BMW M5 F10 Engines -The Complete UK Guide
Every engine fitted to the F10 M5 -from the 560 hp S63B44 twin-turbo V8 to the 600 hp Competition Package and the 575 hp 30 Jahre special. Real UK replacement costs, honest reliability data, and the rod bearing and cooling system weaknesses that define this generation's ownership story. Backed by real UK F10 M5 enquiries in 2025 [BMW-VERIFIED].
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BMW M5 F10 Engine Codes -The Complete Database
Every engine fitted to the F10 M5 -from the standard S63B44 to the Competition Package and 30 Jahre variants.
Overview
BMW M5 F10 -Overview
The BMW F10 M5, produced from 2011 to 2016, is the fifth generation of BMW's legendary M5 and the first to feature a turbocharged engine.
Powered by the 4.4-litre S63 twin-turbo V8 producing 560 hp, it replaced the high-revving V10 of the E60 with a more muscular, torque-rich powerplant that delivered 680 Nm from just 1,500 rpm. The F10 M5 set new benchmarks for luxury performance saloons, combining supercar-rivalling pace with the comfort and practicality expected of a 5 Series.
Key Facts
Platform
BMW L6 (F10/F11)
Predecessor
BMW M5 E60
Successor
BMW M5 F90
Sibling body styles in this generation
None (F10 M5 was saloon only; M5 Touring not offered in this generation)
Market Intelligence
The F10 M5 generated real UK engine enquiries in 2025 [BMW-VERIFIED], with the S63B44TU and Competition Package accounting for the majority of demand as these cars enter second and third ownership cycles.
Best & Worst Engines
Best Petrol Overall
S63B44TU (LCI, 2013–2016) – "The Technical Update version of the S63 addressed many of the early engine's weaknesses -revised rod bearing specifications, improved cooling system components, and updated engine management. It's the sweet spot of the F10 M5 range -560 hp with better reliability than the early cars."
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Who it's for: buyers who want F10 M5 performance with the benefit of BMW's running improvements.
Highest Risk
S63B44 (pre-LCI, 2011–2013) – "Early S63 engines carry a documented rod bearing wear risk -failure can occur as early as 60,000 miles, leading to a £10,000+ engine replacement. The S63's rod bearings are not as notorious as the S85 V10, but they are a genuine concern. Oil dilution from injector or HPFP failure is another risk."
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Who it's for: only buyers who have confirmed rod bearing replacement or are budgeting for it.
Most Expensive Failure
S63B44B (Competition Package) – "The Competition Package's 600 hp engine is the most powerful F10 M5 variant -but that extra power comes with extra stress on the rod bearings, turbochargers and cooling system. A full replacement is the most expensive bill in the F10 range."
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Who it's for: buyers who want the ultimate F10 M5 and accept the associated running costs.
Best Value
S63B44TU (LCI, non-Competition) – "The LCI engine delivers 560 hp with improved reliability over early cars, without the Competition Package's additional complexity and running costs. It's the smart choice for most F10 M5 buyers."
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Who it's for: buyers who want proven F10 M5 performance without the Comp Pack premium.
Most Overlooked
S63B44TU (30 Jahre M5) – "The 575 hp 30 Jahre special is often overlooked in favour of the Competition Package, but it delivers genuine collector appeal with only 300 units built worldwide. The engine is effectively a detuned Comp Pack unit with unique badging."
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Who it's for: collectors and enthusiasts who want a rare F10 M5 variant.
BMW M5 F10 -Ownership Economics
The F10 M5 rule
A £6,000–£10,000 S63 recon against a £15,000–£30,000 F10 M5 sits at 20–67% of the car's value. On a sub-£18,000 example, that brushes our 70% BMW threshold -we'll honestly tell you to walk away unless the car has documented rod bearing work. Against a £25,000+ low-mileage example, the same recon drops to a routine 24–40% -a repair decision, not a financial one. For the Competition Package, values are high enough that even a £12,000 S63B44B rebuild is often a viable investment.
Key Takeaways
Which F10 M5 Costs Least To Own?
S63B44TU (LCI) -improved bearings, no Comp Pack complexity.
Which F10 M5 Costs Most To Own?
S63B44B (Competition Package) -600 hp with premium running costs.
Which F10 M5 Is Best Value?
S63B44TU (LCI) -the sweet spot between performance, reliability and value.
Common Problems
F10 M5 Engine Replacement Costs -By Engine and Condition
Core Variants
Diesel & Petrol Lineup
Petrol Variants
Scope note: All variants listed are F10 only. The F90 M5 (2017–present) is the successor generation with its own engine line-up -see the F90 M5 Generation Page for those specifications. The F10 M5 was available exclusively as a saloon; no Touring variant was produced in this generation.
Market Intelligence
Most Requested E90 Engines (2025)
- 1.1. S63B44TU (LCI) – the improved engine with best reliability
- 2.2. S63B44B (Competition Package) – performance enquiries
- 3.3. S63B44 (pre-LCI) – rod bearing-related enquiries [PATTERN DATA].
Most Requested E90 Variants
- 1.1. M5 (LCI)
- 2.2. M5 Competition Package
- 3.3. M5 (pre-LCI) [PATTERN DATA].
Average E90 Replacement Cost
£6,000–£12,000 supply only [BMW-QUOTE].
Most Common E90 Failures
- 1.1. S63 rod bearing wear
- 2.2. HPFP & injector failure
- 3.3. Cooling system weaknesses
- 4.4. Ignition coil failures [PATTERN DATA].
BMW M5
F10 (S63B44TU)
5
enquiries
BMW M5 Competition Package (S63B44B)
3
enquiries
BMW M5
F10 (S63B44)
3
enquiries
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