BMW M5 MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA BMW M5 MPG for every model year from 1991 to 2027.
M5 MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 42 configurations of the M5 across gas and plug-in hybrid versions. Pick a year to see each engine and drivetrain.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M5 SedanPlug-in hybrid, gas mode | 4.4L 8-cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | 12 | 19 | 14 | View |
| M5 TouringPlug-in hybrid, gas mode | 4.4L 8-cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | View |
Plug-in hybrid rows show the gas-only rating.
M5 MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every M5 configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
Years When M5 Fuel Economy Changed
Most years look a lot like the one before. These are the years where the EPA numbers moved in a way that matters if you're shopping for a used M5.
- 2018: All-wheel drive becomes available. The best all-wheel drive version is rated at 17 MPG combined.
- 2025: Every M5 the EPA rated for this year is a plug-in hybrid. Combined ratings run from 13 to 14 MPG. A plug-in hybrid version arrives, rated at 14 MPG combined when running on gas alone.
How the M5 Compares
The EPA rated 4 plug-in hybrid midsize cars for 2026. The best M5 version, at 14 MPG combined, ranks 4th of 4. Combined ratings in the class run from 14 to 25 MPG, with a median of 21.5. Plug-in hybrids are ranked on their gas-only rating.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | BMW 5 Series | 25 MPG |
| 2 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 24 MPG |
| 3 | Bentley Flying Spur | 19 MPG |
| 4 | BMW M5 | 14 MPG |
What Does a M5 Cost to Fuel?
Pick a M5, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
M5 MPG Questions
Which M5 year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2018 to 2021 M5 holds the top EPA rating at 17 MPG combined (15 city, 21 highway). Among 2026 models, the M5 Sedan is rated at 14 MPG combined.
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid M5?
The 2018 to 2021 M5 with the 4.4L 8-cylinder and all-wheel drive is rated at 17 MPG combined (15 city, 21 highway).
Is there still a gas-only M5?
Not in the EPA ratings. The last gas-only M5 the EPA rated is from 2023. Every 2025 and 2026 M5 configuration in the EPA data is a plug-in hybrid.
Why doesn't my M5 match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests so every car is measured the same way. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, cargo, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one car against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
This page was built by Cedrick Reese from the U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset on fueleconomy.gov, which holds 42 ratings for the BMW M5 from 1991 to 2027. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Ratings from before 2008 use the EPA's revised estimates, which put older vehicles on the same scale as newer ones. Plug-in hybrid figures in the table are the gas-only ratings, since those are the ones you can compare with a regular car. When the EPA posts an updated file with new model years or corrected ratings, this page is rebuilt from it. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Vehicle data field definitions, including the revised 1984-2007 estimates, fueleconomy.gov
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov