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The 2021 BMW 850i presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints according to NHTSA data.

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Model-year guides

20212019
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Specifications by model year

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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.

Fuel economy

EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.

YearCity MPGHighway MPGCombined MPGCity L/100 kmHighway L/100 kmCombined L/100 km
2021000000
2019000000

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.

YearBody styleTransmissionDrivetrain
2021sedanAutomatic—
2019chassis_cabAutomaticAWD/All-Wheel Drive

Pricing & configuration

Original pricing and model configuration where available.

YearNoteBase price
2021HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player—
2019—$111,900

Space, dimensions & utility

Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.

YearSeatsKeyless ignitionSteering locationSeat rowsAxlesWheelsWheelbaseEntertainment systemGVWRFront wheelRear wheel
20214StandardLeft-Hand Drive (LHD)224119————
20194StandardLeft-Hand Drive (LHD)224111.1CD + StereoClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)2020

Safety ratings & driver assistance

NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.

YearabsesctractionControltpmsadaptiveCruiseControlautoBrakeforwardCollisionWarningpedestrianAebblindSpotMonitoringlaneDepartureWarninglaneCenteringAssistrearCamerarearCrossTrafficAlertparkAssistadaptiveDrivingBeamautoReverseSystem
2021standardstandardstandardstandardoptionalstandardstandardstandardoptionalstandardstandardstandardoptionaloptionalstandardstandard
2019standardstandardstandardstandard—optionalstandardoptionalstandardstandard—standard—standardstandardstandard

Model year reports

2021

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The 2021 BMW 850i presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints according to NHTSA data.

2019

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The 2019 BMW 850i presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls or complaints reported to NHTSA, indicating exceptional initial build quality and owner satisfaction.

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

What are the best years for the BMW 850i?

Carfocal currently has 2 published 850i reports, covering 2019 through 2021. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2021 BMW 850i presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints according to NHTSA data.

Published year coverage: 2019, 2021.

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Is the BMW 850i reliable?

There is no single reliability answer for every BMW 850i. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2021 bmw 850i presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints according to nhtsa data. and the 2021 bmw 850i offers significant performance and luxury for its used market price. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.

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What are common problems with the BMW 850i?

Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2019 through 2021.

Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.

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