Fuel consumption on 5.0

Seattle335 · 12-11-2012, 03:37 PM

All - I'm posting on behalf of a buddy of mine who's buying a 2012 5.0 Sport - I have a 2011 550 that can be a thirsty mother when I drive it 'enthusiastically'

- but is fairly decent when driven in normal mode.
He just wants to know real life day to day consumption on a 5.0 before he pulls the trigger else, the logical side of him will cut in and he'll get a 3.5.

Ben_XI · 12-11-2012, 05:12 PM

Per my vehicle's computer, I'm getting 17.8 mpg. I would say 80% of my miles are from the highway. I seldom drive in "DS" mode.

mercedes123 · 12-11-2012, 07:58 PM

Getting 17.6 mpg here. Lots of highway traffic and city driving. Don't use DS.

ndabunka · 12-12-2012, 03:06 AM

LOL - Others who drive SIGNIFICANT city stop and go traffic are getting as low as 11 or 12 MPG & some are getting UNDER 10MPG so the driving requirements are ESSENTIAL on the X5s

Here is one guy who is getting 9.6MPG. There are a lot of other replies in this same thread that show what others are getting
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=659263

cybervinn · 12-12-2012, 10:28 AM

I'm getting at around 11mpg on my X5M (mostly city driving.) I had "some" regrets not getting a 5.0 due to gas mileage of the M but I see I made the "better" decision. I do drive somewhat aggressively but not crazy.

Brian425 · 12-12-2012, 01:35 PM

I drive mostly in the city and get right around 12.0 MPG. Honestly, I have never bought a car for the MPG. What is shocking is my wife is getting 13.5 MPG in a 2012 Mini Countryman.

doug_999 · 12-12-2012, 10:33 PM

About 13.5 in city driving. As it gets colder, that can drop as low as 12. Plan on about 2MPG better with the 35i. Nothing huge.

BTW, highway normally around 22MPG with my 50i.

Our Clubman S gets 29MPG in the city however.

PnoyBmw2 · 12-13-2012, 12:25 AM

X6 50i were getting about 12-15 mpg...40%hwy 60%city on way to Jersey City Goldman Sacs thats 60miles a day...

ndabunka · 12-13-2012, 03:41 AM

Most of the Diesel's are averaging in the low to mid-20's for city driving. I have about a 50/50 mix and am getting around 24.5 in my 2012 Diesel so if fuel mileage is a concern, you may want to expand your consideration to include the X5d

Seattle335 · 12-13-2012, 11:16 AM

Many thanks to all for the candid feedback - my buddy picked up his 2012 5.0last night - his response to me 'this is one sweet frikkin ride'...

Phipsibear42 · 12-13-2012, 12:08 PM

although I've seen single digits, on a regular highway drive I'm getting about 16-18 mpg. And I have 22" wheels and other tuning mods. Before I was getting 18-20, so I'm pretty happy with it.

SpaceGrayM · 12-21-2012, 05:42 PM

i just traded my 07 4.8 for a 2011 50i and i noticed the computer said 20.1 for MPG. thats pretty impressive considering my 4.8 never got above 18.3 under perfect conditions

och · 12-21-2012, 07:26 PM

I only have about 300 miles so far, but when we picked it up from the dealer with 30 miles it said average MPG 8.1 now its up to 12.5 after about 100 miles in heavy traffic and another 100 highway.

fatmatt0116 · 12-21-2012, 11:57 PM

Getting 16 with the Dinan stage 2 driving it like I stole it.

5seriesHB · 12-22-2012, 01:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by och

I only have about 300 miles so far, but when we picked it up from the dealer with 30 miles it said average MPG 8.1 now its up to 12.5 after about 100 miles in heavy traffic and another 100 highway.

2 days old Got it for Axel Rodriguez 12% under msrp from Shelley Bmw in Buena Park Ca
2012 X5 Msport 5.0

56 miles when i bought it Mpg was like 8 now its going uo

LOL
Just did 18.8 on the freeway 30 minute drive from the inlaws
Would have been better but i was boogieing to get the hell out of there!
Inlaws..LOL

sycd · 12-22-2012, 11:29 PM

~14.2mpg with M sport + M perf packages, mixed driving.

richard in NC · 12-24-2012, 10:38 AM

I get 14-15 on my daily commute, in lots of stop and go highway traffic and 19-20 pure interstate. With lots of long trips I can keep my overall average above 17.

spmd11 · 12-27-2012, 11:57 AM

I'm really pleased with our gas consumption in the 5.0. Get low 20's easy on highway and average almost 18 in suburban stop and go. Pretty impressive for a vehicle as heavy and powerful as this car is. Extremely pleased with the power and gas mileage. If you drive the vehicle and get used to the power, you could care less about the mileage, really. The power delivery and transmission are just amazing. The X5 5.0 is my favorite BMW that I have ever owned. And I've owned a lot...

younghno50 · 02-12-2013, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by doug_999

About 13.5 in city driving. As it gets colder, that can drop as low as 12. Plan on about 2MPG better with the 35i. Nothing huge.

BTW, highway normally around 22MPG with my 50i.

Our Clubman S gets 29MPG in the city however.

my 35i sav gets 18.5 city 26 highway. diesel is like 1-2 miles more per gallon and not worth the hassle of trying to find diesel for me.

if fuel consumption is a factor, i hear the cayenne diesel gets close to 30 on the highway...if not, and neither is money, i'd go with the 50i for the sound of that monster v8.

doug_999 · 02-17-2013, 01:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by younghno50

my 35i sav gets 18.5 city 26 highway. diesel is like 1-2 miles more per gallon and not worth the hassle of trying to find diesel for me.

if fuel consumption is a factor, i hear the cayenne diesel gets close to 30 on the highway...if not, and neither is money, i'd go with the 50i for the sound of that monster v8.

I think the way one drives along with the weather and finally the drive (i.e. what exactly is city driving?) has so much to do with fuel economy. Witness the X1 loaner I'm driving with the 2.0 4cyl engine and AWD. I'm averaging 16

och · 02-17-2013, 09:29 PM

Its up to 14.1 so far, about 1000 miles on the clock. Mostly highway trips.

pbarrnot · 06-18-2013, 11:45 AM

working on 18.9 at this point with my new "used" 2011 x5 50i

12-11-2012, 03:37 PM	#1
Seattle335 Second Lieutenant Drives: 2011 550 Sport Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Chicago/Seattle Posts: 239 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00] 2005 SL 55 AMg [0.00] 2007 Porsche 997 Turbo [0.00]	Fuel consumption on 5.0 All - I'm posting on behalf of a buddy of mine who's buying a 2012 5.0 Sport - I have a 2011 550 that can be a thirsty mother when I drive it 'enthusiastically' - but is fairly decent when driven in normal mode. He just wants to know real life day to day consumption on a 5.0 before he pulls the trigger else, the logical side of him will cut in and he'll get a 3.5. __________________ 2011 550i - Graphite Gray/Oyster/Black 2010 E90 M3 DCT - Jerez Black/Black 2012 S4 DSG - Black/Black (new snowmobile for the windy city!)
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12-12-2012, 03:06 AM	#4
ndabunka Private First Class Drives: 2012 X5 35d Sport Black/Black Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 117 iTrader: (0)	LOL - Others who drive SIGNIFICANT city stop and go traffic are getting as low as 11 or 12 MPG & some are getting UNDER 10MPG so the driving requirements are ESSENTIAL on the X5s Here is one guy who is getting 9.6MPG. There are a lot of other replies in this same thread that show what others are getting http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=659263 Last edited by ndabunka; 12-12-2012 at 03:16 AM.
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12-12-2012, 10:33 PM	#7
doug_999 Captain Drives: 2012 X6 50i/2011 1M Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 725 iTrader: (0)	About 13.5 in city driving. As it gets colder, that can drop as low as 12. Plan on about 2MPG better with the 35i. Nothing huge. BTW, highway normally around 22MPG with my 50i. Our Clubman S gets 29MPG in the city however. __________________ 2012 Vermillion X6 50i -CWP, Vent Seats, Tech, Sport, Premium Sound, Premium, Active Steering, 3 rear seats, BMW Apps, Space Saver Spare 2011 1M, Black loaded sans sat radio
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12-13-2012, 11:16 AM	#10
Seattle335 Second Lieutenant Drives: 2011 550 Sport Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Chicago/Seattle Posts: 239 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00] 2005 SL 55 AMg [0.00] 2007 Porsche 997 Turbo [0.00]	Many thanks to all for the candid feedback - my buddy picked up his 2012 5.0last night - his response to me 'this is one sweet frikkin ride'... __________________ 2011 550i - Graphite Gray/Oyster/Black 2010 E90 M3 DCT - Jerez Black/Black 2012 S4 DSG - Black/Black (new snowmobile for the windy city!)
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12-13-2012, 12:08 PM	#11
Phipsibear42 Private First Class Drives: 2010 X5M Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 182 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010.5 BMW X5M [5.00] 2005 Nissan XTerra ... [3.00]	although I've seen single digits, on a regular highway drive I'm getting about 16-18 mpg. And I have 22" wheels and other tuning mods. Before I was getting 18-20, so I'm pretty happy with it. __________________ MORE SPEED PLZ
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12-11-2012, 05:12 PM	#2
Ben_XI New Member Drives: 2011 x50i Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 27 iTrader: (0)	Per my vehicle's computer, I'm getting 17.8 mpg. I would say 80% of my miles are from the highway. I seldom drive in "DS" mode.
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12-11-2012, 07:58 PM	#3
mercedes123 Enlisted Member Drives: 13 x5 50i, 11 e550, 12 e550 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Somerset Posts: 47 iTrader: (0)	Getting 17.6 mpg here. Lots of highway traffic and city driving. Don't use DS.
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12-12-2012, 10:28 AM	#5
cybervinn Private First Class Drives: 2011 X5 M Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Queens, New York Posts: 110 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW X5 M [5.00]	I'm getting at around 11mpg on my X5M (mostly city driving.) I had "some" regrets not getting a 5.0 due to gas mileage of the M but I see I made the "better" decision. I do drive somewhat aggressively but not crazy.
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12-12-2012, 01:35 PM	#6
Brian425 Private Drives: 2012 BMW X5 50i Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 73 iTrader: (0)	I drive mostly in the city and get right around 12.0 MPG. Honestly, I have never bought a car for the MPG. What is shocking is my wife is getting 13.5 MPG in a 2012 Mini Countryman.
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12-13-2012, 12:25 AM	#8
PnoyBmw2 Private Drives: X5/X6 50i Dinan, X5 4.8is AA, Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Wheel of the BIMMER Posts: 99 iTrader: (0)	X6 50i were getting about 12-15 mpg...40%hwy 60%city on way to Jersey City Goldman Sacs thats 60miles a day...
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12-13-2012, 03:41 AM	#9
ndabunka Private First Class Drives: 2012 X5 35d Sport Black/Black Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 117 iTrader: (0)	Most of the Diesel's are averaging in the low to mid-20's for city driving. I have about a 50/50 mix and am getting around 24.5 in my 2012 Diesel so if fuel mileage is a concern, you may want to expand your consideration to include the X5d
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12-21-2012, 05:42 PM	#12
SpaceGrayM Enlisted Member Drives: 550i & X5 50i Msport Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NC Posts: 31 iTrader: (0)	i just traded my 07 4.8 for a 2011 50i and i noticed the computer said 20.1 for MPG. thats pretty impressive considering my 4.8 never got above 18.3 under perfect conditions
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12-21-2012, 07:26 PM	#13
och Private Drives: 2012 X5 5.0, 2013 Suzuki GV Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 97 iTrader: (0)	I only have about 300 miles so far, but when we picked it up from the dealer with 30 miles it said average MPG 8.1 now its up to 12.5 after about 100 miles in heavy traffic and another 100 highway.
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12-21-2012, 11:57 PM	#14
fatmatt0116 Hooligan Drives: 2011 X5 5.0 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 545 iTrader: (0)	Getting 16 with the Dinan stage 2 driving it like I stole it. __________________ 2007 Imola Red Z4 M Coupe 2004 Navy Blue BMW 325Ci
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12-22-2012, 11:29 PM	#16
sycd Lieutenant Drives: 2012 M3 ZCP DCT Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: USA Posts: 407 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW X5 xDrive50i [0.00] 2012 BMW M3 [E92] [0.00]	~14.2mpg with M sport + M perf packages, mixed driving. __________________ 2013 Mini Cooper S Hardtop \| Kite Blue \| 6spd Manual \| Factory JCW Exterior Pkg 2013 X5 xDrive50i \| Carbon Black \| M Sport + M Perf, 333M Wheels Sold: 2012 E92 M3 \| Jet Black, Fox Red/Black \| DCT, ZCP
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12-24-2012, 10:38 AM	#17
richard in NC Major Drives: 2009 Z4 35i Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 1,279 iTrader: (0)	I get 14-15 on my daily commute, in lots of stop and go highway traffic and 19-20 pure interstate. With lots of long trips I can keep my overall average above 17. __________________ 2013 X3 35i, Vermillion Red/Sand Beige: MSport, Premium, Technology, Premium Sound, Hud, More... 2012 335is, Space Gray/Oyster-Black: DCT, 19s, Premium, Convenience, Nav, Heated Seats, More... Gone '11 X5 50i, '09 Z4 35i, '08 550i, 06 X3, 06 650i, '02 M5, '99 540i
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12-27-2012, 11:57 AM	#18
spmd11 Captain Drives: 2013 e93 M (MR) Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 704 iTrader: (1)	I'm really pleased with our gas consumption in the 5.0. Get low 20's easy on highway and average almost 18 in suburban stop and go. Pretty impressive for a vehicle as heavy and powerful as this car is. Extremely pleased with the power and gas mileage. If you drive the vehicle and get used to the power, you could care less about the mileage, really. The power delivery and transmission are just amazing. The X5 5.0 is my favorite BMW that I have ever owned. And I've owned a lot... __________________ 2013 MR e93 M3, 2008 JB e90 M3, 2011 X5 5.0, 2011 335i Sport
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02-17-2013, 09:29 PM	#21
och Private Drives: 2012 X5 5.0, 2013 Suzuki GV Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 97 iTrader: (0)	Its up to 14.1 so far, about 1000 miles on the clock. Mostly highway trips.
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06-18-2013, 11:45 AM	#22
pbarrnot Registered Drives: 2011 BMW X5 50i Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Arizona Posts: 1 iTrader: (0)	working on 18.9 at this point with my new "used" 2011 x5 50i
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