DecodedCars2025 BMW 5 Series
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 5-Series 530i Xdrive 4dr Sedan, 5-Series 550e Xdrive 4dr Sedan, 5-Series I5 M60 Xdrive 4dr Sedan, 5-Series I5 Xdrive40 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 31 combined · 28 city / 35 hwy
- Length
- 199.2–200.8 in
- Curb weight
- 4,158–5,622 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 24 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 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).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 31 MPG combined (28 city / 35 highway), 3% better than the 2025 midsize car average of 30 MPG, for an estimated $2,650 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2025
- New body dimensions: 3.9 in longer — most likely a redesign or new generation
- New plug-in hybrid version
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 5 Series →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-Series 530i Xdrive 4dr Sedan | 199.2 in | 74.8 in | 59.1 in | 118.1 in | 63.8 / 65.4 in | 4,158 lb | 50/50 |
| 5-Series 550e Xdrive 4dr Sedan | 199.2 in | 74.8 in | 59.1 in | 118.1 in | 63.8 / 65.4 in | 4,916 lb | 54/46 |
| 5-Series I5 M60 Xdrive 4dr Sedan | 199.2 in | 74.8 in | 59.4 in | 118.1 in | 64.6 / 63.8 in | 5,247 lb | 50/50 |
| 5-Series I5 Xdrive40 4dr Sedan | 199.2 in | 74.8 in | 59.4 in | 118.1 in | 64.6 / 63.8 in | 5,027 lb | 50/50 |
| 5-Series M5 4dr Sedan | 200.8 in | 77.6 in | 59.4 in | 118.5 in | 66.1 / 65.4 in | 5,534 lb | 52/48 |
| 5-Series M5 Touring 4dr Wagon | 200.8 in | 77.6 in | 59.8 in | 118.5 in | 66.1 / 65.4 in | 5,622 lb | 50/50 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 530i Sedan Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 28 / 35 / 31 | +3% | $2,650 | 285 |
| 530i xDrive Sedan Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 27 / 35 / 30 | 0% | $2,750 | 292 |
| 540i xDrive Sedan Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 26 / 33 / 28 | -7% | $2,950 | 307 |
| 550e xDrive Sedan Plug-in Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 26 / 24 | -20% | $3,400 | 135 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 BMW 5 Series.
Similar 2025 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 BMW 5 Series (this car) | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi A6 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Lexus LS | 25 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Tesla Model S | 410 mi | Not rated | 2 |
| 2025 Porsche Panamera | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Lexus ES | 44 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2025 BMW 5 Series.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2025 BMW 5 Series is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2025 BMW 5 Series in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2025 BMW 5 Series buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 BMW 5 Series. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other 5 Series years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 5 Series | 31 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 5 Series | 31 | 199.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 5 Series | 30 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 5 Series | 28 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 5 Series | 28 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 5 Series | 28 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 5 Series | 28 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 5 Series | 29 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 5 Series | 30 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 5 Series | 27 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 5 Series | 30 | 192.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 5 Series | 30 | 192.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or BMW. How we calculate this →