Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 M5.
The 2022 BMW M5 is presented with an EPA‑rated fuel economy of 15/21/17 mpg and an eight‑speed automatic (S8) transmission. Reliability data show a single owner‑reported complaint overall, with no recalls and the top complaint area listed as Unknown or Other. Looking at the model’s complaint history from 1990 through 2022, the 2022 year aligns with the lowest recorded figure—just one complaint, compared to a peak of 123 complaints in 2006. This places the 2022 M5 at the favorable end of the model’s reliability spectrum.
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 OE oil filter 11425A33C43. 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 | 11425A33C43 alt 11427848321 |
| Engine air filter | 13717852380 alt 13717852382 |
| Spark plug | 12120054451 |
| Battery | 61217857288 |
| Front wiper blades | 61612447932 |
| Thermostat | 11538632664 alt 11537586885 |
| Cabin air filter | 64115A1BDB6 alt 64115A29D99 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 188.2 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Overall height | 57.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in |
| Curb weight | 5049 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 48/52 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 15 / 21 / 17 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 103 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | CS Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 2.60 sec | 10.60 sec | 627 hp | AWD |
| 2022 | CS Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 2.60 sec | 10.70 sec | 627 hp | AWD |
| 2022 | CS Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 2.90 sec | 10.90 sec | 627 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | Competition Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 2.70 sec | 10.80 sec | 617 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | Competition Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 2.80 sec | 10.90 sec | 617 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | Competition Sedan (93 octane) 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 2.70 sec | 10.80 sec | 617 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | Competition Sedan (91 octane) 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 2.80 sec | 10.90 sec | 617 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | Competition Sedan 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.00 sec | 11.00 sec | 617 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
Torque lug nuts to 103.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2.
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | M6 Screw: 7.4 ft-lbs, M8 Screw: 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 103.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46YF |
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) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
In the federal record, the 2022 BMW M5 logged a single complaint and zero recalls, placing it among the lowest complaint years since the model’s 1990s inception. The preceding years 2020‑2021 showed 1‑2 complaints and up to three recalls each, while the broader generation peaked in 2006 with 123 complaints before trending downward. Compared with the immediate prior year (2021: 2 complaints, 1 recall) the 2022 figure represents a modest reduction in reported issues. The data does not specify a root cause for the lone 2022 complaint, only that it falls under the “Unknown Or Other” category. Given the consistently low complaint volume and absence of recalls in 2022, it can be considered a relatively safe model year to purchase, though buyers should still verify service history.
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 51 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B170324 | 2024-06-07 | Engine | Under certain driving situations, coolant leaks onto the fuel injectors on cylinder bank… |
| B170324 | 2024-05-15 | Engine | Under certain driving situations, coolant leaks onto the fuel injectors on cylinder bank… |
| B170324 | 2024-04-15 | Engine And Engine Cooling | BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 15, 2024) on certain Model Year 2018… |
| B630418 | 2024-03-14 | Exterior Lighting | One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored. |
| B510819 | 2024-01-16 | Electrical System | The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. |
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EPA figures are 15 city / 21 highway / 17 combined mpg.