Ask anyone who loves European cars to name their ultimate executive performance sedan, and there’s a good chance the BMW M5 will be the first thing they utter.
The halo model for the 5 Series range has always been at the cutting edge of technology and performance, and over the years this luxury go-fast sedan has warped into a supercar beater in terms of its acceleration and awe-inspiring agility.
It’s no surprise that all that progress comes at a price – the M5 starts at $259,900.
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BMW M5 Review, For Sale, Colours, Specs & Models in Australia
BMW M5 Reviews
BMW M5 2025 review - Australian first drive
By J.ohn Law -
10 Feb 2025
BMW M5 Competition 2018 review
By A.ndrew Chesterton -
3 Aug 2018
BMW M5 2018 review
By M.alcolm Flynn -
6 Apr 2018
BMW M5 Pure 2016 review
By C.raig Duff -
19 Feb 2016
BMW M5 2015 review
By P.eter Anderson -
31 Dec 2015
BMW M5 Nighthawk Edition 2015 review
By P.eter Barnwell -
2 Sep 2015
BMW M5 2014 Review
By P.eter Anderson -
10 Jun 2014
BMW M5 2012 review: first drive
By P.eter Barnwell -
3 Oct 2012
BMW M5 2012 review
By P.aul Gover -
16 May 2012
BMW M5 F10 2012 review
By C.raig Duff -
24 Mar 2012
BMW M5 2012 track review
By P.hilip King -
20 Mar 2012
BMW M5 2012 review: snapshot
By P.aul Gover -
8 Oct 2011
BMW M5 News
Want to make your dog sick, too? 2025 BMW M5 Touring locked-in for Australia as a low-slung alternative to the X5 M Competition, Audi SQ7 and Range Rover Sport
By J.ohn Law -
16 Aug 2024
New hybrid goes next level: 2025 BMW M5 Australian prices revealed as it gears up with 1000Nm, 300+ km/h V8 hybrid to battle the Mercedes-AMG C63
By L.aura Berry -
18 Jul 2024
Best hybrid cars arriving in 2024
By T.om White -
3 Jul 2024
Full-fat big M! 2025 BMW M5 goes plug-in hybrid but keeps all eight cylinders as a warning shot past Audi RS6 and future AMGs!
By C.hris Thompson -
26 Jun 2024
BMW has just put forward the best argument for not buying an X5 M Competition large SUV
By T.ung Nguyen -
28 Jun 2023
2021 BMW M5 CS pricing and specs detailed: Mercedes-AMG E63 S and Audi RS7-crushing sedan just months away
By T.ung Nguyen -
27 Jan 2021
2021 BMW M5 CS confirmed! V8-powered super sedan scores more power, less weight to take down Mercedes-AMG E63 S and Audi RS7
By T.ung Nguyen -
4 Jan 2021
New BMW M5 Competition 2021 detailed: Mercedes-AMG E63 S rival gets aggressive facelift
By J.ustin Hilliard -
17 Jun 2020
Australia's fastest police car! BMW M5 Competition joins the Highway Patrol fleet in Victoria
By A.ndrew Chesterton -
15 Jul 2019
BMW M Models Price and Specs
The price range for the BMW M Models varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $126,300 and going to $263,900 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Coupe | 3.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $126,300 | $254,900 | |
| 2025 | Sedan | 3.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $167,100 | $263,900 | |
| 2025 | Wagon | 3.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $186,900 | $253,900 | |
| 2025 | Convertible | 3.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $201,300 | $201,300 | |
| 2024 | Coupe | 3.0L, —, 6 SP MAN | $114,290 | $274,120 | |
| 2024 | Convertible | 3.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO | $140,250 | $212,740 | |
| 2024 | Sedan | 3.0L, —, 6 SP MAN | $149,600 | $280,500 | |
| 2024 | Wagon | 3.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO | $167,750 | $195,250 | |
| 2023 | Coupe | 3.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO | $112,090 | $330,110 | |
| 2023 | Convertible | 3.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO | $138,160 | $208,340 | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 3.0L, —, 6 SP MAN | $143,770 | $278,850 | |
| 2023 | Wagon | 3.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO | $164,120 | $190,850 | |
| 2022 | Coupe | 3.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $95,040 | $325,380 | |
| 2022 | Convertible | 3.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $129,910 | $205,370 | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 3.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $139,260 | $290,070 | |
| 2022 | Wagon | 3.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $163,680 | $188,100 | |
| 2021 | Coupe | 3.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $90,200 | $180,510 | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 3.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN | $120,670 | $272,580 | |
| 2021 | Convertible | 3.0L, PULP, 8 SP AUTO | $124,410 | $192,060 | |
BMW M5 Colours
The BMW M5 is available in 10 standard paint colours, with eight of those no-cost, including 'Alpine White', 'Brooklyn Grey', 'Marina Bay', 'Carbon Black', 'Sophisto Grey', 'M Isle of Man Green', 'Fire Red' and 'Black Sapphire'.
A further two colours cost extra, being 'Storm Bay Metallic' and 'Individual Frozen Deep Grey'.
BMW's expansive 'Individual' program allows buyers to choose from more than 150 colours fir the G90 M5, everything from 'Sao Paulo Yellow' to 'Techno Violet'.
- Alpine White
- Black Sapphire
- Sophisto Grey
- Fire Red
- M Carbon Black
- M Marina Bay Blue
- M Isle of Man Green
- M Brooklyn Grey
- Individual Storm Bay
- Frozen Deep Grey
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website.
BMW M5 VS the competition
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BMW M5 Engine
The BMW M5 G90 features an 'S68' 4.4-litre twin-turbo petrol V8 developing 430kW (5600-6500rpm) and 750Nm (1800-5400rpm). It is a development of the previous 'S63' found in the F90.
BMW's M division boosted outputs using a 145kW electric motor embedded in the transmission, for total combined power and torque of 535kW and 1000Nm.
The M5 drives all four wheels via an eight-speed automatic, and the front axle can be disconnected in 2WD mode.
BMW M5 Interior
With a focus on technology and touchscreens, the M5 uses BMW's 'Operating System 8.5' and retains a rotary controller. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.
Buyers can options various different interior trim materials and leather colours, including bold red/black and 'Kyalami Orange'/black combinations.
BMW M5 Speed
The BMW M5 has a claimed 0-100km/h sprint time of 3.5 seconds, a tenth slower than its 'F90' predecessor.
Once on the move, its gathers speed quickly making the 80-120km/h interval in 2.2 seconds (in 4th gear) and taking just 10.9 seconds to reach 200km/h.
In Australia, the standard 'M Driver's Package' lifts the M5's electronically limited top speed from 250km/h to 305km/h.
BMW M Models Wheel Size
The BMW M5 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 285x40 ZR20 for Sedan in 2025.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Sedan | 285x40 ZR20 | — | 295x35 ZR21 | — | |
| 2024 | Sedan | 285x40 ZR20 | — | 295x35 ZR21 | — | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 275x35 R20 | — | 285x35 R20 | — | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 275x35 R20 | — | 285x35 R20 | — | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 275x35 R20 | — | 285x35 R20 | — | |
BMW M5 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the BMW M5 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Will my M5 become a collector's item?
You should never consider a car as an investment, just a depreciating asset, unless you're lucky enough to have a rare classic Porsche or Ferrari in the garage. The V10-engined M5 is definitely a favourite with driving enthusiasts but it's unlikely to become a serious investment because of the number built.
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BMW M5 Accessories
The M5 is fully loaded, equipped with 20/21-inch alloy wheels, 'M Carbon Exterior' package including carbon roof and rear lip spoiler, adaptive LED headlights and ‘Iconic Glow’ illuminated kidney grille surrounds.
Other features include keyless entry, a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, an interior camera, 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system, M seatbelts, four-zone climate control and a power tailgate.
Carbon ceramic brakes ($18,500) and BMW 'Individual' paintwork (from $4100) are the only options.
BMW M Models Dimensions
The dimensions of the BMW M5 Sedan vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Sedan | 1510x1970x5096 mm | 115 mm | |
| 2024 | Sedan | 1510x1970x5096 mm | 115 mm | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 1469x1903x4983 mm | 128 mm | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 1469x1903x4983 mm | 128 mm | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 1469x1903x4983 mm | 128 mm | |
BMW M5 Seats
The five-seat BMW M5 is equipped with electrically adjustable sports seats. They are heated and ventilated for front passengers.
The M5's rear seat room is ample for those up to and above 180cm tall.
BMW M Models Fuel Consumption
The BMW M5 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by —, Hyb/PULP and PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 10.3L/100km for Sedan /Hyb/PULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Sedan | — | 4.4L | — | 8 SP | |
| 2025 | Sedan | 10.3L/100km | 4.4L | Hyb/PULP | 8 SP | |
| 2024 | Sedan | 10.3L/100km | 4.4L | — | 8 SP | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 10.5L/100km | 4.4L | — | 8 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 10.6L/100km | 4.4L | PULP | 8 SP | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 10.5L/100km | 4.4L | PULP | 8 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 10.5L/100km | 4.4L | PULP | 8 SP AUTO | |
BMW M Models Towing Capacity
The BMW M5 has maximum towing capacity of 2000kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Sedan | 2000kg | 2000kg | |
| 2024 | Sedan | 2000kg | 2000kg | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 2000kg | 2000kg | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 2000kg | 2000kg | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 2000kg | 2000kg | |
BMW M5 Boot Space
The BMW M5 sedan has a 466-litre boot though its shape is not particularly practical. The Touring is only rated a little larger, at 500 litres, but with a flat floor and better load bay shape it is a lot more useable.
BMW M5 Range
The BMW M5 has an 18.6kWh lithium-ion battery which can help it travel up to 69km (WLTP) on electric power only at speeds of up to 140km/h.
Combined fuel consumption is rated at 3.2L/100km (ADR) and the M5 has a 60-litre fuel tank requires 98 RON unleaded petrol.
In the real-world, expect around 650km of driving range from a mix of electric and petrol combined.