2021 · Midsize Car · Gas / Mild hybrid
2021 BMW 5 Series MPG & fuel economy
The 2021 BMW 5 Series is a midsize car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 28 MPG combined (25 city / 33 highway) on premium gasoline. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2020 model. Among 54 midsize cars rated for 2021, it ranks 33rd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,116 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2021 BMW 5 Series's fuel average is 11.9 km/L (8.4 L/100 km), or 28 MPG combined: 10.6 km/L in the city and 14.0 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 25 | 10.6 | 9.4 |
| Highway | 33 | 14.0 | 7.1 |
| Combined | 28 | 11.9 | 8.4 |
How it ranks among 2021 Midsize Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
5 Series MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic 530i |
Gas | 25 MPG | 33 MPG | 28 MPG | — | $2,116 |
| AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic 540i xDrive |
Mild hybrid | 23 MPG | 31 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,279 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Premium gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Passenger volume
- 99 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 14 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 313 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 6/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
2021 BMW 5 Series vs. rivals
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Same year, other powertrains: 2021 BMW 5 Series Hybrid (27 MPG), 2021 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid (64 MPGe + 26 MPG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2021 BMW 5 Series?
Up to 28 MPG combined (25 city / 33 highway).
What fuel does the 2021 BMW 5 Series use?
Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2021 BMW 5 Series?
The 2021 BMW 5 Series's fuel average is 11.9 km/L (8.4 L/100 km), or 28 MPG combined: 10.6 km/L in the city and 14.0 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 BMW 5 Series per year?
About $2,116 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $14.11 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.