Exploring the New BMW M5 Touring

Today Germany, to check out the new BMW M5 Touring. This car is a big deal. It is the most powerful 5 Series ever made, and now it comes in a wagon form. I have only 90 minutes with this car, so let’s make the most of it!

Exploring the New BMW M5 Touring

Power and Performance

Let’s start with what’s under the hood. The M5 Touring has a 4.4-liter V8 engine. This engine is powerful and fast. It also has an electric motor that adds 197 horsepower. Together, they give you a total of 727 PS. That is a lot of power!

Exploring the New BMW M5 Touring

When you press the gas pedal, this car pulls like a train. It goes from 0 to 62 mph in just 3.7 seconds. That’s super quick! The car can reach a top speed of 155 mph. If you get the M Driver’s Package, it can go up to 189 mph. On the autobahn, I reached 172 mph very quickly. It felt amazing!

Driving Experience

Driving the M5 Touring on the motorway was a thrill. The car is smooth and has adaptive suspension. This means it handles bumps and rough roads very well. However, it is not the quietest car. There is some road noise, which you might not expect from such a luxury car. But the engine sound is nice, and you can hear it well inside the cabin.

Exploring the New BMW M5 Touring

Next, I took the car to a quieter area to get a closer look. One small issue I noticed is that the cooling fan was quite loud. It ran for a long time, which made me think about how much cooling this powerful car needs.

Design and Features

Now, let’s talk about how the M5 Touring looks. It has a sporty design with a strong presence. The kidney grilles are illuminated, which adds a modern touch. The car is the same length and width as the saloon, but it is a bit taller. I think it looks better than the saloon version.

Exploring the New BMW M5 Touring

The rear of the car is especially attractive with muscular wheel arches and quad exhaust pipes. It also has a nice spoiler and a big lower diffuser. It really looks like a performance car!

Practicality

One of the best features of the M5 Touring is its spacious boot. It has 500 liters of storage space. That’s just a little less than the standard 5 Series. You can also fold the rear seats down to get up to 1,600 liters of space. This makes it very practical for carrying luggage or other items. I was impressed that BMW managed to keep a lot of space even with the hybrid setup.

Driving Dynamics

So, how does it feel to drive? The acceleration is incredible. The torque is instant, which means when you press the gas, you go fast right away. The car also has a feature where you can set how the car feels during gear shifts. It gives a strong punch when you change gears, which is very exciting!

Exploring the New BMW M5 Touring

However, the M5 Touring is quite heavy at 2,475 kg. This weight can make it feel less agile in corners compared to lighter cars. When I drove it, I noticed it took a moment to settle into a turn. It might feel a bit like driving an SUV compared to the saloon version of the M5, which was surprisingly nimble.

Braking and Efficiency

The brakes on the M5 Touring are strong. You can adjust how they feel, but they don’t feel very different in comfort and sport modes. The car has bigger brakes than the previous model, and there is an option for carbon-ceramic brakes. However, because of the weight, it takes longer to stop than you might expect.

Exploring the New BMW M5 Touring

On the plus side, the hybrid setup helps with fuel efficiency and reduces CO2 emissions. You can even drive in electric mode, which is very quiet. The car has an 18 kWh battery and can go up to 40 miles in electric-only mode. It can also reach speeds of around 85 mph while in this mode.

Pricing and Conclusion

As for the price, the M5 Touring starts at £12,500, which is about £1,095 more than the saloon. It might be worth it for the extra space and unique look, but the saloon might be more fun to drive.

Exploring the New BMW M5 Touring

In conclusion, the BMW M5 Touring is a powerful and attractive car. It offers a lot of space and practicality. However, it may not handle as well as the M5 saloon. If you want a fun performance estate, the M3 Touring might be a better choice. Overall, the M5 Touring is a different kind of M car, and it’s great to see the V8 engine still in use with a hybrid system.

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