Model year guide

2016 BMW m5

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 BMW m5 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2016 BMW m5 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints1
Combined16–17 mpg

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

2016 BMW m5 recalls 2

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #16V914000 · 20/12/2016

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i x…

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Child Seat NHTSA Campaign #15V718000 · 30/10/2015

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i, 550i xDrive, and 535d sedans. The affected vehicles have an inboard lower anchor for child restraints on the left rear seat that may have been bent downwards, preventing the child seat from fully engaging both lower anchors. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requiremen…

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inboard lower anchor on the left rear seat, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. 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.

2016 BMW m5 MPG & running costs

Combined16–17 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,000
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7) or Manual 6-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume102 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$13,000 more

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.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 BMW m5 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$25,000
Fuel only$25,000
Per mile$0.33

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.

2016 BMW m5 trims & engines on record

Engines
4.4L 8-cyl 553 hp

2016 BMW m5 vehicles on record

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2016 BMW m5 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 BMW m5 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2016 BMW m5. 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 gas mileage does the 2016 BMW m5 get?

The 2016 BMW m5 has U.S. EPA estimates of 16–17 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

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