BMW M5

Overview

When it comes to striking a perfect harmony between luxury, performance and sheer driving experience, there are very few supercars that can compete with the BMW M5 series. This 6th Gen model that was launched in India around February 2018, has won the attention of luxury car enthusiasts in the nation for offering complete value for money mainly in terms of comfort, technical specifications and availability of an array of driver compatible driving modes making it suitable to different driving terrains and road conditions in India. 
The M5 series has been till date, one of the fastest versions that have been launched by the company and the 6th gen upgrade has literally taken the model to a whole new level. 
The BMW M5 is currently available in only one version, the 4395 automatic petrol model in 4 stately colors... Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Singapore Grey Metallic and Bluestone Metallic.

Interior

The BMW M5 lives up to its name when it comes to maintaining chic, technically superior and comfortable interiors. The model is complete with everything ranging from luxurious leather seats, leather steering wheels, ambient lighting and driving experience control to electrically adjustable driving seats with 4-way lumbar support, cruise control system, automatic driving lights, smokers package and more.
Safety features included in the BMW M5 allow ample protection to passengers and the vehicle that goes a long way in enhancing the compatibility of the vehicle with otherwise unpredictable Indian road conditions. The luxury sedan is currently equipped with the anti-lock braking system, front and rear parking sensors, driver airbags, passenger airbags, knee airbags, side-front airbags, front/side impact beams, traction control, child seat mounts and a range of advanced safety options that include...
•    Dynamic stability control
•    BMW night vision with person recognition
•    Parking and driving assistant plus
•    Real-time traffic information and more.

Exterior

Effortlessly classy and unmatched sophistication defines the exterior of the BMW M5 6th Gen model. Even with its sizeable build of 4956mm length, 2126mm breadth and 1473mm height, this sports sedan is sleek, slim and aerodynamic that contributes to smooth and pleasurable drive and uncompromised on-road performance. The unladen ground clearance of the BMW M5 is 121mm which keeps it closer to the ground without compromising on the quality of drive.

Engine

The BMW M5 is powered with a 4395cc automatic 8 cylinder petrol engine that can reach a max power of 600bhp@5600-6700rpm. The maximum torque supported by the vehicle is 750Nm@1800-5600rpm and can reach the top speed of 205Kmph with the acceleration of 100Kmph in a whopping 4.2 seconds! The average mileage offered by this 8-speed gear sedan is around 10.1Kmpl which may be one of the very few factors that have been stated in the list of cons by current owners of the M5.

Price and Competition

The price of the BMW M5 series ranges from 1.67Cr to 1.73Cr depending upon the state in which it is purchased. The car currently compares with other luxury models like the Audi A8 L 60 TFSI Quattro, Porsche Hybrid Cayenne E-Hybrid and the Audi R S7 Sportback. 

Pros and Cons

•    One of the fastest models from BMW
•    4395cc automatic 8 cylinder petrol engine
•    Safety Features commensurate with a remarkably fast car
•    Very few service centers
•    Spare parts are not readily available
•    After-sales service is a bit patchy