DecodedCarsBMW models
27 BMW models since 2005 · 415 recall campaigns on file.
Current models
BMW 3 Series
2005–2026 · 31 MPG · Compact Cars
BMW 5 Series
2005–2027 · 31 MPG · Midsize Cars
BMW X5
2005–2027 · 26 MPG · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
BMW 7 Series
2005–2027 · 26 MPG · Large Cars
BMW X3
2005–2026 · 29 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
BMW X1
2013–2027 · 28 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
BMW 2 Series
2014–2027 · 31 MPG · Compact Cars
BMW X6
2008–2027 · 23 MPG · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
BMW 4 Series
2014–2027 · 31 MPG · Subcompact Cars
BMW X7
2019–2027 · 22 MPG · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
BMW Z4
2005–2026 · 28 MPG · Two Seaters
BMW i4
2022–2026 · 333 mi · Compact Cars
BMW iX3
2027 · 434 mi · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
BMW 8 Series
2019–2026 · 24 MPG · Subcompact Cars
BMW X4
2015–2025 · 24 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
BMW XM
2023–2026 · 14 MPG · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
BMW iX
2022–2026 · 364 mi · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
BMW X2
2018–2027 · 28 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
BMW M
2005–2027 · 19 MPG · Subcompact Cars
BMW i5
2024–2027 · 328 mi · Compact Cars
BMW i7
2023–2027 · 373 mi · Large Cars
BMW at a glance
We have 27 BMW models on file, covering model years 2005 to 2027; 21 are on sale now: 3 Series, 5 Series, X5, 7 Series, X3, X1, 2 Series and X6 and more.
The current lineup is made up of 10 cars, 10 SUVs and 1 sports car.
The BMW 3 Series is the most fuel-efficient at 31 MPG combined in its best version, while the BMW XM is the thirstiest at 14 MPG.
Its longest-range EV is the BMW iX3, with up to 434 miles on a charge (EPA).
The most researched BMW right now is the 3 Series (47,774 Wikipedia views in 30 days), followed by the 5 Series and X5.
Across all models and years there are 415 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. The BMW X5 has the most (85), and the BMW X5 has collected the most owner complaints (2,551). No recalls: BMW 2 Series, BMW iX3 and BMW M.
On average, the best version of each current model returns 26 MPG combined.
Discontinued models include the i3 (last sold 2021), i8 (last sold 2020), 6 Series (last sold 2019), 1 Series (last sold 2013) and Active E (last sold 2011).
Across all its models, owners most often report problems with the engine, electrical system and air bags.
Its longest-running model in our data is the 5 Series, with model years from 2005 to 2027.
Its current EVs average 366 miles of EPA range in their best versions.
Five stars overall in their latest NHTSA test: 3 Series.
Every BMW model in one line
→ The 2026 BMW 3 Series is a compact car offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 185 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,494 lb (3-Series 330i Xdrive 4dr Sedan).
→ The 2026 BMW 5 Series is a midsize car offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 199 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 118-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,158 lb (5-Series 530i Xdrive 4dr Sedan).
→ The 2026 BMW X5 is a standard SUV offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 4.4L 8-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 194 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 117-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,558 lb (M60i 4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 BMW 7 Series is a large car offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 4.4L 8-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 212 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 127-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,741 lb (750e Xdrive 4dr Sedan).
→ The 2026 BMW X3 is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive. It measures about 187 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,176 lb (30 Xdrive 4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 BMW X1 is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive. It measures about 177 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,827 lb (M35i Xdrive 4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 BMW 2 Series is a compact car offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 179 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,541 lb (228i Xdrive Gran Coupe).
→ The 2026 BMW X6 is a standard SUV offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 4.4L 8-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive. It measures about 195 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 117-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,496 lb (M60i 4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 BMW 4 Series is a subcompact car offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 188 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,920 lb (430i 2dr Cabriolet).
→ The 2026 BMW X7 is a standard SUV offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 4.4L 8-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive. It measures about 204 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 6,089 lb (M60i 4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 BMW Z4 is a two seaters offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo) and rear-wheel drive. It measures about 171 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 97-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,464 lb (M40i 2dr Convertible).
→ The 2026 BMW i4 is a compact car powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 333 miles and takes about 7 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
Current lineup compared
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 3 Series | 2005–2026 | 31 MPG | 4 | 220 |
| BMW 5 Series | 2005–2027 | 31 MPG | 9 | 52 |
| BMW X5 | 2005–2027 | 26 MPG | 85 | 2,551 |
| BMW 7 Series | 2005–2027 | 26 MPG | 4 | 29 |
| BMW X3 | 2005–2026 | 29 MPG | 62 | 1,852 |
| BMW X1 | 2013–2027 | 28 MPG | 27 | 839 |
| BMW 2 Series | 2014–2027 | 31 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| BMW X6 | 2008–2027 | 23 MPG | 47 | 196 |
| BMW 4 Series | 2014–2027 | 31 MPG | 1 | 0 |
| BMW X7 | 2019–2027 | 22 MPG | 33 | 313 |
| BMW Z4 | 2005–2026 | 28 MPG | 23 | 249 |
| BMW i4 | 2022–2026 | 333 mi | 12 | 95 |
| BMW iX3 | 2027 | 434 mi | 0 | 0 |
| BMW 8 Series | 2019–2026 | 24 MPG | 1 | 0 |
| BMW X4 | 2015–2025 | 24 MPG | 28 | 93 |
| BMW XM | 2023–2026 | 14 MPG | 9 | 11 |
| BMW iX | 2022–2026 | 364 mi | 12 | 120 |
| BMW X2 | 2018–2027 | 28 MPG | 9 | 32 |
| BMW M | 2005–2027 | 19 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| BMW i5 | 2024–2027 | 328 mi | 10 | 31 |
| BMW i7 | 2023–2027 | 373 mi | 15 | 26 |
Past models
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW i8 | 2014–2020 | 27 MPG | 6 | 10 |
| BMW i3 | 2014–2021 | 31 MPG | 8 | 230 |
| BMW 6 Series | 2005–2019 | 23 MPG | 3 | 4 |
| BMW 1 Series | 2008–2013 | 23 MPG | 5 | 62 |
| BMW Active E | 2011 | 94 mi | 2 | 0 |
| BMW ActiveHybrid X6 | 2010–2011 | 18 MPG | 0 | 0 |