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1992 BMW 5 Series

US · Compact Cars

The 1992 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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), 3.4L 6-cylinder (GUZZLER) 5 SERIES (FFS)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) combined
1992 BMW 5 Series
Exterior (Front)
Photo: Alexander Migl (CC BY-SA 4.0) · CC BY-SA 4.0
Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.5L 6-cylinder (FFS), 3.4L 6-cylinder (GUZZLER) 5 SERIES (FFS)
Combined Economy
16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.5L 6-cylinder (FFS), 3.4L 6-cylinder (GUZZLER) 5 SERIES (FFS)
Displacement2.5 L to 3.4 L
Cylinders6
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainRWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
City14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
Highway20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

5 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 November 6, 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

Source checked: November 11, 2026

Data verified: November 11, 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
    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)

  • 1991 BMW 5 Series

    Varies by configuration: 2.5L 6-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 3.4L 6-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS) (MPFI)), 2.5L 6-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS)) · RWD
    18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1992 BMW 5 Series have?

Varies by configuration: 2.5L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.4L 6-cylinder ((GUZZLER) 5 SERIES (FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1992 BMW 5 Series?

Combined fuel economy is 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1992 BMW 5 Series front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

Are there recalls for the 1992 BMW 5 Series?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.