550i owners chime in please!

T111 · 06-27-2013, 08:19 PM

Hi All-

I am interested in a 550i. Just out of sheer curiosity, how do you all do on MPG. I do a lot of freeway commuting for work and am very interested if the advertised 25 Highway MPG is accurate. Also interested in hearing combined numbers.

Thanks much!

45ACP · 06-27-2013, 08:46 PM

I'm getting 18.5 mpg in mixed driving during my 32-mile round-trip commute, and I like to step on it. Not bad for a 4300 lb porker with a V8. My previous Z4M Coupe got similar mileage and it was 3200 lbs.

WRFITR · 06-27-2013, 08:59 PM

T111,
I like to get on my 2011 550i M Sport..... But when I cruise and enjoy the view here in Germany I get 25MPG plus. It's all about how you drive it.... But you couldn't be looking at a better vehicle or wanting to drive a more responsive driving machine. This is my first post I will post pics of mine so you can have a peek at what I'm working with.

Boulder Bill · 06-27-2013, 09:13 PM

20 combined with a 25 mile commute. Quite a bit more on a longer drive. That is usually with sport mode engaged and spirited driving.

328i M-Sport · 06-27-2013, 10:18 PM

I am getting 18.5 mpg in mixed driving as well. My 328i is not much better than that.

Andrey · 06-27-2013, 10:30 PM

the best MPG i had on my f10 550i was 27.8 on a long road trip from GA to California.
Oh and just a heads up, if youre interested, i am selling my 2011 550i black on black 40,000 miles.
http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=843562

Lee · 06-27-2013, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by WRFITR

T111,
I like to get on my 2011 550i M Sport..... But when I cruise and enjoy the view here in Germany I get 25MPG plus. It's all about how you drive it.... .

In Germany too and agree with the 25 mpg, although if you sustain 140 mph on the autobahn, that figure significantly drops.

Marksman63 · 06-28-2013, 01:30 AM

Driving a 550i and taking care of MPG is a little bit strange. Buy a 535d!

badblack550xi · 06-28-2013, 08:40 AM

i do lots of short distance driving and let me tell ya this thing gulps on gas i fill up about 3 times a week driving local. IF you are concerned with MPG get a diesel or a 535i.

Russkey · 06-28-2013, 09:18 AM

15 MPG...

j3o3t3 · 06-29-2013, 12:31 PM

I dont even think about it...since I usually depress the throttle hard and suddenly realize I'm doing 80

My AVG is about 18 MPG combined /street/So Cal FWY's

Chili Palmer · 06-30-2013, 12:12 AM

I get about 17-18 mpg with mixed driving. On the highway doing between 75-80mph, I get around 26-27 mpg. That for a 400 horsepower V-8! That would be unheard of 12 years ago. I'm not complaining one bit.

Jagu · 06-30-2013, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Marksman63

Driving a 550i and taking care of MPG is a little bit strange. Buy a 535d!

Why? Do you pay full msrp because it is a 550i?

Atl550 · 06-30-2013, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by sholaesq

Why? Do you pay full msrp because it is a 550i?

Originally Posted by Marksman63
Driving a 550i and taking care of MPG is a little bit strange. Buy a 535d!

I believe what Marksman63 is saying is that people buy the 550i for the V8 450hp engine first and MPG second. Anyone concerned with MPG needs to go with the 535i or the 535d with higher MPG engines. But, for 2014, the 535i and the 550i both get 24 MPG due to the tweaked V8 engine in the 550i. Therefore, for 2014, the major difference between the 535i and the 550i is the V6 verses the V8 and the price ($8,800).

The 2015 535i will get a tweaked V6 engine (rumor) that will up the MPG to 28 and provide 335hp (up from 300hp in the 2014).

As far as MSRP, I’m not hearing of discounts on any 2014s besides the $1,000 event discount and the $750 BMW previous owner discount since they can only be ordered at this time and the 2013s are still on the lots. There is no reason for BMW to discount the 2014s at this time.

Atl550 · 06-30-2013, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Chili Palmer

I get about 17-18 mpg with mixed driving. On the highway doing between 75-80mph, I get around 26-27 mpg. That for a 400 horsepower V-8! That would be unheard of 12 years ago. I'm not complaining one bit.

I agree 100%!! And, with the new tweaked V8 in the 2014 550i at an average of 24 MPG (verses 20 MPG last year) per the spec sheets, MPG really drops down the list when comparing models. I should have my 550i around the end of August and if I get 30-31 mpg at 75-80mph I will ecstatic.

Jagu · 06-30-2013, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by DBT

Originally Posted by Marksman63
Driving a 550i and taking care of MPG is a little bit strange. Buy a 535d!

I believe what Marksman63 is saying is that people buy the 550i for the V8 450hp engine first and MPG second. Anyone concerned with MPG needs to go with the 535i or the 535d with higher MPG engines. But, for 2014, the 535i and the 550i both get 24 MPG due to the tweaked V8 engine in the 550i. Therefore, for 2014, the major difference between the 535i and the 550i is the V6 verses the V8 and the price ($8,800).

The 2015 535i will get a tweaked V6 engine (rumor) that will up the MPG to 28 and provide 335hp (up from 300hp in the 2014).

As far as MSRP, I’m not hearing of discounts on any 2014s besides the $1,000 event discount and the $750 BMW previous owner discount since they can only be ordered at this time and the 2013s are still on the lots. There is no reason for BMW to discount the 2014s at this time.

There are some guys on Bimmefest who got 2014s for invoice.

Atl550 · 06-30-2013, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by sholaesq

There are some guys on Bimmefest who got 2014s for invoice.

Excellent news! Especially since you are out of Atlanta as well. Any tips on how to get a 2014 for invoice would be greatly appreciated.

Jagu · 06-30-2013, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by DBT

Excellent news! Especially since you are out of Atlanta as well. Any tips on how to get a 2014 for invoice would be greatly appreciated.

I haven't priced one yet, but the dealer that sold it to those guys for invoice is out of California.

Atl550 · 06-30-2013, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by sholaesq

I haven't priced one yet, but the dealer that sold it to those guys for invoice is out of California.

Interesting. Please let me know if you get any details and I'll run it down.

Catfish454 · 06-30-2013, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by DBT

I agree 100%!! And, with the new tweaked V8 in the 2014 550i at an average of 24 MPG (verses 20 MPG last year) per the spec sheets, MPG really drops down the list when comparing models. I should have my 550i around the end of August and if I get 30-31 mpg at 75-80mph I will ecstatic.

Where did you get the MPG numbers for the 2014? From everything I've seen, an increase of 10% is what's being touted. Would love for you be correct as I plan on ordering a 550 next month.

badblack550xi · 06-30-2013, 10:09 PM

i am at 13.5 average

Andrey · 06-30-2013, 10:57 PM

The day i bought my 2011 550i, is the day i stopped watching my MPG, started counting SPG (smilies per gallon)

and it can be way above 27 - 28

Lets be honest, we didn't get this car for MPG, even though it decent enough!!

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45ACP Long Live the 1911 46 Rep 643 Posts Drives: Hooptie Join Date: May 2007 Location: USA iTrader: (4) Garage List 2011 550i [0.00] 2008 M Coupe (retired) [0.00] 2007 335i (retired) [0.00]	I'm getting 18.5 mpg in mixed driving during my 32-mile round-trip commute, and I like to step on it. Not bad for a 4300 lb porker with a V8. My previous Z4M Coupe got similar mileage and it was 3200 lbs.
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WRFITR Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: 2012 550i M-Sport Join Date: May 2013 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	T111, I like to get on my 2011 550i M Sport..... But when I cruise and enjoy the view here in Germany I get 25MPG plus. It's all about how you drive it.... But you couldn't be looking at a better vehicle or wanting to drive a more responsive driving machine. This is my first post I will post pics of mine so you can have a peek at what I'm working with.
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Boulder Bill First Lieutenant 61 Rep 371 Posts Drives: 2018 Porsche Cayman GTS Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0)	20 combined with a 25 mile commute. Quite a bit more on a longer drive. That is usually with sport mode engaged and spirited driving.
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328i M-Sport Private First Class 1 Rep 176 Posts Drives: 2011 328i M-Sport Sedan Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	I am getting 18.5 mpg in mixed driving as well. My 328i is not much better than that. __________________ 2012 328i M-Sport sedan 2013 550i M-Sport sedan
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Andrey Average Guy 52 Rep 316 Posts Drives: 2011 335i, Gone 2011 BMW 550i, Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: North Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	the best MPG i had on my f10 550i was 27.8 on a long road trip from GA to California. Oh and just a heads up, if youre interested, i am selling my 2011 550i black on black 40,000 miles. http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=843562
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Marksman63 New Member 0 Rep 11 Posts Drives: F10 520d sedan Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Tuscany, Italy iTrader: (0)	Driving a 550i and taking care of MPG is a little bit strange. Buy a 535d!
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badblack550xi Colonel 465 Rep 2,416 Posts Drives: F10 550i 2011 F90 2020 COMP Join Date: May 2013 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	i do lots of short distance driving and let me tell ya this thing gulps on gas i fill up about 3 times a week driving local. IF you are concerned with MPG get a diesel or a 535i.
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Russkey Captain 155 Rep 751 Posts Drives: '12 BMW AW 550xi Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 550xi [10.00]	15 MPG... __________________ '15 Porsche Macan S / Black & Garnet Red / 20" RS Spyder Wheels / CF trim / Red Calipers / Black Rear Badge. '12 AW 550xi / Dinan S2 / Arkym CF Spoiler / 3D Design Style Splitter / Eisenmann Race Exhaust / 20' HRE FF01 / ACS Springs / CF Grill / CF 3D Design Diffuser / Blue Calipers...
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j3o3t3 Private First Class 131 Rep 185 Posts Drives: 2023 M5 Competition Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	I dont even think about it...since I usually depress the throttle hard and suddenly realize I'm doing 80 My AVG is about 18 MPG combined /street/So Cal FWY's __________________ 2023 M5 Competition: Marina Bay Blue l Silverstone Merino Leather l Type 789 Rims l Executive Package l Acquired 12/30/2022 Prior BMW's 2011 550iMSport, 2008 5501MSport, 2005 5451, 1993 325iS
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Chili Palmer Master Of My Domain 89 Rep 669 Posts Drives: 2015 650i Gran Coupe Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: SoCal iTrader: (3)	I get about 17-18 mpg with mixed driving. On the highway doing between 75-80mph, I get around 26-27 mpg. That for a 400 horsepower V-8! That would be unheard of 12 years ago. I'm not complaining one bit. __________________ RIP: 2015 Black Sapphire Metallic 650i Gran Coupe, 343 Wheels, Michelin Pilot Super Sports 255 F / 285 R, M6 Front Grilles. Coming - M6 Comp. Mufflers, Carbon Fiber Diffuser & Spoiler.
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badblack550xi Colonel 465 Rep 2,416 Posts Drives: F10 550i 2011 F90 2020 COMP Join Date: May 2013 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	i am at 13.5 average
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Andrey Average Guy 52 Rep 316 Posts Drives: 2011 335i, Gone 2011 BMW 550i, Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: North Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	The day i bought my 2011 550i, is the day i stopped watching my MPG, started counting SPG (smilies per gallon) and it can be way above 27 - 28 Lets be honest, we didn't get this car for MPG, even though it decent enough!!
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