The 5th generation BMW M5, the most successful high-performance saloon in the premium segment of the executive class has been let out of its cage. The high-performance and dynamic 4-door sports car has received a number of improvements but none as much as the improvement in fuel economy.

New BMW M5 is powerful, fast and economical

Under the hood, the new BMW M5 comes fitted with a newly developed high-performance 4.4 litre V8 engine with a M TwinPower Turbo package. The turbo package consists of Twin Scroll Twin Turbo technology, cross-bank exhaust manifold, high precision direct injection and Valvetronic full variable valve control. All of this results in 412 kW power output at 6 000 to 7 000 rpm and a maximum torque of 680Nm from 1 500 rpm of lag-free power. This allows the new BMW M5 to complete 0-100km/h in just 4.4 seconds and 0-200km/h in 13 seconds, with a top speed of 250km/h (305 km/h with the M Drivers package).

The new BMW M5’s fuel economy has received the most love though, with the average fuel consumption clocking in at 9.9 litres/100km, which is close to a 30% improvement over the previous model. Improvements have been made to the Efficient Dynamics technology, as well as including Auto Start-Stop function and Brake Energy Regeneration.

To top off the package, the new BMW M5 comes with a number of driver assistance systems, including BMW ConnectedDrive, M-specific HUD (as standard), BMW Night Vision (with pedestrian recognition), Lane changing and lane departure warning system as well as internet connectivity.

Look for more information and details on a local release date as they become available.