Strengths
- First M5 with xDrive AWD
- 8-speed ZF auto
- M5 CS lightest most-powerful
Weaknesses
- Heavy
- Run-flat tyres
- Premium pricing
Notable tech
- CLAR platform
- S63 4.4 V8 twin-turbo (B44T4)
- First M5 with xDrive AWD (rear-drive selectable)
- 8-speed ZF auto
- Saloon only
- M5 Competition 617 bhp, CS 627 bhp
Common issues
- S63B44T4 oil leaks
- iDrive 7 software
- Run-flat tyres
Engine derivatives
UK trims and engines offered across F90's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
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M5 4.4 V8 twin-turbo xDrive
BHP600
Torque750 Nm
0–603.4 s
Top155 mph
MPG24 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox8AT
M5 Competition 4.4 V8 xDrive
BHP617
Torque750 Nm
0–603.3 s
Top190 mph
MPG24 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox8AT
M5 CS 4.4 V8 xDrive
BHP627
Torque750 Nm
0–603.0 s
Top189 mph
MPG24 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox8AT