2001 BMW 5 Series
The 2001 BMW 5 Series is listed in 10 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 2.5 L 6-cyl, 3.0 L 6-cyl and 4.4 L 8-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 16 to 21 MPG (best: 11.2 L/100 km).
Model year2001
Versions10
ClassCompact Cars, Small Station Wagons
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 525i | 2.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 25 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Compact Cars |
| 525i | 2.5 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 27 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Compact Cars |
| 525i Sport Wagon | 2.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 24 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Small Station Wagons |
| 525i Sport Wagon | 2.5 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 24 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Small Station Wagons |
| 530i | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 16 / 24 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Compact Cars |
| 530i | 3.0 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 27 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Compact Cars |
| 540i | 4.4 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 14 / 19 / 16 | 14.7 | 555 | Compact Cars |
| 540i | 4.4 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 16 / 22 / 18 | 13.1 | 494 | Compact Cars |
| 540i | 4.4 L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 14 / 21 / 16 | 14.7 | 555 | Compact Cars |
| 540i Sport Wagon | 4.4 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 14 / 19 / 16 | 14.7 | 555 | Small Station Wagons |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2001 BMW 5 Series.