BMW M5 E60
The original super-sedan — V8, V10, and back to V8 hybrid.
17 reviewers · 52 videos · 7 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and handling, but split on daily drivability and value.
across 17 reviewers
"Initially, I'm actually surprised at how refined and comfortable the driving experiences here."
TheTopher · ▶ 3:57"There's so much technology in here that you can't just get in and go."
Top Gear · ▶ 0:42"you can pick them up for around 15 grand in the UK"
carwow · ▶ 4:19"there's enough anxiety with this car that it's comparable to both of our [sedans]"
TestDrive · ▶ 0:22Performance
4.5/517 of 17 reviewersstrong consensus“It's absolutely insane that BMW put what was essentially a Williams F1 engine into their M5 sedan”
positive · TopherDrives · ▶ 0:41“It truly offered supercar performance and sound from a four-door sedan.”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 0:29“The BMW took 12.5 seconds.”
carwow · ▶ 17:21Handling
4.0/517 of 17 reviewersconsensus“this has to be one of the better feeling better handling sedans honestly that I've ever been in”
positive · Savagegeese · ▶ 28:25“the hydraulic steering it's a gam as well you're getting so much feedback from the road something that you don't get in modern BMWs today”
positive · BMWBLOG · ▶ 10:08“The car feels really really planted... The suspension is completely on point.”
positive · Autoalex v2 · ▶ 28:34Fun to drive
4.5/517 of 17 reviewersstrong consensus“I've always always always wanted to drive a V10 M5 and I've always wanted to own one of these cars too”
positive · TopherDrives · ▶ 39:06“One of my favorite BMWs I've ever driven. Just phenomenal.”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 12:31“There is no way that you can drive this thing and not feel completely involved. Not only that incredible sound, but also the lightning-fast shifts.”
positive · KiwiCarLife · ▶ 6:36Daily drivability
3.0/517 of 17 reviewerssplit“Initially, I'm actually surprised at how refined and comfortable the driving experiences here.”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 3:57“There's so much technology in here that you can't just get in and go.”
critical · Top Gear · ▶ 0:42“I think that's the deal-breaker for me because you know what me and you drive a lot... would you trust I'll take this on actually hell neither”
critical · Savagegeese · ▶ 23:39Value
3.0/516 of 17 reviewerssplit“there's enough anxiety with this car that it's comparable to both of our [sedans]”
critical · TestDrive · ▶ 0:22“this is Russian roulette for cars right every five that are decent I'm not even sure if that's the ratio there is one that won't bankrupt you”
critical · Savagegeese · ▶ 25:24“It is a huge headache. And I know that because my purse in my back pocket is a very aware of the existence of this car.”
critical · Autoalex v2 · ▶ 10:30Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- Car and Driver
Driven: 2000 BMW M5 Is a Four-Door German Corvette
◆Worth itThe 2000 M5 is a masterclass in blending high-performance V8 power with the refinement of a luxury executive sedan.
- Best for
- discerning, well-heeled drivers seeking a high-performance daily driver.
- Watch out
- High price point · Potential fuel quality sensitivity due to 11.0:1 compression
Quotes worth your time - MotorTrend
2022 BMW M5 CS vs. Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT63 S: Supersedan Shootout!
◆Worth itThe BMW M5 CS is the unanimous winner, offering the best balance of performance, handling, and driver engagement.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking the ultimate high-performance sport sedan experience.
- Watch out
- thick steering wheel · complex interface · transmission programming · lack of emotional connection
2,388 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Road & Track
2022 BMW M5 CS On-Track Video Review: the M5 at Its Best
◆Worth itThe M5 CS is a masterclass in tuning that proves the M5 platform can be truly involving and pure.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a high-performance family sedan that doesn't sacrifice driver engagement.
- Watch out
- No center console storage · Center piece of bucket seats can be annoying
586 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time