Model year guide

2013 BMW 535i

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 BMW 535i is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2013 BMW 535i — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2013 BMW 535i at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints38
Combined23–24 mpg
Typical price$16,712

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2013 BMW 535i recalls 1

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #15V188000 · 31/03/2015

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2013 BMW 535i common problems

Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2013 BMW 535i MPG & running costs

Combined23–24 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,475

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2013 BMW 535i worth?

Low
$12,000
Typical price
$16,712
High
$21,800

From 6 comparable 2013 BMW 535i listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 BMW 535i costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,375
Fuel only$17,375
Per mile$0.23

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2013 BMW 535i trims & engines on record

Trims
xDrive
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl 300 hp

2013 BMW 535i vehicles on record

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Other BMW 535i model years

2017 2016 2015 2014 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008

2013 BMW 535i — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 BMW 535i have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2013 BMW 535i. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW 535i?

Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, exterior lighting, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2013 BMW 535i get?

The 2013 BMW 535i has U.S. EPA estimates of 23–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2013 BMW 535i worth?

Comparable 2013 BMW 535i listings run roughly $12,000–$21,800, typically around $16,712 (from 6 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.