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2013 BMW 5 Series
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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.
2013CAREFULSerious complaints 1.7× usual, mostly engine and air bags Extended coverage
109 serious complaints of 136, the most about engine (60) and air bags (20); per car on the road, 1.7× this model's usual year. 5 recalls. NHTSA investigation PE13030: loss of power assist braking.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2013 bmw 528i. While driving 45 mph approaching a traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed, but failed to respond. The contact stated that the emergency mode warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and it was diagnosed that the timing chain and engine needed replacement.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, May 2018
“My car (2013 bmw 528i) started making a ticking noise everytime I turn the steering wheel. I also noticed when this started that the driver airbag restraint system malfunction light also came on. I researched the issue and it appears these two symptoms are associated with one another.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the air bags, Sep 2021
Fixes and extended coverage
- Extended coverage When starting a cold engine, a ""plume of blue smoke"" can be seen emitting from the exhaust tailpipe for approximately 10-20 seconds. (B111116, Oct 2016)
- Extended coverage The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lights up after performing the Vehicle Test diagnosis fault(s) relating to the rear monitoring oxygen sensor(s) may be recorded in the DME fault memory. (B010319, Apr 2019)
- Extended coverage The engine's intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification (SIM010717, Jun 2017)
- Extended coverage N63T HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP HDP LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES: For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (ÒBMW NAÓ) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicleÕs high pressure fuel pump to: (B011817, Jul 2018)
- Extended coverage S63T HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL PUMPS (HDP): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES: For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (ÒBMW NAÓ) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicleÕs high-pressure fuel pumps (HDP) to: (B010218, Jul 2018)
- Extended coverage ?N63T CRANKCASE VENTILATION LINES: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILEAGE. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?) is extending the limited warranty for the engine Crankcase Ventilation Lines to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original… (B011218, Sep 2018)
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.
136 owner complaints · 5 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 16–27 mpg · NHTSA: Not rated · 2013 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 2013
- Starting prices: +$700 to +$850 (6 trims; hover for each)
- New trim: ActiveHybrid
- No longer offered: ActiveHybrid 5
- Engine: 3.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline six-cylinder → N55 (535i, 535i xDrive)
- Headlights: Bi-Xenon Projector → HID Projector (535i, 550i xDrive, 528i, 550i, 535i xDrive, 528i xDrive)
- Engine: 4.4-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo V-8 → N63 (550i xDrive, 550i)
- Driver seat memory: Driver Seat, Front Passenger Seat → Driver Seat (550i xDrive, 550i)
- Engine: 2.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline four-cylinder → N20 (528i, 528i xDrive)
2013 5 Series trims
| 528i | 528i xDrive | 535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | ActiveHybrid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||||||
| Starting MSRP | from $47,500 | from $49,800 | from $53,100 | from $55,400 | from $62,400 | from $64,700 | from $61,100 |
| Powertrain | |||||||
| Engine | N20 | N20 | N55 | N55 | N63 | N63 | N55 |
| Transmission | Automatic: STEPTRONIC Sport Automatic: Sport automatic transmission with shift paddles | Automatic: STEPTRONIC Sport Automatic: Sport automatic transmission with shift paddles | Automatic: STEPTRONIC Manual: Manual Transmission Sport Automatic: Sport automatic transmission with shift paddles | Automatic: STEPTRONIC Sport Automatic: Sport automatic transmission with shift paddles | Automatic: STEPTRONIC Manual: Manual Transmission Sport Automatic: Sport automatic transmission with shift paddles | Automatic: STEPTRONIC Sport Automatic: Sport automatic transmission with shift paddles | Automatic: STEPTRONIC Sport Automatic: Sport automatic transmission with shift paddles |
| Drivetrain | Automatic / Sport Automatic | Automatic / Sport Automatic | Automatic / Manual / Sport Automatic | Automatic / Sport Automatic | Automatic / Manual / Sport Automatic | Automatic / Sport Automatic | Automatic / Sport Automatic |
| Size and capability | |||||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Driver assistance | |||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Optional | Optional | — | Optional | — | Optional | — |
| Lane keeping | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 360-degree camera | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Comfort | |||||||
| Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heated seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ventilated seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Driver seat memory | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat |
| Climate zones | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 |
| Exterior | |||||||
| Wheels | 17 in | 17 in | 18 in | 18 in | 18 in | 18 in | 18 in |
| Headlights | HID Projector | HID Projector | HID Projector | HID Projector | HID Projector | HID Projector | HID Projector |
Packages and options (87)
| 528i | 528i xDrive | 535i | 535i xDrive | 550i | 550i xDrive | ActiveHybrid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW Apps $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Individual Composition $5,800 | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cold Weather Package $950 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Driver Assistance Package | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Driver Assistance Plus $700 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dynamic Damper Control $1,000 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dynamic Handling Package $3,500 | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Executive Package $4,500 | — | — | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Integral Active Steering $1,750 | Optional | — | Optional | — | Optional | — | — |
| Luxury Seating Package | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| M Sport Package $2,900 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Navigation System $1,900 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Premium Package | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — | Optional |
| Sport Package $1,800 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Technology Package $2,800 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — | Optional |
| Manual Transmission | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Sport Automatic Transmission with Shift Paddles $500 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| STEPTRONIC Automatic Transmission | Standard | Standard | — | — | — | — | Standard |
| Soft-Close Automatic Doors $600 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Alcantara Individual Headliner in Upholstery Color | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Anthracite Alcantara Headliner | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Individual Wood Inlay Steering Wheel $800 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ceramic Controls | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Heated Front Seats $500 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Multi-Contour Seats $1,300 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Power Rear Sunshade with Rear Manual Side Window Shades $575 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear-Seat Entertainment Professional $2,200 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bang and Olufsen Sound System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Premium Hi-Fi System $875 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Active Cruise Control $2,400 | Optional | Optional | — | Optional | — | Optional | — |
| Automatic High Beams $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Night Vision with Pedestrian Detection $2,600 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Park Distance Control $750 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Parking Assistant $500 | Optional | — | Optional | — | Optional | — | Optional |
| Rear-View Camera $400 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| 17-Inch Light Alloy Star-Spoke Wheels Style 327 with All-Season Run-Flat Tires | Standard | Standard | — | — | — | — | — |
| 18-Inch Light Alloy Radial-Spoke Wheels Style 237 with All-Season Run-Flat Tires | — | — | Standard | Standard | — | — | Standard |
| 18-Inch Light Alloy Star-Spoke Wheels Style 330 with All-Season Run-Flat Tires | — | — | — | — | Standard | Standard | — |
| 18-Inch Light Alloy Double-Spoke Wheels Style 350M with All-Season Run-Flat Tires | — | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| 18-Inch Light Alloy Double-Spoke Wheels Style 350M with Performance Run-Flat Tires | Optional | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 19-Inch BMW Individual Light Alloy V-Spoke Wheels Style 349 with All-Season Tires | — | — | — | Optional | — | Optional | — |
| 19-Inch BMW Individual Light Alloy V-Spoke Wheels Style 349 with Performance Tires | — | — | Optional | — | Optional | — | — |
| 19-Inch Light Alloy Double-Spoke Wheels Style 351M with All-Season Run-Flat Tires | — | — | — | Optional | — | Optional | — |
| 19-Inch Light Alloy Double-Spoke Wheels Style 351M with Performance Run-Flat Tires | — | — | Optional | — | Optional | — | — |
| 18-Inch Light Alloy Streamline Wheels Style 364 with All-Season Run-Flat Tires | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Aluminium Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Aluminum Hexagon Interior Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Anthracite Wood Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| BMW Individual Satin Aluminum Trim | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Red Sycamore Wood Trim $1,080 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Wood Trim | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Light Wood Trim | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Piano Finish Black Trim $1,080 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Walnut Honey Wood Trim $1,080 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Alpine White | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Amazonite Silver Metallic $1,800 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Azurite Black Metallic $1,800 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Sapphire Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carbon Black Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Cashmere Silver Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Champagne Quartz Metallic $1,800 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Citrin Black Metallic $1,800 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Graphite Metallic II $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Deep Sea Blue Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Imperial Blue Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Jet Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Liquid Blue Metallic $550 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Milano Beige Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mojave Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Moonstone Metallic $1,800 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Space Gray Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tasman Green Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Titanium Silver Metallic $550 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Dakota Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Leatherette | Optional | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| Black Nappa Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Champagne / Black Extended Merino Leather | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cinnamon Brown Dakota Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cohiba Brown / Black Extended Merino Leather | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Everest Gray Dakota Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Graphite / Black Extended Merino Leather | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Oyster and Black Dakota Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Oyster and Black Nappa Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Platinum Extended Merino Leather | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Silk Gray / Black Extended Merino Leather | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Venetian Beige Dakota Leather | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Venetian Beige Leatherette | Optional | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem order guide, Oem order guide, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: powertrain, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, option rules. "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.