Model year guide

2004 BMW 545i

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 BMW 545i is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 30 on record.

2004 BMW 545i — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2004 BMW 545i at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined17–19 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2004 BMW 545i recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2004 BMW 545i.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2004 BMW 545i MPG & running costs

Combined17–19 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,583
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6) or Manual 6-spd
Passenger volume99 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,917 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 BMW 545i costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,915
Fuel only$22,915
Per mile$0.31

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
190.9 in
Width
72.8 in
Height
57.9 in
Wheelbase
114.2 in
Curb weight
3,803 lb
Front track
61.0 in
Rear track
61.8 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2004 BMW 545i. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

2004 BMW 545i trims & engines on record

Engines
4.4L 8-cyl 290 hp

2004 BMW 545i vehicles on record

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2004 BMW 545i — frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 BMW 545i have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2004 BMW 545i. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2004 BMW 545i get?

The 2004 BMW 545i has U.S. EPA estimates of 17–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.