2014 BMW M5 Base 6MT
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The 2014 BMW M5 Base 6MT is a 560-hp 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 sedan with a 6-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $92,900 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.
It makes 560 horsepower at 5,750 rpm and 500 lb-ft of torque at 1500-5750 rpm, spinning to a 7,200 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).
The M5 measures 193.5 inches long on a 116.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,354 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $92,900 ($127,556 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $93,825 ($128,826 *) |
| Destination Charge | $925 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.4L M TwinPower Turbo V8; Twin Scroll Twin Turbo; cross-bank exhaust manifold; High Precision Injection; VALVETRONIC (S63) |
| Displacement | 4.395 L |
| Horsepower | 560 hp @ 5,750 rpm |
| Torque | 500 lb-ft @ 1500-5750 rpm |
| Redline | 7,200 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC with VALVETRONIC and Double-VANOS |
| Bore and Stroke | 89.0 x 88.3 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct Injection (High Precision Injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual |
| 1st Gear | 4.055 (45 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 2.396 (76 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.582 (116 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.192 (154 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1 (183 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 0.872 (210 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.677 |
| Final Drive | 3.154 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 21.1 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Turning Diameter | 41.3 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 400 mm ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 396 mm ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 9J x 20 |
| Wheels Rear | 10J x 20 |
| Tires Front | 265/35 ZR20 102Y |
| Tires Rear | 295/30 ZR20 104Y |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 193.5 in |
| Width | 74.4 in |
| Height | 57.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.7 in |
| Front Track | 64.1 in |
| Rear Track | 62.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.4 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,354 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.5 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.3 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
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2014 BMW M5 4 DR RWD).
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2014 BMW M5. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 31, 2015 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 15V188000
2 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2014 BMW M5
Owner Complaints
2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 BMW M5. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2014 BMW M5. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.