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BMW 5 Series MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
28 model years · 2000–2027
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
BMW 5 Series fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the BMW 5 Series for 28 model years, 2000 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 16–31 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 4 configurations rated 28–31 MPG combined and costing $2,060–$2,830 a year to fuel at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2000 is the 2027 530i Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD, at 31 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations. EPA ratings go back to 1984: the earliest rating on this page is 20 MPG in 1984.
BMW 5 Series MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Hybrid (MPG) | Diesel (MPG) | Plug-in hybrid, gas only (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2027* (G60) Generation page | |||||
| 2027 (partial) | — | 28–31 | — | 25 | $2,060–$2,830 |
| 2026 | — | 28–31 | — | 25 | $2,060–$2,820 |
| 2025 | — | 28–31 | — | 24 | $2,090–$2,830 |
| 2024 | — | 28–30 | — | — | $2,690–$2,820 |
| 2017-2023 (G30) Generation page | |||||
| 2023 | 20–28 | 25–27 | — | 25–26 | $2,240–$4,090 |
| 2022 | 20–28 | 25–27 | — | 25–26 | $2,240–$4,010 |
| 2021 | 26–28 | 27 | — | 25–26 | $2,240–$3,070 |
| 2020 | 25–28 | — | — | 25–27 | $2,170–$3,270 |
| 2019 | 24–27 | — | — | 28–29 | $2,210–$3,370 |
| 2018 | 23–27 | — | 30 | 28–29 | $2,200–$3,420 |
| 2017 | 18–27 | — | — | — | $2,930–$4,390 |
| 2011-2016 (F10) Generation page | |||||
| 2016 | 19–27 | 26 | 30 | — | $3,030–$4,170 |
| 2015 | 19–26 | 26 | 30 | — | $3,050–$4,310 |
| 2014 | 19–26 | 26 | 29–30 | — | $3,030–$4,290 |
| 2013 | 17–27 | 26 | — | — | $2,950–$4,640 |
| 2012 | 17–27 | 26 | — | — | $2,970–$4,840 |
| 2011 | 17–25 | — | — | — | $3,230–$4,620 |
| 2004-2010 (E60) Generation page | |||||
| 2010 | 18–22 | — | — | — | $3,650–$4,460 |
| 2009 | 18–21 | — | — | — | $3,830–$4,460 |
| 2008 | 18–21 | — | — | — | $3,830–$4,460 |
| 2007 | 16–22 | — | — | — | $3,650–$5,020 |
| 2006 | 16–21 | — | — | — | $3,830–$5,020 |
| 2005 | 17–21 | — | — | — | $3,830–$4,730 |
| 2004 | 17–22 | — | — | — | $3,650–$4,730 |
| 2000-2003 (E39) Generation page | |||||
| 2003 | 16–22 | — | — | — | $3,650–$5,020 |
| 2002 | 16–22 | — | — | — | $3,650–$5,020 |
| 2001 | 16–21 | — | — | — | $3,830–$5,020 |
| 2000 | 16–21 | — | — | — | $3,830–$5,020 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
BMW 5 Series generations
5 generations between 2000 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2027 powertrain options
On electricity 68 MPGe, with 34 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsBMW 5 Series MPG history, 1984–1999
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Diesel (MPG) |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 16–21 | — |
| 1998 | 16–20 | — |
| 1997 | 16–21 | — |
| 1995 | 16–20 | — |
| 1994 | 17–20 | — |
| 1993 | 16–20 | — |
| 1992 | 16–18 | — |
| 1991 | 15–18 | — |
Show 7 more years
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Diesel (MPG) |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 16–18 | — |
| 1989 | 15–18 | — |
| 1988 | 12–19 | — |
| 1987 | 16–20 | — |
| 1986 | 16–20 | 23 |
| 1985 | 17–20 | 24 |
| 1984 | 18–20 | — |
EPA re-estimated the ratings of pre-2008 vehicles under its 2008 method; these are the re-estimated values.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the BMW 5 Series's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the BMW 5 Series run 16–31 MPG across model years 2000 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 28–31 MPG.
Which BMW 5 Series model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2027 BMW 5 Series 530i Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD has the highest combined rating since 2000, at 31 MPG.
How much does a BMW 5 Series cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $2,060–$2,830 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $2,580.
Has the BMW 5 Series's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 21 MPG in 2000 to 31 MPG in 2027, 10 MPG more. Going back further, the best rating in 1984 was 20 MPG.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric BMW 5 Series?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2012 to 2027 (25–31 MPG); Plug-in hybrid versions are rated from 2018 to 2027 (24–29 MPG).
How many generations of the BMW 5 Series are there?
EPA data covers 5 generations of the BMW 5 Series: 2024-2027*, 2017-2023, 2011-2016, 2004-2010, 2000-2003. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.