2011 BMW 5 Series 550i RWD
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- Photo: White BMW 5 Series F10 three-quarter back view by Renée Kools, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2011 BMW 5 Series 550i RWD is a 400-hp 4.4-liter turbocharged V8 with a 6-speed manual. It starts at $60,200 MSRP.
It makes 400 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 450 lb-ft of torque at 1750-4500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway.
The 5 Series measures 193.1 inches long on a 116.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,365 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $60,200 ($86,994 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Turbocharged Gas V8 |
| Displacement | 4.4 L |
| Horsepower | 400 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 450 lb-ft @ 1750-4500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 32V |
| Bore and Stroke | 89 x 88.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | GDI |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual |
| 1st Gear | 5.08 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.8 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.78 |
| 4th Gear | 1.26 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| 6th Gear | 0.84 |
| Reverse | 4.61 |
| Final Drive | 3.08 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 18.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Multi-Link Double-Wishbone, Twin-Tube Gas-Pressure Shock Absorbers |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link Integral-V, Twin-Tube Gas-Pressure Shock Absorbers |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.7 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.6 x 0.9 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 x 8.0 in |
| Wheels Rear | 18 x 9.0 in |
| Tires Front | P245/45R18 |
| Tires Rear | P275/40R18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 193.1 in |
| Width | 73.2 in |
| Height | 57.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in |
| Front Track | 63 in |
| Rear Track | 64.1 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,365 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.4 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 58.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.2 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2011 BMW 5 SERIES. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 20, 2023 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and possibly break.
Consequence: Loose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the four VANOS bolts, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 18, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 23V707000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2011 BMW 5 SERIES. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.