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Trying To Revive a Crashed V-10 BMW M5 Seems Like an Absolute Nightmare

Trying To Revive a Crashed V-10 BMW M5 Seems Like an Absolute Nightmare

This rare six-speed manual BMW M5 was just begging to be saved. But hidden engine damage makes things way harder.

By Brian Silvestro Sep 7 2024

M5 Owners Almost Never Take Their Cars to the Track, Says BMW

M5 Owners Almost Never Take Their Cars to the Track, Says BMW

Only a very small percentage of M5 owners take their cars to the track. And hardly anyone returns.

By Brian Silvestro Aug 28 2024

BMW M5 Touring vs. Audi RS6 Avant: Performance Wagon Showdown

BMW M5 Touring vs. Audi RS6 Avant: Performance Wagon Showdown

The BMW M5 Touring returns as a serious competitor to the Audi RS6 Avant. Here's how they compare.

By Anthony Alaniz Aug 25 2024

Monterey Car Week

2025 BMW M5 Touring: This Is It

2025 BMW M5 Touring: This Is It

Following decades of longing, BMW drops its latest 5-door M5 hybrid stateside. Is it just an M5 with a hatch? Yes. Are We ecstatic? Also yes.

By Kyle Kinard Aug 15 2024

Get Ready: The BMW M5 Touring Debuts in August

Get Ready: The BMW M5 Touring Debuts in August

It'll be the first M wagon sold in the United States.

By Adrian Padeanu Jul 31 2024

If You Don't Replace the Bearings on a High-Mileage M5, You'll Regret It

If You Don't Replace the Bearings on a High-Mileage M5, You'll Regret It

The M5's twin-turbo V-8 has some serious wear items as mileage grows. Leave them alone, and the engine can grenade just like this one.

By Brian Silvestro Jul 28 2024

Configurator Time: Show Us Your Perfect 2025 BMW M5

Configurator Time: Show Us Your Perfect 2025 BMW M5

The 717-horsepower hybrid sedan starts at $120,675.

By Anthony Alaniz Jul 26 2024

The BMW M5 Loses Some Weight With M Performance Parts

The BMW M5 Loses Some Weight With M Performance Parts

The weight loss is marginal, but every little bit helps.

By Adrian Padeanu Jul 24 2024

The First US-Spec 2025 BMW M5 Has $57,000 in Options

The First US-Spec 2025 BMW M5 Has $57,000 in Options

The car, finished in a stunning matte orange paint, will be auctioned at Pebble Beach next month.

By Brian Silvestro Jul 23 2024

We Shouldn't Be Surprised the New BMW M5 Is Extremely Heavy

We Shouldn't Be Surprised the New BMW M5 Is Extremely Heavy

That doesn't make it any less disappointing, though.

By Adrian Padeanu Jul 5 2024

Here's Why a BMW M5 is Cheaper Than an M3 in Ireland

Here's Why a BMW M5 is Cheaper Than an M3 in Ireland

The significantly larger, heavier car with a brawny V-8 is more attainable. What gives?

By Adrian Padeanu Jul 1 2024

The New M5's Hybrid System Weighs Almost 900 Pounds

The New M5's Hybrid System Weighs Almost 900 Pounds

That's nearly an entire Caterham Seven worth of hybrid tech. No wonder this car is so heavy.

By Brian Silvestro Jun 27 2024

The New M5 Is Heavier Than a Chevy Tahoe. What Is BMW Doing?

The New M5 Is Heavier Than a Chevy Tahoe. What Is BMW Doing?

The M5 weighs more than many electric performance sedans. Talk about losing the plot.

By Peter Holderith Jun 26 2024

2025 BMW M5: This Is It

2025 BMW M5: This Is It

The most powerful M5 in history also is the heaviest, at over 2.5 tons.

By Christopher Smith Jun 25 2024

The New BMW M5 Looks Mean as Hell in This Design Sketch

The New BMW M5 Looks Mean as Hell in This Design Sketch

The super sedan drops the camo to reveal its wide hips.

By Adrian Padeanu May 14 2024

The BMW M5 Touring Is Coming to America

The BMW M5 Touring Is Coming to America

Enthusiasts rejoice: BMW is bringing a 700-plus-horsepower station wagon to the United States. We're over the moon.

By Anthony Alaniz Apr 4 2024

The New BMW M5 Reportedly Weighs 5,368 Pounds And We’re Worried

The New BMW M5 Reportedly Weighs 5,368 Pounds And We’re Worried

That's 2,435 kilograms.

By Adrian Padeanu Feb 19 2024

BMW Design Boss Says The M5 Touring Is Coming To America

BMW Design Boss Says The M5 Touring Is Coming To America

Domagoj Dukec revealed this week BMW would offer the new M5 sedan and M5 Touring wagon in North America in 2025.

By Anthony Alaniz Feb 14 2024

The New BMW M5 Touring Is Santa's Gift To Wagon Lovers

The New BMW M5 Touring Is Santa's Gift To Wagon Lovers

The camouflage has made way for festive wrapping paper.

By Adrian Padeanu Dec 22 2023

Races and Chases

Not Even 1,000-HP Porsche And BMW Can Beat This Tesla In Drag Race

Not Even 1,000-HP Porsche And BMW Can Beat This Tesla In Drag Race

The electric sedan is the heaviest and most powerful of the trio.

By Angel Sergeev Nov 13 2023

New BMW 5 Series Touring Coming To The US Only As An M5: Report

New BMW 5 Series Touring Coming To The US Only As An M5: Report

The all-electric i5 is reportedly not destined for America.

By Angel Sergeev Oct 24 2023

16:36 Races and Chases

Bugatti Chiron Super Sport Battles 1,000-HP BMW M4, M5 In Close Drag Race

Bugatti Chiron Super Sport Battles 1,000-HP BMW M4, M5 In Close Drag Race

All three cars achieved sub-10-second quarter-mile times.

By Anthony Alaniz Oct 16 2023

See 10 Future Cars In Spy Shots For The Week Of October 9, 2023

See 10 Future Cars In Spy Shots For The Week Of October 9, 2023

The highlights this week include looks at the Chevy Corvette ZR-1, Porsche Boxster EV, VW Golf GTI, and BMW i5 Touring.

By Chris Bruce Oct 14 2023

BMW M5 Touring Spied Wearing Less Camouflage Than Ever Before

BMW M5 Touring Spied Wearing Less Camouflage Than Ever Before

This high-performance model reportedly has a hybrid-assisted twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8.

By Chris Bruce Oct 10 2023

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