Used BMW M5 for sale

What types of used BMW M5 cars are there?

An M5 for sale (1984-present) takes the already sublime 5 Series and adds more power, better handling and a whole host of new and improved features. Think of the M5 as the standard car that's been hitting the gym – a lot.

The majority of M5s that have been made are saloons, but certain generations and markets offer an estate variant, though not in recent years.

Trim levels for a used BMW M5 include the CS, Competition, Competition Edition and M Performance Edition.

What features does the BMW M5 have?

The main difference between the standard 5 Series and the M5 is the engine, but there are some other additions worth noting.

The area you'll spot the most difference is the exterior because the M5 gets a different front and rear bumper design, which makes it look more aggressive.

Inside, they're almost identical except for the odd piece of exposed carbon fibre interior trim.

Both cars feature a large central infotainment display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well as comfortable seats and the usual added features found in BMW cars.

A used BMW M5 also offers a wide range of driver-assistance technology including automatic high-beam headlights and blind-spot monitoring.

Is the BMW M5 reliable?

Because BMW M5 cars for sale share their platforms with the standard 5 Series, overall reliability is very strong.

While it doesn't use the same engine, its V8 is still very dependable, and iterations of it have been used for years in BMW's M Performance cars.

Thanks to parts sharing, a BMW M5 for sale UK is a safe car, too.

Following its most recent Euro NCAP crash test in 2017, the M5 scored a full five stars offering superb protection for both adult and child occupants.

How much does the BMW M5 cost to run?

This performance saloon is powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.4-litre V8 engine that produces 600hp and 750Nm of torque.

Mated to a dual-clutch automatic gearbox, shifts are smooth and fast, which makes it great at overtaking other cars.

Other performance enhancements include lighter alloy wheels, a sports exhaust, suspension upgrade and a lighter flywheel for faster revs.

A used BMW M5 will be more expensive to run than the standard car because it has a more powerful engine, but BMW still claims it'll return up to 28.5mpg, which is impressive for such a performance-oriented car.

Aside from fuelling up, you'll also need to consider insurance for your M5. Sitting in insurance group 50, it's at the top of the pile, which means it won't be the cheapest.

Who is the BMW M5 suitable for?

You should buy a used BMW M5 if you need a saloon car for added comfort and practicality but enjoy a fast and capable car to make your journeys more enjoyable.

Its closest rivals include the Porsche Panamera, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Tesla Model S.