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2021 BMW M5
- Driveaway
- $261,169 - $305,900â€
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Driveaway
- $261,169 - $305,900â€
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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BMW M5
2021 BMW M5
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
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Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
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Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
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2021 BMW M5
Available Variants
The BMW M5 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being M5 Competition and the most expensive being M5 Cs.
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2021 BMW M5
News
Damion Smy
BMW M5 V8 power cut to meet new emissions regulations
The twin-turbo V8 used in the BMW M5 and XM will make less power for 2026, though their hybrid systems will receive a boost.
7 Months Ago
Josh Nevett
BMW M5 facelift spied just months after model debut
BMW is already preparing to facelift its M5 super sedan, with a restyled example spotted testing in camouflage.
1 Year Ago
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Power to Weight
237.11 - 249.73 kW/t
70.53 kW/t
249.73 kW/t
Boot Space
530 litres
273 litres
565 litres
Fuel Efficiency
10.6 L/100km
2.2 L/100km
12.3 L/100km
Vehicle Range
642 km
624 km
1,200 km
Price
$261,169 - $305,900
$90,415.6
$305,900
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 years
2 years
3 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,440 kg
2,225 kg
2,740 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
1,700 kg
2,100 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
125 - 132 mm
93 mm
160 mm
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2026
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Year
2026
Engine Type
4.4L PHEV
Fuel
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Sedan
Station Wagon
Number of Doors
4 Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
4x4
Maximum Power
535 kW
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2021 BMW M5
Dimensions
4,966 mm
1,903 mm
inc mirror: 2,126 mm
inc mirror: 2,126 mm
1,469 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,966 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,903 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,126 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,469 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,982 mm |
| Load Capacity | 500 mm |
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2021 BMW M5
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest BMW M5 is the M5 Competition variant that starts from $261,169.
See all BMW M5 PricingThe most expensive BMW M5 is the M5 Cs variant that starts from $305,900.
See all BMW M5 PricingThe best towing capacity of a BMW M5 is 2000 kg shared by all variants.
See all BMW M5 towing capacityThe largest BMW M5 is the M5 Competition variant which measures 1903mm wide, 4966mm in length and sits 1469mm tall.
The most powerful BMW M5 is the M5 Cs variant which has 467kW of power and 750nm of torque.
The BMW M5 is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest BMW M5 is the M5 Competition variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2440 kg.
The BMW M5 uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
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