2023 BMW M5 review
BMW M5 highlights
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Pros
- Potent turbocharged V8
- All-wheel drive helps with stability and traction
- Comfortable yet supportive seating
- Crisp-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission
Cons
- The cabin may not feel as plush as others
- Rear-facing child seat installation can be challenging
- Limited room for small items inside
Mileage (EPA estimate)
15 city, 21 highway, 17 combined
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The 2023 BMW M5 blends high performance with luxury sensibility
The BMW M5 is a midsize luxury sedan that flies under the radar of most passersby but has the heart and performance of a dedicated sports car. The M5 competes with vehicles such as the Audi RS 7, Mercedes-Benz E-Class AMG E 63, and Porsche Panamera. For 2023, BMW offered two new M5 paint colors, San Remo Green metallic and Skyscraper Grey metallic. Audiophiles should consider earlier model years as the Bowers & Wilkins surround-sound system was not available for 2023.
BMW M5 models equipped with the Competition package received a number of notable features, such as larger 20-inch wheels, an upgraded suspension, a sport exhaust system, racing-inspired front seats, and a 17-horsepower increase.
The M5 is so good that our complaints are minor. Installing a rear-facing child safety seat can be challenging, due to the thickness of the M5's front passenger seat. Also, depending on your tastes, some may feel that the M5's cabin isn't quite as luxurious as its competitors'.
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What is new for the 2023 BMW M5?
- The CS trim has been discontinued for 2023.
- Bowers & Wilkins Audio features are now available as options on select trims.
2023 BMW M5 trims
Base:
- 600-hp, 553-lb-ft of torque 4.4L
- Smart Key
- Power Mirrors
- Head Up Display
- Front Seat Heaters
- Power Seats
- Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
- Adjustable Suspension
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5 reasons to buy the 2023 BMW M5
What We Like
Fun factor: If you are looking for driving excitement in a luxury sedan, look no further. The BMW M5 will take you to the edge of performance that is dictated only by your driving skills and the legal limits of the road. It does all of that while flying under the radar not advertising its many strengths.
Comfortable seats: The M5's front seats are aggressively bolstered to keep both driver and passenger firmly anchored when cornering. M5 models with the Executive package will have the added perk of ventilated and massaging seats that take comfort to the next level. You're not likely to experience any seat fatigue after numerous hours on the road.
Quiet but not too silent: Despite the M5 being a performance sedan, it doesn't forget its luxury roots and has a relatively quiet cabin. That said, it doesn't isolate the sound enough to make you forget about its throaty V8, which is a good thing in our book.
What Needs Improvement
Menu-heavy entertainment system: BMW's iDrive operating system does require a bit of a learning curve. It offers tons of information, settings, and entertainment features, but you'll need to know where those items are in the menus and use either the touchscreen or the rotary control knob.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
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RepairPal gave the BMW M5 an overall reliability rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Below Average. This rating ranks BMW M5 44th out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Cars.
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The 2023 BMW M5 offers 15 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway. It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.
The BMW M5 received a rating of 2 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Below Average. This rating ranks the BMW M5 as 43 out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Car
Here is what's new for the 2023 BMW M5:
- Bowers & Wilkins Audio
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