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BMW M to stick with six- and eight-cylinder engines
BMW won't be dropping cylinders from its performance models to meet emissions standards, and will stick with six- and eight-pot engines.
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Overview
Variant
M5
Variant
GT
Body type
Sedan
Body type
Sedan
Engine size
4.4 L
Engine size
3.0 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Fuel efficiency (combined)
10.5 / 100 km
Power and torque
535kW / 1000Nm
Power and torque
389kW / 730Nm
—
562km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
3 years
Doors
4
Doors
4
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Electric
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
—
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Traction Control: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Traction Control: yes
Transmission: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Ambient Lighting
Reactive Lighting: yes
Ambient Lighting
Reactive Lighting: yes
Car Sharing
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Car Sharing
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Voice Activating System
AI-Powered: yes
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 12.30
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 14.90
Traffic Info: yes
Over Air Updates
Type: Os Version
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Internet: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Service: yes
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Entertainment Display Screen
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Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 239
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 4395
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: Xb1161t0
Engine (L): 4.4
Number of Cylinders: 8
Engine
Engine (cc): 2993
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Additional Fuel Types
Unleaded Fuel: Unleaded
Additional Fuel Types
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Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.9
Main Capacity (L): 60
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.2
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.6
Main Capacity (L): 59
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.0
Main Type: Total
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Duration: 11.50
Mode 2 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 2.30
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 2 Voltage: 230
Mode 3 amps (A): 32
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 3.28
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 6.59
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 3.30
Mode 3 Duration: 3.25
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 7.40
Mode 3 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 7.40
Mode 3 Scenario: Mode 3
Mode 3 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 3 Voltage: 230
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: 4x4
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 280
Motor 1 Location: Transmission-Integrated Motor Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 197.2
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 145.0
Electric Power Source
Battery (Ah): 63.5
Battery Supplier: Other
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 347.5
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 22.07
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 7.4
Useable Battery (kWh): 18.60
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Charging Connector
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Front Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Display Screen
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 14.90
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Touchpad Control: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Display Screen
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 14.90
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Touchpad Control: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 562
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 349
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 9.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 10.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 27
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 22
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 3.5
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 140
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 3.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 308
Maximum Speed (mph): 191
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 728
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 197
Maximum Power (kW): 535
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 145
Maximum Torque (Nm): 1000
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 280
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5600
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 529
Maximum Power (kW): 389
Maximum Torque (Nm): 730
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2500
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 585
Maximum Power (kW): 430
Maximum Torque (Nm): 750
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1800
Secondary Power
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Fuel Economy
—
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 10.5
Active Differential
Location: Rear
Active Differential
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Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Manufacturer Name: Xdrive
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
Transmission
Code: Gb8xa0az
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: 8hp76
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 111
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 285
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 21
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 110
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 295
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 10.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 21
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: Clar
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Exhaust Pipe: yes
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Sport Exhaust Pipe
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Sport Exhaust Pipe
Driver-Controlled Valve Flap on Sport Exhaust Pipe: yes
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 466
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 480
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 66.3
Front Track (mm): 1684
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 115
Overall Height (in): 59.4
Overall Height (mm): 1510
Overall Length (in): 200.6
Overall Length (mm): 5096
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 77.6
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1970
Overall Width (in): 77.6
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 84.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2156
Overall Width (mm): 1970
Rear Track (in): 65.4
Rear Track (mm): 1660
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 41.3
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12600
Wheelbase (in): 118.3
Wheelbase (mm): 3006
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 62.1
Front Track (mm): 1577
Overall Height (in): 56.7
Overall Height (mm): 1440
Overall Length (in): 185.9
Overall Length (mm): 4723
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 71.9
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1827
Overall Width (in): 71.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 81.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2068
Overall Width (mm): 1827
Rear Track (in): 61.9
Rear Track (mm): 1572
Wheelbase (in): 112.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2851
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.6
Front Headroom (mm): 1030
Rear Headroom (in): 38.1
Rear Headroom (mm): 969
Rear Hip Room (in): 58.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1497
Front Leg Room (in): 41.3
Front Leg Room (mm): 1048
Rear Leg Room (in): 36.2
Rear Leg Room (mm): 920
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1504
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1446
Internal Dimensions
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Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: Black
Two Tone: yes
Type: Metallic
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
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Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Blind
Location: Rear
Location: Side
Blind
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2940
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6482
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2510
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5534
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 100
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3968
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2340
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5159
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1875
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4134
Tare Weight (kg): 1838
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 655
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Bowers & Wilkins
Number of Speakers: 18
Subwoofer: yes
Speakers
Brand: Harman/Kardon
Number of Speakers: 16
Subwoofer: yes
Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Door Sill Protector
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Piano Black
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Leather
Gear Selector: Piano Black
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Knee Airbags
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Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Steering Vibration: yes
Overtaking Sensor
—
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor & Camera
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
—
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 4
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Individual Rear Location: Individual Rear
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Engine Heater: yes
Ion Filtering: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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BMW won't be dropping cylinders from its performance models to meet emissions standards, and will stick with six- and eight-pot engines.
6 Months Ago
James Wong
Podcast: Australia's new favourite car, BMW M5 hits Mount Panorama!
Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Sean Lander hosts the panel as we talk the latest in automotive news and reviews.
1 Year Ago
Josh Nevett
BMW M5 facelift spied just months after model debut
BMW is already preparing to facelift its M5 super sedan, with a restyled example spotted testing in camouflage.
1 Year Ago
Very Good
James Wong
2025 BMW M5 review
The G90 BMW M5 is plugged in and ready for action. We blast the new super sedan up Mount Panorama to see if it's a worthy seventh instalment.
1 Year Ago
Neil Briscoe
2025 BMW M5 review: Quick drive
With plug-in hybrid power, a massive weight gain and rear-wheel steering, has BMW ruined the M5? Or perfected it?
1 Year Ago
Excellent
Anthony Crawford
2022 BMW M5 CS review
Forget the fact the M5 CS only gets 7kW more power than the regular M5 Competition. It’s totally and utterly irrelevant, because you can’t quantify this car by numbers alone.
4 Years Ago