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THE M5

BMW M5 Competition and BMW M550i xDrive Sedan
BMW M5 Competition and BMW M550i xDrive Sedan – models, equipment, details and innovative technologies.
The BMW M5 Models are impressively high-performance sports sedans with a modern and powerful-looking design. Find facts here on the individual models along with details on equipment features and M specific design highlights. You will additionally discover how the powerful M engines work together with the technologies inspired by motor racing to deliver top achievements in driving dynamics. The range of innovative driver assistance systems and digital services displays an equally advanced level of development and is fully focused on comfort and safety.
THE BMW 5 SERIES SEDAN M AUTOMOBILES IN COMPARISON.
The sporty facts at a glance: power train, suspension and performance.
BMW M5 Competition.
- High-performance BMW M TwinPower Turbo 8-cylinder petrol engine with 617 hp
- M xDrive with Active M differential and 8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic
- Exclusive M specific design features and equipment
- 460 kW (617 hp), 553 ft-lbs., 0–100 km/h in 3.3 sec
BMW M550i xDrive Sedan.
- BMW M TwinPower Turbo 8-cylinder petrol engine with 523 hp
- 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission
- BMW xDrive
- 390 kW (617 hp), 553 ft-lbs., 0–100 km/h in 3.8 sec
- BMW M5 Competition.
- BMW M550i xDrive Sedan.
BMW M5 COMPETITION: PERFORMANCE FEATURES.
Overview of the BMW M5 Competition power train and chassis technologies inspired by motorsport.
The extraordinary performance and dynamics of BMW M5 Competition are based on a set of highly developed drivetrain and suspension technologies derived from motorsport. Whether en route to a business meeting, on a weekend trip on winding country roads or chasing that personal best time on the race track, outstanding precision and agility constantly define the M-typical driving sensation.


BMW M TwinPower Turbo 8-cylinder petrol engine.

M xDrive.

8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic.

M MODE button.

M Setup.

M Servotronic.

M Carbon ceramic brake.

M Sport exhaust system.
BMW M5 COMPETITION: DESIGN FEATURES.
M specific design elements in the exterior and interior of the BMW M5 Competition.
Dynamic through and through: Eye-catching details in the revised design of the BMW M5 Competition refer to its motorsport genes. Starting from the front with new M kidney grille, restyled headlights and front apron with new design language, M specific features in black high-gloss underline the high-performance character of the vehicle – from the M gills, via the M exterior mirrors, through to the M rear spoiler. Rear lights in a new design and an updated rear apron with two twin tailpipes in black chrome create a powerful finale. In the interior, M specific highlights such as the M Multifunctional seats, the M specific instrument cluster or the M leather steering wheel with red gearshift paddles emphasise the sporting character of the driver-oriented cockpit.

- Exterior
- Interior

M kidney grille.

M Side Gills.

M specific exterior mirror.

M rear spoiler.

M specific twin tailpipes.

High-gloss Black rear apron.

M Multifunctional seats.

M leather steering wheel.

Start/Stop button in Red.

M gear selector switch.

M specific instrument cluster.

Door sill finishers with “M5 Competition” designation.






THE DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS OF THE BMW M5.
Distinctive sporting flair meets modern elegance. On the exterior, the BMW M5 combines clear lines with powerful proportions to create a dynamic overall picture. Chrome-plated design elements like the frame of the restyled M kidney grille, the lateral M gills or the M5 badge and the tailpipe trims at the rear set bold optical accents. Strong support comes from optional 20" M light alloy wheels in Bicolour styling and the M Compound brakes with callipers available in red or black high-gloss. The sporty and modern appearance continues in the interior. Awaiting driver and passengers is a spacious premium ambience, impressively announced by illuminated door sill finishers with M5 lettering. At the same time, the driver-oriented cockpit with M specific features such as the M leather steering wheel, the ergonomically moulded M Sport seats or the M specific instrument cluster draws attention to the athleticism of the BMW M5. A large high-resolution 12.3" Control Display alongside the exceptional interior trim finishers in Aluminium carbon texture rounds off the modern character of the interior.











BMW INDIVIDUAL FOR THE BMW M5.
The BMW M5 is a sports sedan that combines high-performance, elegance and modernity in an impressive manner. Interaction between the exclusive equipment options of BMW Individual further emphasises the unique character of the vehicle. Choose from a large number of brilliant BMW Individual paint finishes such as the metallic colours illustrated here of “Aventurin Red”, “Alvit Grey”, “Frozen Bluestone” and “Tanzanite Blue”. In the interior, M Sport seats of finest ‘Merino’ leather define the sporty and luxurious ambience. Among the BMW Individual full leather upholstery options are ‘Merino’ Smoke White/Black and ‘Merino’ Tartufo/Black. High-quality BMW Individual interior trim finishers such as those depicted here in piano finish Black, Plum Brown high-gloss or the fine-wood trim edition Sen Light Brown combine with the BMW Individual headliner Alcantara in Anthracite to round off the fascinating BMW M5 interior.
European model shown.
DESIGN AND DRIVING DYNAMICS OF THE BMW M550i xDRIVE SEDAN.
Design options as well as drive train and chassis technologies of the BMW M550i xDrive Sedan at a glance.
The BMW M550i xDrive offers an inspiring combination of impulsive sporting character and comfortable everyday utility. Selected drivetrain and driving dynamics components such as the optional Adaptive M suspension alongside the powerful 523 hp BMW M TwinPower Turbo V8 engine guarantee a high level of driving dynamics while ensuring optimum stability during the ride. On the exterior, exclusive design elements in the signature colour of Cerium Grey provide accents rich in character, while equipment such as the M Aerodynamics package, the M Sport brake with red brake calliper or the M Multifunctional seats for driver and front passenger underline the sporting character of the vehicle.

- Driving dynamics
- Design

BMW M TwinPower Turbo 8-cylinder petrol engine.

Adaptive M suspension Professional.

M Aerodynamics package.

M Sport brake.

M sport differential.

BMW Laserlight.

Trapezoidal tailpipe.

BMW Individual high-gloss Shadow Line.

M Multifunctional seats.
BMW 5 SERIES SEDAN M AUTOMOBILES: CONNECTIVITY AND DRIVER ASSISTANCE.
Innovative technologies and driver assistance systems for maximum comfort and safety.
Regardless of whether you need an intelligent assistant to read out your e-mails when you are travelling or whether you wish to control the entertainment and business functions of your vehicle by touch on a large display screen, the BMW 5 Series Sedan M Automobiles offer you an extensive set of innovative features and assistance systems to make your journey even safer and more comfortable. The following allows you to explore selected equipment features from the fields of entertainment, business, driver assistance and connectivity.

- Entertainment and business features
- Connectivity and driver assistance

BMW Live Cockpit Professional.

Connected Package Professional.

Smartphone integration.

Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system.

Reversing Assistant.

BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.

Remote Software Upgrade.

Driving Assistant Professional.
Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
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