BMW has unveiled the new, facelifted BMW M5 Competition. And from the looks of it, the German automaker is doubling down on giving their new models a larger version of the company’s signature “kidney” grille.
Compared to other recent models however, the one on the BMW M5 is a bit more subtle.
Sharper than ever. The new BMW M5.
The BMW M5’s purposeful exterior design
At a glance, the new BMW M5 for sale still retains its overall shape. It’s still got that sporty, sloped carbon fiber roof, with the changes more apparent at the front end. On the sides, not much has changed and the blacked out M5 “gills” makes their return. New however is the set of more aggressive looking 20-inch, double-spoke wheels in Orbit Grey color.
The BMW M5 Competition. Note the larger grille, and the new air airtakes
With this facelift, the BMW M5’s kidney grille has a more “horizontal” orientation. BMW stretched it down further towards the front apron, and the aforementioned itself has been given larger air intakes towards the sides.
It also comes with a large hexagonal-shaped intake at the center, which is responsible for cooling the car’s oil.
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Also new is the BMW M5’s pair of adaptive LED headlights, and the new BMW Individual lights Shadowline which provides a dark-tinted trim for the headlights. Think of this like an eyeliner, which of course provides the front of the M5 this darker, edgier, and brooding look.
The M5’s rear has also been given a new look as it now comes with shiny black inserts, as well as a large, but stylish looking diffuser. The LED taillights have also been given a slight redesign, which makes the L Shaped pair look fresher.
Check out that very premium interior
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The heart of the BMW M5
Under the hood, the BMW M5 Competition is powered by a 4.4-liter V8 twin-turbo engine that can make up to 625 horsepower and a peak torque of 750 Nm. Paired with the powerful engine, is the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission which comes with manual mode.
Apart from the engine, the BMW M5 also has several mechanical improvements over the standard 5-series. There’s the xDrive that’s more biased towards the rear wheels, the M Sport chassis with a tuned suspension system, as well as the Variable Damper Control with Sport + on top of the usual BMW driving modes.
Open the hood, and you'll find out that even the engine bay is a work of art
The updated BMW M5 Competition’s price starts at £98,095 in Europe (around Php 6.11 million). Sure, it’s a bit stiff for a saloon but remember, what you’re paying for after all, is the M5 Competition’s M-Sport capabilities.
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Know more about BMW M5 2024
The BMW M5 possesses the elegance of an executive saloon and the engineering of a sports car. It is the perfectly balanced mix of astounding power and sheer luxury as the M5 boasts of the comfort and quality of the 5-Series business class sedan loaded with the race-track-ready specifications of the M Series. Currently, on its sixth generation, the M5 is a testimony of BMW’s unparalleled engineering and groundbreaking driving intelligence. Its innovative technological features coupled with the new M xDrive all-wheel-drive system and its powerful 4.4L M TwinPower Turbo engine make each driver safer and more comfortable.
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BMW M5 Launch
BMW first released the M5 worldwide in February 1985. It has since undergone aesthetic and engineering improvements to stay on top of its segment. The sixth-generation M5 arrived on Philippine shores in July 2018, officially presented by none other than Mr. Ramon Ang, Chairman of SMC Asia Car Distributors.
BMW M5 Exterior
The M5 exudes BMW’s design philosophy of athletic elegance. It boasts of the brand’s signature aesthetic comprised of the brand's stylishly shaped, distinct silhouette and the iconic kidney grille. Sleek adaptive LED headlights add to the front fascia’s aggressive look leading up to the sides with strong character lines. The contours continue to the lightweight roof made of carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic for functional aesthetics. At the rear is a discreet M rear spoiler with chrome trims completing the sporty yet sophisticated style of the M5. It rides on 19-inch light alloy wheels.
BMW M5 Interior
As expected from the German brand, the M5’s cabin boasts a first-class cabin experience above regular series executive sedans in the lineup. Inside is a plethora of high-grade materials starting with the seats clad in Merino leather upholstery with the signature M badge on the headrests. They come fully, electrically adjustable for the convenience of all passengers.
The details create an entirely elevated ambiance, including straightforward and precise controls for the driver and the passengers.
Technology & Safety Features
The BMW M5 sets new standards in terms of connectivity and driver assistance through its latest technological updates. In the driver-oriented cockpit is the BMW fully-colored Head-Up Display with M-specific functions. The system allows the driver to record all the information they need in a matter of seconds, including drive modes, shifts, navigation, and speed displays.
Its multifunctional instrument cluster not only serves as the entertainment system but also contains the Driving Assistance Plus system. This includes the BMW Personal CoPilot which enables automatic cruising and parking. The entertainment system, on the other, comes with the BMW ConnectedDrive which allows a more convenient way of connecting smartphones to the vehicle, navigation, and other concierge-type services.
Platform & Chassis
The 4-door sports sedan is equipped with a fundamentally revised M5 suspension built specifically for the nameplate. Stopping power comes from M Carbon ceramic brakes that are visible from outside the car. These innovations are functionally aligned to the engine’s specifications to produce the best possible race performance.
Engine & Drivetrain
Powering the BMW M5 is a 4.4-liter M TwinPower Turbo 8-cylinder gasoline engine mated to an 8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic. It produces an astounding 600 hp and 750 Nm of torque. The M xDrive with Active technology gives the driver the flexibility to choose among 4WD, 4WD Sport, and 2WD drive, depending on the road conditions. This ensures that the vehicle produces maximum traction and dynamic performance in city driving or on the race track.
BMW M5 2024 Price List
Let's check out the BMW M5 2024 price in the Philippines.
| Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| BMW M5 M xDrive | ₱14,790,000 |
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