BMW Introduces Seventh-Generation M5

BMW is preparing to introduce the seventh generation of its M5 at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in England in July, with production at BMW Group Plant Dingolfing beginning the same month. 

The worldwide market launch of the new BMW M5 will start in November 2024 and be accompanied by the introduction of the new BMW M5 Touring at the same time, according to the carmaker.

The M HYBRID drive system in the new BMW M5 brings a 4.4-liter high-revving V8 with an electric motor, tuned specifically for the BMW M5 and integrated into the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission.

The combustion engine benefits from M TwinPower Turbo technology, a cross-bank exhaust manifold and optimized oil separation. It develops maximum output of 430 kW/585 hp and peak torque of 750 Nm (553 lb-ft).

The maximum output of the electric motor is 145 kW/197 hp. It has nominal torque of 280 Nm (206 lb-ft), but a pre-gearing stage allows effective torque at the transmission input to be increased to 450 Nm (332 lb-ft).

The eight-cylinder engine can spin to a maximum 7,200 rpm. Top speed is limited to 155 mph standard, but the limiter can be raised to 189 mph if the optional M Driver’s Package is specified.

The sports exhaust system of the new BMW M5 underscores the performance experience with a multi-faceted and engine note. It features electrically controlled, continuously adjustable flaps and the two pairs of dual tailpipes familiar from other M models, each with 100-millimetre trims in Black Chrome.

Providing an acoustic accompaniment is BMW IconicSounds Electric. This M-specific electric drive sound provides authentic responses to movements of the accelerator when the car is operating in all-electric mode. 

In all-electric operating mode, the new BMW M5 can hit speeds of up to 87 mph. The high-voltage battery located low in the car’s underbody has 18.6 kWh of usable energy, enabling an electric range of 42 – 43 miles.

The power generated by the combustion engine and electric motor is channelled to the road via the all-wheel-drive system M xDrive, whose rear-biased setup is particularly pronounced in 4WD Sport mode. However, the driver can also select 2WD mode. This sends drive exclusively to the rear wheels with the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system switched off.

Also playing their part in the exclusive interior ambience are the standard Merino leather trim, the BMW Interaction Bar, four-zone air conditioning, heated front seats, ambient lighting with M-specific interior lighting including Welcome Animation, and the panoramic glass sunroof. Standard specification for the new BMW M5 also provides customers with the Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound System, a wireless charging tray, Comfort Access, an alarm system, automatic tailgate operation and charging cable.

Among the items on the options list are the M Carbon exterior package, an Alcantara headliner, steering wheel heating, active seat ventilation and a trailer tow hitch. Model-specific BMW M Performance Parts will also be offered for the new BMW M5 from launch. The selection includes M Performance forged light-alloy wheels and exterior components made from carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP).