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2025 BMW

M5 Sedan

Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo

BMW M5: best and worst years
2025 BMW M5 Sedan (photo 1 of 2)
2025 photoYu Chu ChinCC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Fuel
Premium and ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Engine & performance

Power to weight
0.140 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.30

Efficiency

Smog score
4/10
Range per hour (240V)
68 mi/hr
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 2E (6,001 to 7,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Recalls
2
Owner complaints
1 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Comfort

  • Heated rear seats
    Package only
  • Heated seats
    Standard
  • Heated steering wheelUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Leather seats
    Standard
  • Massaging seats
    Package only
  • Memory seat
    Standard
  • Panoramic sunroofUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Ventilated seats
    Package only

Audio

  • Bowers & Wilkins audio
    Package only
  • Harman Kardon audioUnconfirmed
    Standard
  • Premium audio (any brand)
    Standard

Cameras & visibility

  • 360 surround-view camera
    Package only
  • Backup camera
    Standard
  • Head-up displayUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Parking sensors
    Standard

Driver assist

Convenience

  • Android Auto
    Standard
  • Apple CarPlay
    Standard
  • Keyless entry
    Standard
  • Navigation system
    Standard
  • Power liftgateUnconfirmed
    Standard
  • Push-button start
    Standard
  • Remote start
    Standard
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay
    Standard
  • Wireless phone charging
    Standard

Exterior

  • Adaptive headlights
    Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE50%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER50%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 2 total.

BMW M5: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

26 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Apr 17, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB240126

    A possible “jerking” motion may arise when using the Parking Maneuver Assistant in purely electric mode in vehicles with 7 kW charging power and a programmed I-level starting from 25-03-500

  • Apr 9, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMB610324

    Gen 5 BEV/PHEV vehicles may set the Combined Charging Unit (CCU) in programming abort due to no communication to the HV charge socket electronics.

  • Mar 20, 2026VISIBILITY/WIPERB610526

    Customers might report that washer fluid is leaking from the lower reservoir area, especially around thewasher fluid pumps.

  • Mar 19, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERB120326

    PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS (OBD)

  • Jan 28, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYB520725

    The decorative trims on the head restraints of the driver’s seat and front passenger seat cause groaning noises on any route, at any temperature, even in a slightly reclined position.

  • Jan 22, 2026VISIBILITY/WIPERB511924

    There is a matte “veil” or milky stain on theexterior mirror glass.

  • Jan 22, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYB060626

    Trim Return

  • Jan 9, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYB511925

    When driving vehicle over rough roads, a rattle sound emanates from the left footwell panel.

  • and 18 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: bmwusaservice.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.