BMW M engineers have spent a lot of time developing the chassis.
The aim was to maximise performance and agility with a perfect 50/50 weight distribution.
Opting for a double wishbone set-up on the front and adaptive suspension. BMW has also included M aero elements to the front and rear, to maximise stability and rigidity.
It is yet to set an official time on the Nurburgring, although, we suspect it will blitz around the Nordschleife setting an impressive and competitive time.
Engine & Drivetrain
Under the bonnet, you will find a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine that churns out an impressive 577 bhp.
It is further supported by an electric motor that’s integrated into the transmission and boosts the new M5 Touring to 717 bhp.
Thanks to the 18.6kWh battery, the hybrid system allows up to 42 miles of pure electric driving. Increasing practicality and improving driving efficiency.
These impressive stats mean the new M5 touring can sprint from 0-62mph in just 3.2 seconds and 0-124mph in only 11 seconds! Top speed is restricted to 155mph, although, this can be increased to 189mph with the optional M Drivers pack.
All this tech, further to rear-wheel steering and adjustable all-wheel drive, means that the stiffened body of this wagon measures five metres long and it weighs a staggering 2560kg.
Despite this, it’s still claimed to have astonishing speed and handling and remains versatile, allowing a maximum towing weight of two tonnes.
Interior
Aiming for performance on the outside and luxury on the inside.
The new 2025 BMW M5 Touring is equipped with a curved infotainment screen that operates on BMW 8.5 operating system.
It’s also paired with a digital driver instrument cluster, for a stunning dual-screen finish.
The M steering wheel contains configurable buttons, allowing users to choose a set-up that is specific to their driving requirements.
Verdict
The new 2025 BMW M5 Touring is another incredible feat of engineering. The team within Munich’s M division is working effortlessly to churn out consistent masterpieces.
This will be serious competition for the Audi RS6 Performance, which retails around the same starting price.
Although it has 96bhp more than the Audi RS6 Performance, it is two-hundredths of a second slower in a o-62 mph sprint. This is partly due to the extra weight of the hybrid system.
Despite being two-hundredths of a second slower, It offers greater convenience than a conventional naturally aspirated (N/A) engine ever could.
Lower Benefit In Kind (B.I.K) will make it an appealing draw for company car drivers.
Order banks are now open and prices are expected to start from £112,500, with delivery commencing in early 2025!
