BMW M5 Expected Launch Date, Specification, Features and More

The new BMW M5 delivers imposing power and emotionally engaging performance, featuring a fresh take on high-performance car design. Its athletic appearance is marked by prominent wheel arch and side skirt extensions, a sculptural front apron, and model-specific surfacing around the C-pillar, including an embossed “M5” logo for the Hofmeister kink. An unusually high proportion of body-colored surfaces adds a puristic appearance, highlighting its superior dynamic talents.

Exterior Design

The BMW M5's exterior is designed to make a bold statement.

Key features include:

Iconic Glow Kidney Grille: The front grille is reinterpreted with contour lighting, giving the car a distinctive look even in the dark.

Double Light Signature: The front headlights feature a new double light signature, enhancing the car's aggressive stance. 

Flared Wheel Arches: These, along with widened quarter panels, give the M5 a powerful and athletic presence. 

M Carbon Exterior Package: This optional package includes a carbon fiber roof, mirror caps, and rear spoiler, reducing weight and adding to the car's allure.

M Rear Spoiler and Diffuser: The rear spoiler optimizes aerodynamics, while the two-section diffuser frames the quad exhausts, emphasizing the car's performance capabilities.

M HYBRID System

The M HYBRID system combines a 4.4-litre V8 engine with an electric motor, tuned specifically for the BMW M5 and integrated into the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission. The V8 engine, featuring M TwinPower Turbo technology, delivers 430 kW/585 hp and 750 Nm (553 lb-ft) of torque. The electric motor offers 145 kW/197 hp and nominal torque of 280 Nm (206 lb-ft), effectively increased to 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) with a pre-gearing stage.

Performance and Efficiency

The M HYBRID system's instant power delivery ensures a seamless response to accelerator inputs, providing relentless power up to 7,200 rpm. 

The BMW M5 can reach a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph), extendable to 305 km/h (189 mph) with the optional M Driver’s Package. In all-electric mode, it can hit speeds of up to 140 km/h (87 mph), with an electric range of 67 – 69 kilometers (42 – 43 miles) in the WLTP cycle.

Chassis and Handling

The new BMW M5 features a double-wishbone front axle and a five-link rear axle with bespoke tuning. The electrically assisted steering with M Servotronic and variable steering ratio ensures optimal feedback and directional accuracy. Standard adaptive M suspension with electronically controlled dampers, Integral Active Steering, and M Compound brakes enhance handling, agility, and comfort.

Driving Assistance

The BMW M5 offers a comprehensive selection of standard and optional driving and parking assistance systems. Standard features include front collision warning, Lane Departure Warning, Evasion Assistant, and Speed Limit Info system. Optional Driving Assistant Professional adds Active Cruise Control, Steering and Lane Control Assistant, traffic light detection, and more.

Personalization and Control

The control panel on the center console allows drivers to tailor the driving experience, adjusting the drive system, chassis, steering, braking system, and M xDrive. M buttons on the steering wheel enable quick access to stored vehicle setups, while the M HYBRID button offers different operating modes, including HYBRID, ELECTRIC, and eCONTROL.

Interior and Technology

The interior features a progressive sports car cockpit with a flat-bottomed M leather steering wheel, M multifunction seats, and the BMW Curved Display with M-specific content. The BMW Live Cockpit Professional includes the BMW Maps navigation system and Augmented View function. Standard features also include Merino leather trim, BMW Interaction Bar, four-zone air conditioning, heated front seats, ambient lighting, panoramic glass sunroof, and Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System.

Launch Details

The new BMW M5 will make its world premiere at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July 2024, with production starting the same month. The worldwide market launch begins in November 2024, alongside the introduction of the new BMW M5 Touring. Key markets include North America and Europe, with the USA as the largest individual market, followed by Great Britain, Germany, South Korea, China, Japan, and Canada.