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
2024 BMW M5 vs 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Comparison
BMW M5
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
2024 BMW
M5
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
E-Class
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the large category, between scores of 7.8 and 9.
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8.2
7.9
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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 - 68L
618 to 714 km
60L - 66L
132 to 475 km
Warranty
3 year - 5 year
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5 year
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warranty
MSRP
$259,900 - $274,900
$129,575 - $130,414
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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
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
NA
- Bright Metallic Paint (+$1,800)
- Instrument Cluster Display - 12.3 Inch (+$1,685)
- Illuminated Door Sill Panels - Special (+$490)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$900)
- Power Door Closing (+$1,300)
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| BI TURBO DIR F/INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 4395 | 1991 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.4L | 2.0L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| BI TURBO V8 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 460kW - 535kW | 155kW - 190kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 6000 | 5500 - 5800 | |
| Torque | ||
| 750Nm - 1000Nm | 350Nm - 400Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1800 | 1600 - 3200 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10 - 10.5 | 9.8 | |
