2013 BMW 650i reliability
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 BMW 650i over 14 years — 1 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 8 650i years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (9 of 16), then Fuel and propulsion system (7) and Powertrain (6). Those filings include 1 that reports a fire.
The 2012 650i has 20 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2014 has 6 complaints, 1 per year. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2012. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2014.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2013 BMW 650i. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (16 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"Presently this vehicle has 57,000 miles on it. It began having issues with a drivetrain malfunction warning back in 2021. Reported on complaint # 11427753. To date I have had to have fuel injectors replaced, a catalytic…"
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"BMW issues a customer care package regarding issues with the fuel injectors. I originally had to have #8 injector replaced. Shortly after leaving dealership the check engine light came on. To find out now that the…"
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"Due to ongoing issues with the BMW N--63 engine which is known for excessive oil use! They claim that one quart per 750-1000 miles is normal ???Car now stutters on acceleration, BMW serviced the vehicle, changing…"
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"BMW voluntarily came out with an extended warranty for faulty fuel injectors (not a recall). Warning of drive train malfunction came on, vehicle would barely run. Dealer determined that #8 fuel injector was the problem…"
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"I'VE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR, WHICH HAVE BEEN QUITE DISAPPOINTING. DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION LIGHT POPPED UP JUST AROUND 52K MILES, IT HAD A ROUGH IDLE, MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRES AND WOULD GO LIMP OFTEN. WENT…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2013 BMW 650 I 2 DR RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2013 BMW 650 I C RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2013 BMW 650 I Gran 2 DR RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2013 BMW 650 I Xdrive Gran 2 DR AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| 650i convertible | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Rear-wheel drive | 17 | 24 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
| 650i convertible xDrive | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | All-wheel drive | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
| 650i Coupe | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Rear-wheel drive | 17 | 24 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
| 650i Coupe xDrive | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | All-wheel drive | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
| 650i Gran Coupe | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Rear-wheel drive | 17 | 24 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
| 650i xDrive Gran Coupe | 4.4L, 8-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | All-wheel drive | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 24V-527 covers certain 2015 BMW 6 Series Coupe, Convertible, and Gran Coupe vehicles (among other BMW models listed in the campaign): the driver's front air bag will be replaced free of charge. Owner notification letters for this campaign were mailed in September 2024. Confirm applicability by VIN; the campaign unit total spans multiple BMW lines.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 BMW 650i reliable?
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 BMW 650i over 14 years — 1 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 8 650i years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2013 BMW 650i?
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (9 of 16), then Fuel and propulsion system (7) and Powertrain (6). Those filings include 1 that reports a fire.
Is the 2013 BMW 650i more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2012 650i has 20 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2014 has 6 complaints, 1 per year. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2012. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2014.
Has the 2013 BMW 650i been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2013 BMW 650i.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2013 BMW 650i?
Owners have filed 16 complaints about the 2013 BMW 650i with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2013 BMW 650i get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2013 BMW 650i is 19 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What engine oil does a US BMW 650i use?
0W-30 With filter, about 10 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.
What tire sizes fit a US BMW 650i?
Published US specs commonly list front 245/40R19, 245/35R20, 275/35R19, 275/30R20 and rear 245/40R19, 245/35R20, 275/35R19, 275/30R20; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US BMW 650i?
Recall 24V-527 covers certain 2015 BMW 6 Series Coupe, Convertible, and Gran Coupe vehicles (among other BMW models listed in the campaign): the driver's front air bag will be replaced free of charge. Owner notification letters for this campaign were mailed in September 2024. Confirm applicability by VIN; the campaign unit total spans multiple BMW lines.