BMW M5 vs Audi RS 5
Overview | |
Years produced1988 | Years produced2013-2015 |
MSRP$119,500 | MSRP |
Listings56 | Listings25 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryNow a plug-in hybrid, the redesigned 2025 BMW M5 is a versatile, high-performance sedan that allows drivers to have their cake and eat it, too. It may put out 717 horsepower — and certainly feels like it — but the M5’s repertoire also includes a calming all-electric driving experience for up to 43 kilometres, which also makes this version the most efficient M5 ever. Verdict: The new BMW M5 boasts impressive speed, agility, and daily usability. It's not perfect: the exhaust is too quiet for a performance vehicle and its ride is too harsh for a luxury car. But for the shopper who wants a sedan capable of doing a bit of everything, the M5 delivers in excess. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine4.4L 717 hp V8 Hybrid | Engine |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower717 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity14.8 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City45 | MPG City |
MPG Highway57 | MPG Highway |
Battery Charge Time (120V)20.25 hours | Battery Charge Time (120V) |
Battery Charge Time (240V)3.75 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
Engine | |
Engine Name4.4L 717 hp V8 Hybrid | Engine Name |
Torque738 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower717 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
Battery Charge Time (120V)20.25 hours | Battery Charge Time (120V) |
Battery Charge Time (240V)3.75 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
DrivetrainAWD | Drivetrain |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity14.8 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City45 | MPG City |
MPG Highway57 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.5 cu ft | Cargo Space10.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight5390 lbs | Curb Weight3990 lbs |
Height59.4 in | Height53.5 in |
Length200.6 in | Length185.9 in |
Width84.9 in | Width79.9 in |
Wheelbase118.3 in | Wheelbase108.9 in |
Maximum Payload1003 lbs | Maximum Payload838 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1988 | 2013-2015 |
MSRP | $119,500 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Now a plug-in hybrid, the redesigned 2025 BMW M5 is a versatile, high-performance sedan that allows drivers to have their cake and eat it, too. It may put out 717 horsepower — and certainly feels like it — but the M5’s repertoire also includes a calming all-electric driving experience for up to 43 kilometres, which also makes this version the most efficient M5 ever. Verdict: The new BMW M5 boasts impressive speed, agility, and daily usability. It's not perfect: the exhaust is too quiet for a performance vehicle and its ride is too harsh for a luxury car. But for the shopper who wants a sedan capable of doing a bit of everything, the M5 delivers in excess. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 4.4L 717 hp V8 Hybrid | |
Drive Train | AWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 717 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 14.8 kWh | |
MPG City | 45 | |
MPG Highway | 57 | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 20.25 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 3.75 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 4.4L 717 hp V8 Hybrid | |
Torque | 738 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | |
Horsepower | 717 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 20.25 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 3.75 hours | |
Drivetrain | AWD | |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 14.8 kWh | |
MPG City | 45 | |
MPG Highway | 57 | |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | Standard |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.5 cu ft | 10.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5390 lbs | 3990 lbs |
Height | 59.4 in | 53.5 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 185.9 in |
Width | 84.9 in | 79.9 in |
Wheelbase | 118.3 in | 108.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1003 lbs | 838 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |

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