Fresh information about BMW's upcoming M5 Competition has come to the fore.
While it seems the M5 has been trounced by the Mercedes-AMG E63 S in a number of performance tests, BMW M is readying the more powerful M to regain its crown as the king of sports sedans. What the Competition does gain, is more power.
And extra 19kw to be exact - pushing maximum power to an E63 S beating 460kw! Torque is expected to remain at 750nm. It will also feature a sportier suspension setup, sitting 7mm lower at the front and 10mm lower at the rear.
A sport exhaust system is apparently also on offer to further add to the aural entertainment of the M5, while carbon ceramic brakes will be a standalone option. A carbon fibre engine cover will be standard as are black grill badges and side vents.
While BMW has yet to confirm any of this, the hot M5 has been spotted testing at the Nürburgring so its's safe to assume a reveal is imminent.
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FAQ
Q: What does the BMW M5 Competition cost in South Africa?
BMW hasn't officially announced local pricing for the M5 Competition yet, but expect it to start around R2,800,000 when it arrives in SA, making it roughly R300,000 more expensive than the standard M5.
Q: Is the BMW M5 Competition worth buying over the regular M5?
If you're chasing bragging rights and have the extra cash, the Competition's 460kW output and sportier suspension make it worth the premium, especially since it finally matches the Mercedes-AMG E63 S for power.
Q: How much more powerful is the M5 Competition compared to the standard M5?
The M5 Competition pumps out 460kW compared to the regular M5's 441kW, giving you an extra 19kW to play with, while torque stays the same at 750Nm.
Q: When will the BMW M5 Competition be available in South Africa?
BMW hasn't confirmed local availability dates yet, but with Nürburgring testing already underway, expect the M5 Competition to land in SA dealerships by mid-2024.
Should You Buy It?
The BMW M5 Competition is a proper weapon if you've got around R2,800,000 burning a hole in your pocket and need to out-muscle the Mercedes-AMG E63 S crowd. With 460kW on tap, carbon ceramic brakes, and that deliciously lower stance, it's the M5 that finally fights back properly. Sure, it's expensive, but if you're already shopping in this rarified air of super saloons, the Competition's extra 19kW and bragging rights make it the one to have. Just don't expect much change from R3 million once you've ticked a few options boxes.
