BMW M5
The original super-sedan — V8, V10, and back to V8 hybrid.
12 reviewers · 44 videos · 7 press articles
Reviewers are split on performance and handling.
across 12 reviewers
"It's absolutely insane that BMW put what was essentially a Williams F1 engine into their M5 sedan"
TopherDrives · ▶ 0:41"The engine, however, doesn't sound very powerful when you start it. It sounds more like a diesel."
Top Gear · ▶ 2:28"The car feels really really planted... The suspension is completely on point."
Autoalex v2 · ▶ 28:34"at this kind of speed, it's slow and dim-witted and jerky and you roll backwards and forwards on hills. And the ride's rubbish."
Top Gear · ▶ 3:55"I've always always always wanted to drive a V10 M5 and I've always wanted to own one of these cars too"
TopherDrives · ▶ 39:06"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
4.5/512 of 12 reviewerssplit“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
4.0/512 of 12 reviewerssplit“The car feels really really planted... The suspension is completely on point.”
positive · Autoalex v2 · ▶ 28:34“the steering is so nice it's light but you can feel exactly what's going on and it's so quick so sharp”
positive · carwow · ▶ 2:48“You can really feel the heft of this car. We have MacPherson struts, multi-link rear, 4,000 pounds.”
mixed · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 6:15Fun to drive
4.5/512 of 12 reviewerssplit“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
3.0/512 of 12 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“It's smooth. It's easy. It's quiet. It's relaxing.”
positive · TopherDrives · ▶ 30:45Value
3.0/511 of 12 reviewerssplit“there's enough anxiety with this car that it's comparable to both of our [sedans]”
critical · TestDrive · ▶ 0:22“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 · ▶ 10:30“you can pick them up for around 15 grand in the UK”
positive · carwow · ▶ 4:19Hear 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