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M5 F10 M5
F10 • 2011–2016 • Sedan
1
Engine Options
8
Known Issues
1
Critical Issues
50%
Reliability Score
Facelift (LCI) – 2013
- Competition Package with 575 hp
- Revised adaptive LED headlights
- '30 Jahre M5' limited edition (600 hp)
50% – Below Average
Engines
S63B44 – 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 M Petrol
M5, M5 Competition, M5 30 Jahre • 560–600 hp • 680–700 Nm
Displacement 4.4L
Layout V8
Fuel Petrol
Transmission 7-Speed DCT (DKG/M-DCT)
Known Issues4 issues
high
Oil Leaks (Hot-V Related) Common (>35%)
The hot-V layout causes extreme heat on oil lines, valve cover gaskets, and turbo seals, leading to oil leaks.
Typical Mileage
60,000–120,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€1,500–€4,000
DIY Friendly
✗ Specialist
Burning oil smellSmoke from engine bayOil consumptionOil drips
high
Coolant Leaks Common (~30%)
Coolant pipe and hose seals degrade from heat, causing coolant loss. The coolant pipes running through the V are particularly prone.
Typical Mileage
60,000–120,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€800–€2,000
DIY Friendly
✗ Specialist
Coolant lossOverheating warningSweet smell
critical
Rod Bearing Wear Moderate (~20%)
Rod bearings can wear, although less frequently than S65/S85. Oil analysis recommended every 10,000 km.
Typical Mileage
80,000–150,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€3,000–€6,000
DIY Friendly
✗ Specialist
Knocking noiseMetal in oil analysisLow oil pressure
high
Injector Failure Moderate (~25%)
Direct fuel injectors fail due to heat stress, causing misfires.
Typical Mileage
80,000–150,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€1,000–€2,500
DIY Friendly
✗ Specialist
MisfiresRough runningCheck engine light
Common Issues (F10-specific)
Engine 2
high
Oil Leaks (Hot-V) Common (>35%)
The S63 V8's hot-V layout causes oil leaks from valve covers, turbo oil lines, and timing cover.
Typical Mileage
60,000–120,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€1,500–€4,000
Category
Engine
Oil burning smellSmoke from engine bayOil drips
high
Coolant Pipe Leaks Common (~30%)
Coolant pipes through the hot V degrade and leak.
Typical Mileage
60,000–120,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€800–€2,000
Category
Engine
Coolant lossOverheatingSweet smell
Transmission 1
high
M-DCT Clutch & Pump Issues Moderate (~25%)
DCT clutch packs wear and hydraulic pump can fail.
Typical Mileage
60,000–120,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€2,000–€4,000
Category
Transmission
ShudderingSlippingSlow shifts
Drivetrain 1
medium
Active M Differential Seal Leak Moderate (~20%)
Active differential seals and actuator can leak or fail.
Typical Mileage
60,000–120,000 km
Est. Repair Cost
€500–€1,500
Category
Drivetrain
Fluid leak from rearLimited slip function reduced
Wear Items
S63B44 – Wear Items
M5, M5 Competition, M5 30 Jahre
Spark Plugs & Coils (8)
Every 30,000 km
Replacement Cost€300–€600
Wear Factor65%
Engine Gasket/Seal Service
80,000–120,000 km
Replacement Cost€2,000–€5,000
Wear Factor70%
Differential Fluid (M-Sport Diff)
Every 50,000 km
Replacement Cost€100–€200
Wear Factor40%