2020 Bmw M5
The 2020 Bmw M5 is a midsize car, rated at 17 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 17
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $120,000
- Recalls
- 3
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Bmw |
|---|---|
| Model | M5 |
| Model year | 2020 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 4.4 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 15 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 21 |
| Combined MPG | 17 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 518 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $4550 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| M5 | 17 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| M5 Competition | 17 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 15 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 54% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $108,000
- Total interest
- $18,789
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≈ $2,365/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (3)
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA20V598000 · 2020-09-30
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X3 sDrive 30i, X3 xDrive 30i, X3M 40i, X3 xDrive 30e, X4 xDrive 30i, X4M 40i, 530i, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 550e, 550e xDrive, and 550e iPerformance vehicles. A small portion of the rearview image may be slightly obscured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, program the rearview camera with updated software. The recall began November 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION19V883000 · 2019-12-11
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 M5 and 2020 M8 Gran Coupe, M8 Coupe, and M8 Convertible vehicles. The transmission wiring harness can become damaged, resulting in an electrical short circuit.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace any damaged transmission harnesses. All harnesses will be rerouted and secured. These repairs will be performed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 3, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA19V684000 · 2019-09-27
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2020 Bmw M5?
The 2020 Bmw M5 is EPA-rated at 17 MPG combined (15 city / 21 highway).
Is the 2020 Bmw M5 reliable?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Bmw M5. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2020 Bmw M5?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2020 Bmw M5 costs roughly $2,365 per year to fuel, or about $11,824 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2020 Bmw M5?
The 2020 Bmw M5 is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC