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2016 Bmw 528i

The 2016 Bmw 528i is a midsize car, rated at 27 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.

2016 Bmw 528i
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Combined MPG
27
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
Recalls
4

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeBmw
Model528i
Model year2016
Vehicle classMidsize Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG23
Highway MPG34
Combined MPG27
CO₂ tailpipe338 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2850

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
528i27 MPG combined
528i xDrive26 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City23 MPG
Highway34 MPG
Combined27 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

528i27 MPG
Class average36.9 MPG

About 27% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$493/mo

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Amount financed
$25,200
Total interest
$4,384
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5-year fuel cost
$7,444

$1,489/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG27
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (4)

  • SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR16V747000 · 2016-10-17

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost, and 2016 528i vehicles. The vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism of the seat belt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) for the driver's seat may not lock as designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

  • AIR BAGS16V914000 · 2016-12-20

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, M5 and 535d vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

  • CHILD SEAT15V718000 · 2015-10-30

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i, 550i xDrive, and 535d sedans. The affected vehicles have an inboard lower anchor for child restraints on the left rear seat that may have been bent downwards, preventing the child seat from fully engaging both lower anchors. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inboard lower anchor on the left rear seat, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP24V608000 · 2024-08-13

    BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2016 Bmw 528i?

The 2016 Bmw 528i is EPA-rated at 27 MPG combined (23 city / 34 highway).

Is the 2016 Bmw 528i reliable?

NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2016 Bmw 528i. 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 2016 Bmw 528i?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Bmw 528i costs roughly $1,489 per year to fuel, or about $7,444 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2016 Bmw 528i?

The 2016 Bmw 528i 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