The 2025 BMW M5 has zero owner defect complaints and 2 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. EPA testing covers 5 certified vehicle configurations spanning all-electric, 3L 4-Cyl hybrid, and 4.4L 8-Cyl plug-in hybrid configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 27 MPG combined. Plug-in hybrid variants are rated up to 54 MPGe (13–14 MPG on gasoline) with up to 27 miles of electric driving range. All-electric variants deliver up to 94 MPGe with an estimated range of 267 miles. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year. The 2025 BMW M5 belongs to the 7th generation (G90/G99) M5 platform spanning model years 2025–2026.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 0 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 2 campaigns
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Efficiency: 27 MPG (5 variants • PHEV up to 54 MPGe)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (19 inch wheels) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 93 MPGe | 96 MPGe | 94 MPGe | 267 mi | $800 / yr |
| i4 M50 Gran Coupe (20 inch wheels) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 80 MPGe | 80 MPGe | 80 MPGe | 227 mi | $950 / yr |
| X3 M50i xDrive Hybrid | 3L 4-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 25 MPG | 30 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,800 / yr |
| M5 Sedan Plug-in Hybrid | 4.4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 45 MPGe (12 MPG) | 57 MPGe (17 MPG) | 50 MPGe (14 MPG) | 27 mi EV (270 mi total) | $5,450 / yr |
| M5 Touring Plug-in Hybrid | 4.4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 52 MPGe (11 MPG) | 57 MPGe (17 MPG) | 54 MPGe (13 MPG) | 25 mi EV (270 mi total) | $5,850 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
Electric Range & Charging: The 2025 BMW M5 provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 267 miles on a single battery charge.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| Hybrid Sedan 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| Hybrid Wagon 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as No and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2025 BMW M5 models.
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Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 M5 Sportswagon, 2025-2026 M5, 2024-2025 750e xDrive, 2025-2026 550e xDrive, 2023-2025 I7, 2023-2025 7 Series, 2024-2026 i5, and 5 Series vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the air conditioning system may become damaged during replacement of the cabin air filter.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the air conditioning system’s electrical wiring harness and add a retaining strap/bracket to the harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 13, 2026.
Affected Component: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect Summary: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
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