1994 BMW 5 Series

US · Compact Cars

The 1994 BMW 5 Series is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 2.5L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.0L 8-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS) (MPFI)), 3.1L 8-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.1L 8-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS) (MPFI)), 4.0L 8-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS))
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: RWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Seating: Not available

Exterior (Front)

Photo: Alexander Migl (CC BY-SA 4.0) · CC BY-SA 4.0

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

GASOLINE

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

RWD

Transmission

Not available

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.5L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.0L 8-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS) (MPFI)), 3.1L 8-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.1L 8-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS) (MPFI)), 4.0L 8-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS))
Displacement	2.5 L to 4.0 L
Cylinders	6 to 8
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	4 to 5
Drivetrain	RWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
Highway	26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

10 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 20, 2026.

06E049000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
Reported May 24, 2006. View on NHTSA
06E026000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Reported March 23, 2006. View on NHTSA
06E023000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Remedy: ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.
Reported March 13, 2006. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 20, 2026

Data verified: October 20, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

1993 BMW 5 Series
Wagon, Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.4L 6-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS)) · RWD
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)
1995 BMW 5 Series
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.0L 8-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS)), 4.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS)), 4.0L 8-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS)) · RWD
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1994 BMW 5 Series have?

Varies by configuration: 2.5L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.0L 8-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS) (MPFI)), 3.1L 8-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.1L 8-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS) (MPFI)), 4.0L 8-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1994 BMW 5 Series?

Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1994 BMW 5 Series front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

Are there recalls for the 1994 BMW 5 Series?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 20, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.