2000 BMW 540i

$7,495

from

listings

$7K–$24K

price range

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Low$7,495

High$23,999

From$7,495

Avg Mileage158,333 mi

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Sourced from 3 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of Aug 2026

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BMW 540i Safety & Reliability

Elevated

The 2000 BMW 540i has a elevated safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 31 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

19V0150002019-14-01

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000-2003 525i Sedan, 530i Sedan, 540i Sedan, 2001-2003 525i Sports Wagon and 540i Sports Wagon vehicles, and 2000-2004 X5 SAV 3.0i, X5 SAV 4.4i, and X5 SAV 4.6is vehicles. This recall affects certain vehicles where the original steering wheel has been replaced with the optional sports steering wheel. The sports steering wheel has a frontal air bag inflator that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 31 owners have filed complaints about the 2000 BMW 540i. AIR BAGS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Air Bags7

02Engine And Engine Cooling7

03Electrical System4

04Exterior Lighting2

05Engine2

31 total across 1 model years (2000–2000)Full data at NHTSA.gov

BMW 540i Fuel Economy

16–18mpg combined

14-16city

19-22hwy

$4,550-$5,100/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 2000 BMW 540i returns 16–18 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

540i - Automatic 5-spd

18mpg

4.4L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

16 city22 hwy~$4,550/yr-1/10 Poor

540i - Manual 6-spd

16mpg

4.4L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

14 city21 hwy~$5,100/yr-1/10 Poor

540i Sport Wagon - Automatic 5-spd

16mpg

4.4L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

14 city19 hwy~$5,100/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2000 BMW 540i

23States

57%in top 3

22% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 23 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

FLFlorida

5522%

CACalifornia

4518%

TXTexas

4117%

GAGeorgia

239%

NCNorth Carolina

125%

AZArizona

114%

DCWashington DC

73%

MD5

AL5

NVNevada

52%

WAWashington

42%

NY3

OR3

TN3

DE2

IN2

MS2

AR2

OK2

KS2

PA2

LA2

MI2

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2000.

2000 BMW 540i: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2000 BMW 540i a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2000 BMW 540i. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2000 BMW 540i?

Yes, 1 recall on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2000 BMW 540i?

Fuel economy ranges from 16 to 18 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $365 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2000 BMW 540i?

AIR BAGS problems top the list with 31 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2000 compare to other BMW 540i years?

Each BMW 540i model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the BMW 540i overview page.