BMW Australia has priced its G90-series M5 this week, following the mannequin’s public debut on the Goodwood Pageant of Pace.
Out there from $259,900 plus on-road prices, the 2025 BMW M5 is considerably cheaper (-$13,700) and extra highly effective (+75kW/250Nm) than the mannequin it replaces, in addition to being bodily bigger and with plug-in hybrid driveline expertise.
Below the bonnet we discover BMW’s carryover 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged V8 petrol engine (430kW/750Nm) joined by an electrical motor (145kW/280Nm) for whole system output of 535kW/1000Nm (!).
Energy is delivered to all 4 wheels by way of BMW’s xDrive energetic all-wheel drive system and a ZF-sourced eight-speed computerized transmission.
Nevertheless, due to its bigger proportions and extra weight (now near 2500kg), the brand new M5 is slower than its predecessor, making the 0-100km/h dash in 3.5 seconds, down 0.2 seconds. High pace is electronically restricted to 305km/h.
The plug-in hybrid expertise featured within the new M5 includes an 18.6kWh battery pack BMW says allows all-electric journey for as much as 69km (WLTP) at speeds as much as 140km/h.
Regionally, the M5 might be supplied as commonplace with 20-inch entrance and 21-inch rear alloy wheels, an energetic rear differential, adaptive dampers and quad exhaust shops.
Different tools highlights embrace adaptive LED headlights, BMW Iconic Glow and IconicSound Electrical packages, keyless entry and ignition, M Compound brakes, heated seats and steering wheel, inside garnishing in Darkish Silver M accent and carbon-fibre, M Carbon exterior package deal, M seatbelts, Merino leather-based upholstery, quad-zone local weather management and seating air flow (entrance).
Tech highlights embrace BMW ConnectedDrive, BMW Stay Cockpit Skilled, DAB+ digital radio reception, Driving Assistant Skilled, Parking Assistant Skilled, wi-fi machine charging pad, and an 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins encompass sound system.
All metallic paint hues are supplied as a no-cost choice, whereas BMW Particular person hues can be found for $4100 (Storm Bay) and $7100 Frozen Deep Gray.
M Carbon Ceramic brakes are an $18,500 choice.
Manufacturing of the 2025 BMW M5 is underway with Australian dealership arrivals to begin within the fourth quarter of this 12 months.
2025 BMW M5 xDrive pricing*:
M5 xDrive (a) | $259,900 | (-$13,700) |
*Pricing excludes on-road prices.
