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2016 BMW M5 Base 6MT

The 2016 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 $94,100 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 TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$94,100 ($127,427 *)
MSRP with Destination$95,095 ($128,774 *)
Destination Charge$995
Engine
Engine Type4.4L M TwinPower Turbo V8; Twin Scroll Twin Turbo; cross-bank exhaust manifold; High Precision Injection; VALVETRONIC (S63)
Displacement4.395 L
Horsepower560 hp @ 5,750 rpm
Torque500 lb-ft @ 1500-5750 rpm
Redline7,200 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC with VALVETRONIC and Double-VANOS
Bore and Stroke89.0 x 88.3
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeDirect Injection (High Precision Injection)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission6-Speed Manual
1st Gear4.055 (45 mph **)
2nd Gear2.396 (76 mph **)
3rd Gear1.582 (116 mph **)
4th Gear1.192 (154 mph **)
5th Gear1 (183 mph **)
6th Gear0.872 (210 mph **)
Reverse3.677
Final Drive3.154
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway22 MPG
Combined17 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium
Tank Capacity21.1 gal
Suspension
Turning Diameter41.3 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc400 mm ventilated
Rear Brake Disc396 mm ventilated
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front9J x 20
Wheels Rear10J x 20
Tires Front265/35 ZR20 102Y
Tires Rear295/30 ZR20 104Y
Dimensions & Weight
Length193.5 in
Width74.4 in
Height57.3 in
Wheelbase116.7 in
Front Track64.1 in
Rear Track62.3 in
Ground Clearance4.6 in
Cargo Volume18.4 ft³
Curb Weight4,354 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40.5 in
Headroom Rear38.3 in
Legroom Front41.4 in
Legroom Rear36.1 in
Shoulder Room Front58.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear56.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2016 BMW M5 4 DR RWD).

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 BMW M5. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Dec 20, 2016 · AIR BAGS

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.

Consequence: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the seat-mounted air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

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.

NHTSA campaign 16V914000

Oct 30, 2015 · CHILD SEAT

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."

Consequence: If the child seat is not properly attached to the lower anchors, it can increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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.

NHTSA campaign 15V718000

1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 2016 BMW M5

Owner Complaints

1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 2016 BMW M5. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Unknown Or Other1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jul 3, 2024 · Unknown Or Other
“The leather on the dashboard is coming off the glue.”

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 2016 BMW M5. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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