BMW has officially revealed the all-new 2025 BMW M5 , a high-performance version of the 5 Series that has now become a hybrid. Few vehicles stir the enthusiast pot like the BMW M5, and after a lengthy buildup, the company’s latest super sedan is here. Today, we introduce you to the powerful features of this exciting new model.
The 2025 BMW M5 brings more power than ever before. Notably, this super sedan now includes an electric motor, a significant change that will likely spark debate among BMW M Power enthusiasts, especially given the increased weight of the newer model. As expected, there’s XM DNA under the skin—namely the twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 and a single electric motor sandwiched into the eight-speed transmission. Total system output is 717 horsepower and 738 pound-feet of torque, a bit less than what you get in the XM Label. The engine alone makes 577 hp, and another 194 hp comes from the motor, identical to what you find in the XM. However, the hybrid battery is smaller, at 14.8 kWh.
Mechanical Specifications of the All-New 2025 BMW M5
The new BMW M5 continues to use a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 gasoline engine, now supplemented by an electric motor. This combination delivers a total power output of 717 hp (727 PS) and 1,000 Nm of torque. The gasoline engine alone produces 569 hp (577 PS) between 5600-6500 rpm and 750 Nm of torque. This engine, the S68, is also found in the flagship XM super SUV, albeit in a different state of tune. The engine is paired with an 8-speed M Steptronic automatic transmission.
The 2025 BMW M5 shares many features with the 2024 XM, including the same electric motor, which generates 194 hp and 281 Nm of torque, enhancing the performance of the gasoline engine. BMW says the new M5 can run from zero to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds. Top speed is limited to 155 mph, though that jumps to 190 mph with the M Driver’s Package. The flip side of that speed is quiet, electric-only operation that comes with a plug-in hybrid. In Electric mode, BMW projects 25 miles of silent range solely on battery power. However, if you dip into the throttle or decide to manually shift the M Steptronic transmission, the car will assume you’re ready to play and fire up the engine for more power.
Weight and Performance
Luxury performance models like the M5 typically gain weight over the years. Despite this, the transition from the 2012 M5 F10’s rear-wheel drive to the 2017 M5 F90’s all-wheel drive resulted in a lighter car due to weight-saving measures. However, the increased weight of the all-new 2025 BMW M5 does affect its acceleration. The G90 M5 accelerates from 0 to 96 km/h in 3.4 seconds, compared to the F90 M5’s 3.2 seconds. The current M5 Competition 2024, with 617 hp, reaches 96 km/h in 3.1 seconds, while the exclusive M5 CS, with 627 hp, does so in 2.9 seconds.
Stopping the M5 are six-piston calipers on 16.1-inch discs in front, with single-piston floating calipers biting 15.7-inch discs at the back. M Carbon ceramic brakes are optional, bumping the front disc size to 16.5 inches while lopping off 55 pounds in the process. They sit behind a set of staggered wheels measuring 20 inches in front, and 21 at the back.
Drive Modes and Technology
Speaking of playing, there are three standard-issue drive modes for the new M5. Comfort is where gasoline and electricity work to provide the smoothest, most efficient journey possible. The gas engine will shut off more often and suspension/transmission settings are held in their least intrusive configurations. Sport and Sport Plus liven things up (while keeping the engine running at all times), but the optional Dynamic and Dynamic Plus settings are needed for the full M5 experience. These modes optimize the powertrain for full power and ramp up the cooling system for track duty.
Dynamic is also how you switch the xDrive all-wheel-drive system to rear-wheel drive. You can also get it by turning off the stability control, giving drivers “an even more unfiltered performance experience,” according to BMW. There’s an electronically controlled differential lock for the rear that can send power left or right as needed to get the job done, working not unlike a stability control system. The difference here is that power—not brakes—is used to keep the M5 nice and tidy. That translates to faster cornering with more confidence, something further aided by the active rear steering that turns up to 1.5 degrees.
This is all part of the M5’s bespoke driveline setup, which goes way beyond stiffer 5-Series springs. The five-link rear axle is model-specific and uses strengthened control arms, camber control arms, and guide arms designed for higher g loading. The double-wishbone front axle is more rigid and uses M5-specific hubs. There’s extra bracing for the strut towers, underfloor bracing, and mounts for various chassis components are stronger. Naturally, BMW’s Adaptive M suspension is standard, featuring electronically controlled dampers that drivers can fine-tune.
Exterior and Interior Features
The new 2025 BMW M5 features all-wheel drive as standard, with options for rear-biased all-wheel drive or temporarily switching off the front-wheel drive for a classic rear-wheel-drive experience. The exterior is marked by larger wheel arches, with 3-inch wider front wheels and 1.9-inch wider rear wheels compared to the previous model. The car comes with staggered 20-inch front wheels and 21-inch rear wheels, equipped with performance tires. It also offers optional M carbon ceramic brakes, which reduce the car’s curb weight by 1%, or 25 kilograms.
Inside, the M5 boasts a redesigned steering wheel with standard heating, M5-specific interior lighting, a Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system, a head-up display, and a panoramic Sky Lounge roof. The new BMW 8.5 operating system aims to minimize buttons in the cabin, relying on a 12.3-inch information display and a larger 14.9-inch instrument screen.
Visually speaking, the 2025 BMW M5 is unmistakable with its quad exhaust tips at the back. It’s also a touch wider—3.0 inches in front and 1.9 inches at the back. BMW says the sides of the M5 are redesigned versus the 5 Series to help give it a more aggressive stance. The front fascia bristles with vents and contrasting angles, and a subtle lip spoiler adds some character to the rear. There are nine standard colors available at launch, but buyers can choose from numerous BMW Individual shades for something unique.
Launch and Pricing of the 2025 BMW M5
The 2025 BMW M5 will debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed next month, with production starting in July at BMW’s Dingolfing plant. The price starts at $119,500 USD (448,125 SAR), plus $1,175 USD (4,406 SAR) for shipping and delivery, marking a 16% increase from the 2018 model’s starting price of $102,600 USD (384,750 SAR). Deliveries will begin later this year.
