BMW M5 E60
The BMW M5 E60 (2005–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the European Union, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: E60, E61
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,860 mm RDW | – | 4,855–4,864 mm |
| Width | 1,840–1,850 mm RDW | – | 1,846 mm |
| Height | 1,470–1,520 mm RDW | – | 1,469–1,512 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,880–2,890 mm RDW | – | 2,890 mm |
| Front track | 1,563–1,590 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,566–1,594 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,730–1,855 kg RDW | – | 1,855–1,955 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,830–1,955 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,300–2,415 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,800–2,000 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 396 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,803 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 250–305 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 520 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/45R17, 245/40R18, 275/35R18
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 89.7% (88.5–90.9) | 69.2% | 2,511 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 18.4% | 36.4% |
| Tyres | 15.9% | 31.2% |
| Suspension | 11.7% | 41.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 5.5% | 17.1% |
| Lights and electrics | 5.5% | 28.8% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 5.0% | 11.8% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
52 complaints for model years 2006–2010. 2 crashes · 2 fires · 1 injury
- Airbags 34
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 5 versions of the BMW M5 E60
European Union 1 version
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.0 L | Petrol | 346 g/km | 82 |
United States 2 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–20106MODE CLKUP · SMG TRANS, 6MODE CLKUP | 5.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 425 g/km |
| 2007–2010 | 5.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 425 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2010Mid-size | 5.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automated manual | 16.7–17.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 384–391 g/km |
| 2007–2010Mid-size | 5.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 18.2–18.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 419–421 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.