DecodedCars2022 BMW M
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 4.4L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 16 city / 23 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 21% below the 2022 subcompact car average of 23.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 9 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2022 BMW M is a subcompact car offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 4.4L 8-cyl turbo) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 23 highway), 21% worse than the 2022 subcompact car average of 23.9 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 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 2022
- No hybrid version any more
- Engines dropped: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 6.6L 12-cyl turbo
- Best combined MPG down from 26 to 19
Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 M →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M4 Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | -21% | $4,350 | 472 |
| M4 Competition Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | -21% | $4,350 | 470 |
| M3 Sedan | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | -33% | $4,350 | 472 |
| M3 Competition Sedan | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | -33% | $4,350 | 470 |
| M4 Competition M xDrive Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 18 | -25% | $4,550 | 484 |
| M4 Competition M xDrive Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -25% | $4,550 | 477 |
| M3 Competition M xDrive Sedan | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -36% | $4,550 | 477 |
| M8 Competition Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | -29% | $4,850 | 522 |
| M8 Competition Convertible | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | -29% | $4,850 | 522 |
| M5 CS Sedan | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | -37% | $4,850 | 522 |
| M8 Competition Gran Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | -37% | $4,850 | 522 |
| M5 Sedan | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | -37% | $4,850 | 523 |
| M5 Competition Sedan | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | -37% | $4,850 | 523 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2022 BMW M.
Similar 2022 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 BMW M (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2022 BMW 2 Series | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2022 BMW 4 Series | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2022 BMW i4 | 301 mi | Not rated | 8 |
| 2022 Lexus RC | 25 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2022 BMW 8 Series | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Audi S5 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 BMW M.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2022 BMW M is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2022 BMW M in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2022 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 2022 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 →