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F13 platform

2013 BMW 650i Coupe

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 650i Coupe.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S8)

The 2013 BMW 650i Coupe is an F13-platform passenger car paired with an S8 automatic transmission, returning an EPA-estimated 17 city and 24 highway mpg for a combined 19. Routine servicing demands a substantial 9.5 quarts of engine oil in 0W-30, 0W-40, or 5W-30 viscosity, reflecting the powertrain's significant lubrication requirements. In the context of the model's reliability history, this year occupies a mixed position; although it carries zero recalls, its 16 total owner complaints predominantly target the engine, meaning prospective researchers should be particularly vigilant about powertrain health and prior maintenance records.

Model year20132012

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity9.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30OEM · verified
Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy17/24/19 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 900 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11427583220. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 49 · 900 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11427583220
Engine air filter13717577457 alt 13717577458
Spark plug12120040581
Battery61217639053 alt 61217648317
Front wiper blades61612458020
Thermostat11538632664 alt 11537586885
Cabin air filter64119272642

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length192.5 in
Overall width74.4 in
Overall height53.9 in
Wheelbase112.6 in
Curb weight4387 lb
Track (front / rear)63 / 65.7 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined17 / 24 / 19 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 9.5 qt of 0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidBMW part number 83222152426
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity10.5-11.5
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2 Pints
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.9 Pints
Engine Oil0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40
Engine Oil Capacity9.5 qt
Manual Transmission FluidBMW MTF part number 83220309031

Engine torques

Engine Oil Pan Drain PlugM12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerBMW

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.75-3.00 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Optional BCI Group Number49
Optional BCI Cranking Performance850 cca
Standard BCI Group Number49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance900 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test21.7 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief28-32 psi
Engine Compression203-232 PSI. 29 maximum variation. psi

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH FN3
Torque to Knuckle81 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads
Brake ApplicationWITH FN3
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.945 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To0.945 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.031 in
Rotor Discard at or Under0.882 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
173 ft. lbs., step 2: 60 degrees, step 3: 60 degrees, step 4: 6073 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
390 degrees90 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

At 120,000 miOxygen Sensor (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Owner complaints about the 2013 BMW 650i Coupe lead in one area — the engine, 3 of 16 reports (19%), well ahead of the next concern. NHTSA has issued no recalls for this vehicle, so these are owner-reported concerns only. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 1 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the engine pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
395
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
16
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 16 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine3
Power Train3
Power Train,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System2
Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System2
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Power Train,Engine1
Electrical System,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System1
Tires,Wheels1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 395 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
B0101222026-01-21EngineN63TU1 CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT SVC CAMPAIGN: OIL CONSUMPTION DIAGNOSIS/REPAIR
B5108192024-01-16Electrical SystemThe basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B6113052024-01-11Electrical SystemThe electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process…
B3409142023-06-01WheelsThe Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warning light comes on while driving. The following…
B6515232023-05-01Electrical SystemAfter programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode)…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2013 650i Coupe take?

9.5 qt of 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 OIL MEETING BMW SPECIFICATION LL01, per the factory manual.

Does the 2013 650i Coupe have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 650i Coupe get?

EPA figures are 17 city / 24 highway / 19 combined mpg.