BMW M5

BMW M5
F90 M5 (left) and E28 M5 (right)
Overview
ManufacturerBMW M
Production1984–present
Body and chassis
ClassExecutive car (E)
Layout
  • Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1984–1995, 1998–2016),
  • Front-engine, all-wheel-drive (2017–present)
Related

The BMW M5 is a super high-performance car. It is a variant of the BMW 5 Series. It is marketed under the BMW M sub-brand. It is thought of, as being part of the sports saloon category.[1][2] The car is still being made (as of 2025). The first generation was made from 1984 to 1988.


BMW M5 (G90/G99)
Overview
ManufacturerBMW
Model years2025–present
Body and chassis
Body style
LayoutFront-engine, all-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motorPermanent magnet synchronous motor
Power output535 kW (727 PS; 717 hp)
Transmission8-speed ZF 8HP automatic
Hybrid drivetrainPHEV
Dimensions
Wheelbase3005 mm (118.3 in)
Length5095 mm (200.6 in)
Width1971 mm (77.6 in)
Height1509 mm (59.4 in)
Curb weight2,435 kg (5,368 lbs)

In 2024, a new generation came out: G90/G99 M5 (2024–present). The first model year was 2025.

References

  1. "Best Sport Sedans: Top-Rated Performance Sedans for 2018". edmunds.com. Retrieved 20 January 2019.
  2. "2018 BMW M5 Review: Luxury Sedan or Supercar, But Never Anything in Between". thedrive.com. 19 October 2018. Retrieved 20 January 2019.