2025 BMW M5

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 A True Supercar
BMW began its M Division in 1972 with the launch of the M1. Back then, the M1 was considered to be seriously quick. It could blast you to 60mph in five and a half seconds. In 1988, the German automaker released the high-performance family sedan known as the M5. Its 280 horsepower straight six made it one very fast saloon car. It has always been BMW's elite executive car, offering cutting edge technology, world-class luxury, and dazzling performance. But all that pales with the introduction of the all-new 2025 M car.

What's Coming

The seventh generation M5 will borrow its powertrain from the company's XM SUV. The 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 plug-in hybrid produces 718 horsepower. For the first time in fifteen years, the sedan will be accompanied by a high-performance Touring station wagon as well. A Competition version is also in the works to boost horsepower to the max.

A Bold Statement

The new M5 PHEV will amp up the design of the already stylish four-door sedan with a more aggressive look. The famous BMW "kidney-grille" up front will illuminate, set above a sinister bumper, similar to other M cars. Its profile will be sleek yet muscular, and include larger fender wells, bigger wheels and tires, massive brakes, and throaty quad exhaust pipes out back. While 20-inch wheels will be standard, 22-inch wheels will be an option.

All-Wheel Drive

All versions of the M5 will send power via an electric motor for each wheel for All-Wheel Drive and a new rear-wheel steering system similar to the technology used in the Mercedes-Benz EQE that will allow rear-wheel steering up to 2.5 degrees of rotation allowing the M5 to offer tight turns, quick lane changes, and amazing handling. Active roll stabilization will keep the body flat in corners and M adaptive suspension is standard.
 
The combination of what could well be the last V8 offered by BMW along with multiple electric motors and a 25.7kWh battery pack married to an eight-speed automatic transmission, lets you drive on electric power only for up to 60 miles. According to industry insiders, on a full tank of gas, BMW's new flagship should take you around 350 miles. All mileage EPA estimated.

Inside the Cabin

With a design ethic aimed towards the future, the interior of the lush M5 will be clean and slick, much like the look of the automaker's sexy i5 all-electric sedan. Body-hugging heated leather seats with contrast stitching will keep you in place for this rocket ride while a panoramic glass roof opens your senses to the heavens. Naturally, you'll find an M badge on the sport steering wheel and on the carbon fiber dash. Ambient interior lighting will wash the cabin with inspiring colors.
 
A sweeping 12.3-inch digital cluster and 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen will keep you connected through BMW's new iDrive8 software with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hot spot, in-dash navigation, and smartphone charging. BMW's My Modes will let you adapt your drive to match your mood and driving style.
 
Expect such driver assist marvels as blind spot detection and lane departure warning as standard, and Highway Assistant will allow semi-autonomous hands-free driving including active lane change.
As we mentioned earlier, as BMW moves steadily towards an all-electric future, this M5 sedan and wagon are likely to be the last of the V8 gasoline-powered engines to be designed and produced from the automaker. For those who love the mighty sound and rush of a twin-turbocharged V8, this M5 may very well mark the end of the fossil-fueled 53-year reign of the M Division.
 
Look for the all-new BMW M5 Plug-in Hybrid Sedan and Wagon to appear in showrooms toward the end of 2024. Estimated starting MSRP - $120,000.