Model year guide

2016 BMW x5 m

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 BMW x5 m is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 35 on record.

2016 BMW x5 m — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 BMW x5 m at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined16 mpg

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

2016 BMW x5 m recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2016 BMW x5 m.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 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.

2016 BMW x5 m MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,150
EPA size classStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$13,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 BMW x5 m costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$25,750
Fuel only$25,750
Per mile$0.34

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.

About the BMW x5 m

The BMW X5 is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV produced by BMW. The X5 made its debut in 1999 as the E53 model. It was BMW's first SUV. At launch, it featured all-wheel drive and was available with either a manual or automatic gearbox. The second generation was launched in 2006, and was known internally as the E70. The E70 featured the torque-split capable xDrive all-wheel drive system mated to an automatic gearbox. In 2009, the X5 M performance variant was released as a 2010 model.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2016 BMW x5 m trims & engines on record

Trims
X5 M
Engines
4.4L 8-cyl 567 hp

2016 BMW x5 m vehicles on record

Other BMW x5 m model years

2016 BMW x5 m — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 BMW x5 m have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2016 BMW x5 m. 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 2016 BMW x5 m get?

The 2016 BMW x5 m has a U.S. EPA estimate of 16 mpg combined (14 city / 19 highway).

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