Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 M5.
The 2014 BMW M5 is a passenger‑car that employs a 9.0‑quart oil system and accepts 0W‑30/0W‑40/5W‑30 viscosity grades, paired with an Automatic (AM‑S7) transmission and EPA‑rated fuel economy of 14/20/16 mpg. Its powerplant is integrated into a platform that emphasizes high‑performance engineering, as reflected by these specifications. Across its production life from 1990 to 2022 the model logged only two owner complaints, both relating to the engine, and a single recall, positioning the 2014 year at the low end of its complaint history where the fewest complaints recorded were just one in 2010, compared with a peak of 123 in 2006.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
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 11427848321. 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.
| Engine oil filter | 11427848321 |
| Engine air filter | 13727843284 alt 13727843283 |
| Spark plug | 12120039634 |
| Battery | 61217639053 alt 61217648317 |
| Front wiper blades | 61612458015 |
| Thermostat | 11538632664 alt 11537586885 |
| Cabin air filter | 64119272642 alt 64116809933 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7) |
| Overall length | 193.3 in |
| Overall width | 73.2 in |
| Overall height | 57.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.5 in |
| Curb weight | 4387 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 51/49 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 14 / 20 / 16 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 102 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the M5 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.70 sec | 11.90 sec | 560 hp | RWD |
| 2014 | Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.80 sec | 12.00 sec | 560 hp | RWD |
| 2013 | Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.60 sec | 11.90 sec | 560 hp | RWD |
| 2013 | Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.70 sec | 11.90 sec | 560 hp | RWD |
| 2013 | Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.70 sec | 12.00 sec | 560 hp | RWD |
| 2013 | Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.70 sec | 11.90 sec | 560 hp | RWD |
| 2013 | Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 4.00 sec | 12.10 sec | 560 hp | RWD |
| 2013 | Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 4.00 sec | 12.40 sec | 560 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 9.0 qt of 0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 engine oil. Torque lug nuts to 88 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.
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2 Pints |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 9.0 qt |
| Power Steering Fluid | Use Pentosin CHF 11S |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 88 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 900 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 95R |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 950 cca |
| Engine Compression | 203-261 psi |
| Brake Application | WITH 12.76 ROTOR / WITH FN3 |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 26 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 81 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
| Brake Application | WITH 12.76 ROTOR / WITH FN3 |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.787 in / 1.181 in / 0.945 in / 1.417 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.787 in / 1.181 in / 0.945 in / 1.417 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 0.031 in |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 1,200 mi.
| At 1,200 mi | Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill) |
| At 120,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2014 BMW M5 sits in the middle of a sharp decline in complaints and recalls from its 2006 peak. 2006 saw 123 complaints and eight recalls, while 2014 records only two complaints and a single recall, with no investigations and 350 TSBS incidents. The trend shows a steady reduction in both complaints and recalls from the early 2000s through 2014, after which the figures continue to stay low, with 2015 and 2016 reporting just one or two complaints and one or two recalls. In 2014, the vehicle’s top complaint areas—Engine and Power Train/Vehicle Speed Control/Engine—were limited to one each, and there were no crash or fire complaints. This places 2014 near the lowest point of the generation’s complaint/recall arc, indicating a comparatively reliable model year. Based on the data, 2014 is a solid year to consider buying a used M5.
All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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… 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…
Showing 5 of 350 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B510819 | 2024-01-16 | Electrical System | The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. |
| B611305 | 2024-01-11 | Electrical System | The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process… |
| B340714 | 2023-10-13 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a… |
| B340914 | 2023-06-01 | Wheels | The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warning light comes on while driving. The following… |
| B651523 | 2023-05-01 | Electrical System | After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode)… |
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9.0 qt of 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 OIL MEETING BMW SPECIFICATION LL01, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 14 city / 20 highway / 16 combined mpg.