DecodedCars2013 BMW M
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2013 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Engines
- 4.4L 8-cyl turbo, 4.0L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 17 combined · 15 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 76 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 17 MPG combined, 23% below the 2013 subcompact car average of 22 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 14 similar 2013 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2013 BMW M is a subcompact car offered with 2 engines (4.4L 8-cyl turbo and 4.0L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway), 23% worse than the 2013 subcompact car average of 22 MPG, for an estimated $4,850 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 2013
- All-wheel or four-wheel drive now available
Compared with 2012; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2012 M →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M6 Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | -23% | $4,850 | 516 |
| M6 Convertible | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | -23% | $4,850 | 516 |
| M5 | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | -33% | $4,850 | 516 |
| M6 Gran Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | -34% | $4,850 | 516 |
| M3 Coupe | 4.0L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 21 / 16 | -27% | $5,150 | 544 |
| M3 Coupe | 4.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -27% | $5,150 | 552 |
| M3 Convertible | 4.0L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -27% | $5,150 | 563 |
| M3 Convertible | 4.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -27% | $5,150 | 562 |
| M6 Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -27% | $5,150 | 552 |
| M6 Convertible | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -27% | $5,150 | 552 |
| M5 | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -37% | $5,150 | 552 |
| M6 Gran Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -38% | $5,150 | 552 |
| X5 M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 17 / 14 | -18% | $5,850 | 634 |
| X6 M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 17 / 14 | -18% | $5,850 | 634 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2013 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2013 BMW M.
Similar 2013 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 BMW M (this car) | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2013 Land Rover Range Rover | 22 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2013 BMW X3 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2013 Lexus RX | 29 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2013 Audi Q5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2013 Volvo XC60 | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2013 Acura MDX | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 BMW M.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2013 BMW M is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2013 BMW M in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2013 BMW M buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 BMW M. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other M years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or BMW. How we calculate this →