BMW M5
The original super-sedan — V8, V10, and back to V8 hybrid.
7 reviewers · 10 videos · 7 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its value, but split on performance and handling.
across 7 reviewers
"this produces almost 560 horsepower so you can imagine you know how fast that really is"
Savagegeese · ▶ 14:15"evidently that two-ton curb weight has managed to really blunt this engine's performance i'm i'm quite shocked"
JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 11:47"I don't know how they've done it, but BMW chassis engine it is have managed to make this thing really handle and really ride. It feels as if it weighs about 1,600 kg."
Autocar · ▶ 3:33"the front end it has this strange numbness disconnectedness to it that gives you a little bit of pause as you push it"
Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 7:06"it's an absolute blast and it's you know ton and ton of fun"
Matt Maran Motoring · ▶ 28:10"it's certainly fast but it doesn't really feel it very aloof very unengaging"
JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 10:46"you're nice and insulated and comfortable but it is very capable"
Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 9:56"I have zero confidence that this car is gonna be reliable or last and it really kills it for me"
Savagegeese · ▶ 26:51Performance
4.5/56 of 7 reviewerssplit“this produces almost 560 horsepower so you can imagine you know how fast that really is”
positive · Savagegeese · ▶ 14:15“it's just a missile it's amazing”
positive · Matt Maran Motoring · ▶ 17:05“It feels a little bit like Bugatti Veyron in the way it just sucks the horizon towards you.”
positive · Autocar · ▶ 3:55Handling
3.5/56 of 7 reviewerssplit“I don't know how they've done it, but BMW chassis engine it is have managed to make this thing really handle and really ride. It feels as if it weighs about 1,600 kg.”
positive · Autocar · ▶ 3:33“the front end it has this strange numbness disconnectedness to it that gives you a little bit of pause as you push it”
critical · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 7:06“the steering's bad”
critical · Savagegeese · ▶ 23:50Fun to drive
3.5/56 of 7 reviewerssplit“it's an absolute blast and it's you know ton and ton of fun”
positive · Matt Maran Motoring · ▶ 28:10“this is actually a nice package this is the entertaining and tactile manual driving experience”
positive · Tedward · ▶ 10:30“it's certainly fast but it doesn't really feel it very aloof very unengaging”
critical · JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 10:46Daily drivability
4.0/56 of 7 reviewerssplit“you're nice and insulated and comfortable but it is very capable”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 9:56“what you want out of your m5 is a great daily driver you want something that you can survive traffic in”
positive · Tedward · ▶ 9:05“in terms of practicality this is a great car loads of space in the back really big boot”
positive · JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 10:36Value
4.0/56 of 7 reviewersstrong consensus“it is best bought an M product as a used car like this owner had it 37 grand with a warranty”
positive · Savagegeese · ▶ 31:58“this is a fantastic way to get a lot of power for not a lot of money”
positive · JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 7:06“the f10 m5 might be the bargain way to get what you want out of the new car in an old car”
positive · Tedward · ▶ 18:47Hear 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
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