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Used 2020 BMW M5 Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

Since it is a unique vehicle in itself, there aren't many trims from which to choose. The standard M5 comes with potent performance equipment, starting with the turbocharged V8 engine (600 hp, 553 lb-ft of torque). But if that's not enough, you can upgrade to the M5 Competition, which carries 17 extra horsepower. Both versions come with an eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters.

Other key features include an adaptive suspension, a 10.2-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay smartphone integration, and a 16-speaker Harman Kardon sound system. A variety of advanced driver safety aids to help reduce the chance of an accident are also standard. Major optional packages include the Executive package (more luxury-related features) and the Driving Assistant Plus package (more driver safety aids).

For 2020, BMW is offering a limited quantity of the M5 Edition 35 Years to celebrate the 35 years the M5 has been in production. The special edition is based on the M5 Competition and comes with special interior and exterior appointments, and it's limited to a global run of 350 cars.

Which M5 trim does Edmunds recommend?

The long list of included features makes the standard M5 the one to get. Normally pricey options such as adaptive LED headlights, ambient interior lighting and a head-up display are only some of the upscale amenities that won't cost extra. Plus you have all the important performance bits, from the quick transmission to an adaptive suspension for sharper response in the corners.

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Durham, NC
Vehicle
M5 Base
M5 Competition
Vehicle
Base
4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A
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Competition
4.4L 8cyl Turbo 8A
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
Parking assistance
standard
standard
Upholstery
premium leather
premium leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
optional
optional
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
optional
optional
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
600 hp @ 5,700 rpm
617 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Engine torque
553 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
553 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
Engine displacement
4.4 l
4.4 l
Engine configuration
v8
v8
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
275/35R20 (FRONT) 285/35R20 (REAR)
275/40R19 (FRONT) 285/40R19 (REAR)
Wheel size
19 X 9.5-in (Front) 19 X 10.5-in (Rear)
20 X 9.5-in (Front) 20 X 10.5-in (Rear)
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
15 / 21 / 17 MPG
15 / 21 / 17 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
20.1 gal.
20.1 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
302 / 422 miles
302 / 422 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
41.3 ft.
41.3 ft.
Curb weight
4,370 lb.
4,370 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.2 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
83.7 in.
83.7 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
74.9 in.
74.9 in.
Height
58.0 in.
57.8 in.
Length
195.5 in.
195.5 in.
Wheelbase
117.4 in.
117.4 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
Front Head Room
40.7 in.
40.7 in.
Front Leg Room
41.4 in.
41.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room
58.7 in.
58.7 in.
Rear Head Room
38.5 in.
38.5 in.
Rear Leg Room
36.5 in.
36.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
55.9 in.
55.9 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$94,388
$97,270
Average Cost Per Mile
$1.26
$1.3
Depreciation
$35,191
$37,534
Financing
$10,522
$11,002
Taxes & Fees
$1,804
$1,876
Fuel
$18,029
$18,029
Insurance
$4,901
$4,901
Maintenance
$15,028
$15,015
Repairs
$8,913
$8,913
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Silverstone Extended Merino, premium leather
Aragon Brown Extended Merino, premium leather
Caramel/Black Full Merino (Individual), premium leather
Black Full Merino, premium leather
Tartufo Full Merino (Individual), premium leather
Black Extended Merino, premium leather
Smoke White/Black Full Merino (Individual), premium leather
Aragon Brown Full Merino, premium leather
Silverstone Full Merino, premium leather
Silverstone Extended Merino, premium leather
Aragon Brown Extended Merino, premium leather
Caramel/Black Full Merino (Individual), premium leather
Black Full Merino, premium leather
Tartufo Full Merino (Individual), premium leather
Black Extended Merino, premium leather
Smoke White/Black Full Merino (Individual), premium leather
Aragon Brown Full Merino, premium leather
Silverstone Full Merino, premium leather
Exterior
Snapper Rocks Blue Metallic
Bluestone Metallic
Marina Bay Blue Metallic
Almandin Brown II Metallic
Donington Grey Metallic
Azurite Black II Metallic
Singapore Gray Metallic
Rhodonite Silver Metallic
Alpine White
Black Sapphire Metallic
Champagne Quartz II Metallic
Snapper Rocks Blue Metallic
Bluestone Metallic
Marina Bay Blue Metallic
Almandin Brown II Metallic
Donington Grey Metallic
Azurite Black II Metallic
Singapore Gray Metallic
Rhodonite Silver Metallic
Alpine White
Black Sapphire Metallic
Champagne Quartz II Metallic