M550i xDrive | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2020 | 530e | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2020 | 530e xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2020 | 530i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2020 | 530i xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2020 | 540i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2020 | 540i xDrive | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 25 |
| 2020 | M5 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2020 | M5 Competition | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2020 | M550i xDrive | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2019 | 530e | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 29 |
| 2019 | 530e xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2019 | 530i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2019 | 530i xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2019 | 540i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2019 | 540i xDrive | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2019 | M5 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2019 | M5 Competition | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2019 | M550i xDrive | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2018 | 530e | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 29 |
| 2018 | 530e xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2018 | 530i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2018 | 530i xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2018 | 540i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2018 | 540i xDrive | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2018 | M5 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2018 | M550i xDrive | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2017 | 530i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2017 | 530i xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2017 | 535i Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2017 | 535i xDrive Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2017 | 540i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2017 | 540i xDrive | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2017 | 550i xDrive Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 18 |
| 2016 | 528i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2016 | 528i xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2016 | 535i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2016 | 535i Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2016 | 535i xDrive | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2016 | 535i xDrive Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2016 | 550i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2016 | 550i xDrive | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2016 | ActiveHybrid 5 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2016 | M5 | Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo Auto (AM-S7), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo |
16–17 |
| 2015 | 528i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2015 | 528i xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2015 | 535i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2015 | 535i Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2015 | 535i xDrive | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2015 | 535i xDrive Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2015 | 550i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2015 | 550i Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2015 | 550i xDrive | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2015 | 550i xDrive Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2015 | ActiveHybrid 5 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2015 | M5 | Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo Auto (AM-S7), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo |
16–17 |
| 2014 | 528i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2014 | 528i xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2014 | 535i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo |
23 |
| 2014 | 535i Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2014 | 535i xDrive | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2014 | 535i xDrive Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2014 | 550i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 20 |
| 2014 | 550i Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2014 | 550i xDrive | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2014 | 550i xDrive Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2014 | ActiveHybrid 5 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2014 | M5 | Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo Auto (AM-S7), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo |
16–17 |
| 2013 | 528i | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2013 | 528i xDrive | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2013 | 535i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo |
23–24 |
| 2013 | 535i Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2013 | 535i xDrive | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2013 | 535i xDrive Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2013 | 550i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo |
17–20 |
| 2013 | 550i Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2013 | 550i xDrive | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2013 | 550i xDrive Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 19 |
| 2013 | ActiveHybrid 5 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2013 | M5 | Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo Auto (AM-S7), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo |
16–17 |
| 2012 | 528i | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 27 |
| 2012 | 528i xDrive | Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2012 | 535i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo |
23 |
| 2012 | 535i Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2012 | 535i xDrive | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2012 | 535i xDrive Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2012 | 550i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo |
17–18 |
| 2012 | 550i Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 18 |
| 2012 | 550i xDrive | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2012 | 550i xDrive Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 17 |
| 2012 | ActiveHybrid 5 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 26 |
| 2011 | 528i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | 25 |
| 2011 | 535i | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo |
22–24 |
| 2011 | 535i Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 24 |
| 2011 | 535i xDrive | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2011 | 535i xDrive Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2011 | 550i | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo |
17–20 |
| 2011 | 550i Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 18 |
| 2011 | 550i xDrive | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 18 |
| 2011 | 550i xDrive Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 18 |
| 2010 | 528i | Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L |
21–22 |
| 2010 | 528i xDrive | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L |
20 |
| 2010 | 535i | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo |
20 |
| 2010 | 535i Gran Turismo | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2010 | 535i Sport Wagon xDrive | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo |
18–19 |
| 2010 | 535i xDrive | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo |
19–20 |
| 2010 | 550i | Auto (S6), 8 cyl, 4.8 L Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.8 L |
18 |
| 2010 | 550i xDrive GT | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo | 18 |
| 2010 | M5 | Auto (S7), 10 cyl, 5.0 L Man 6-spd, 10 cyl, 5.0 L |
13 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.