Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2009 650I.
The 2009 BMW 650I rides on the E64 platform and pairs its automatic (S6) transmission with an engine requiring 8.5 quarts of oil — specified at 15W-40, 10W-40, or 10W-30 API SJ viscosity — while returning EPA figures of 15 city, 23 highway, and 18 combined mpg. Reliability data places this model year on the quieter end of the 650I's complaint spectrum, with just 9 total owner complaints (centered on the Fuel System, Gasoline category) and 3 recalls, figures that look modest next to the model's later peak of 22 complaints in 2012 before tapering to just 3 by 2015. For a researcher, that trajectory suggests the 2009 sits in a relatively stable early run of the generation, before complaint volume climbed in subsequent years — making it a comparatively well-behaved entry point in the 650I's documented reliability history.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 900 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11427542021. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 11427542021 |
| Engine air filter | 13717521023 |
| Fuel filter | 16117373470 |
| Spark plug | 12122158252 |
| Battery | 61217594976 |
| Front wiper blades | 61610431463 |
| Thermostat | 11538632664 alt 11537586885 |
| Cabin air filter | 64319171858 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Overall length | 190.2 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Overall height | 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.4 in |
| Curb weight | 3814 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 61 / 62.6 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 52/48 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 15 / 23 / 18 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 82 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 13 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the 650I of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Coupe 4.8L V8 | 5.00 sec | 13.60 sec | 360 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 8.5 qt of 15W-40 / 10W-40 / 10W-30 API SJ engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Engine Coolant | ETHYLENE GLYCOL |
| Engine Oil | 15W-40 · API · 10W-40 · 10W-30 · 5W-30 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.5 qt |
| Manual Transmission Fluid | BMW MTF part number 83220309031 |
| Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.2 |
| Power Steering Fluid | Use Pentosin CHF 11S |
| Power Steering Fluid | ATF |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 103 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 310 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.75-3.00 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 900 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Pressure Test | 29 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 28-32 psi |
| Brake Application | WITH 12 inch ROTOR / WITH 13 inch ROTOR |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 18-22 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 81 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
| Brake Application | WITH 12 inch ROTOR / WITH 13 inch ROTOR |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 1.181 in / 0.945 in / 1.417 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 1.181 in / 0.945 in / 1.417 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 0.031 in |
| 1 | 73 ft. lbs., step 2: 60 degrees, step 3: 60 degrees, step 4: 60 | 73 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi.
| Every 100,000 mi | Spark Plugs (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill) |
| At 120,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
For the 2009 BMW 650i, federal data identifies the Fuel System, Gasoline as the top complaint area with 3 reports, followed by Exterior Lighting at 2, and single reports for the Fuel/Propulsion System and Electrical System, Engine, alongside zero crash or fire complaints. The provided year-by-year federal record from 2012 to 2015 illustrates a consistent downward trend across the generation, with complaints falling from 22 to 3, recalls decreasing from 3 to 1, and technical service bulletins declining from 399 to 282. Because the 2009 model year predates this recorded arc of improvement, it falls outside the window of documented reliability gains and likely lacks the refinements that resolved later issues. Furthermore, the data does not specify the root causes for the 2009 model's fuel system complaints, creating uncertainty around potential repair outcomes. Given its placement before the generation's demonstrated reliability upswing, the 2009 model carries inherent risk and is not the most advisable year to buy.
All 9 complaints on record, top 6 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 F650 GS AND F 800 GS MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 27, 2007 THROUGH MARCH 30, 2009. THE DRIVE CHAINS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT… Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVE CHAIN AND SPROCKETS ON THE AFFECTED MOTORCYCLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2010. OWNERS MAY…
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 F650 GS AND F800 GS MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 2008 AND DECEMBER 2009. DURING ENGINE OPERATION, A VACUUM IS CREATED IN ORDER TO DRAW FRESH AIR INTO THE… Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND ADD AN ADDITIONAL HOSE AND ROUTE IT SUCH THAT THE PRESENT DEFECT IS PREVENTED. THIS REMEDY WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON…
Showing 5 of 15 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCAS2026 | 2026-02-25 | Engine | Hose Set Idle Actuator Return |
| B611305 | 2024-01-11 | Electrical System | The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process… |
| MC610321 | 2022-03-18 | Electrical System | The motorcycle will not start. The vehicle battery is empty even though the battery… |
| MC55297495 | 2021-07-01 | Electrical System | Vehicle battery not charged despite the battery charger being connected to the on-board… |
| MC210221 | 2021-06-24 | Power Train | The clutch plates do not tolerate frequent and prolonged operation at the clutch friction… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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8.5 qt of HIGH PERFORMANCE MINERAL OILS: ABOVE 5 degrees F: 15W-40 API SJ, SL OR SM, -5 degreesF TO 68 degrees F: 10W-40 API SJ, SL OR SM, 5 degreesF TO 50 degrees F: 10W-30 API SJ, SL OR SM, BELOW 50 degrees F: 5W-30 API SJ, SL OR SM, BELOW 32 degrees F:, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 15 city / 23 highway / 18 combined mpg.