8.2
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.
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James Wong
BMW M5 vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class Comparison
BMW M5
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
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2025 BMW
M5
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2025 Mercedes-Benz
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the large category, between scores of 7.8 and 9.
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8.2
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Based on the BMW M5 BASE MODEL
Based on the Mercedes-Benz E-Class BASE MODEL
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
FunFuel Efficiency
60L
120 km
50L - 66L
85 to 620 km
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$259,900 - $263,900
$117,900 - $199,900
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Fast and furious
- PHEV tech adds new dimension
- Masks added weight impressively well
Misses
- Still a big ol' thang
- Could do with more feel and noise
- Need to wait longer for the M5 Touring
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Distinct styling from C-Class, S-Class
- Solid spec inclusions, tech-luxe vibes
- Four-pot turbo punches above its weight
Misses
- Transmission is clunky at low speeds
- Expensive option packages
- Not as spacious in the rear as you'd think
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO, TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | TURBO, TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 4395 | 1991 - 2999 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.4L | 3.0L, 2.0L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 8 | 6, 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 16 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 535kW | 150kW - 450kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5600 | 5500 - 5800 | |
| Torque | ||
| 1000Nm | 320Nm - 750Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 1600 - 3000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | 92 - 92.4 | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
