This is the BMW M5 competition pack – the most focussed version of Munich’s very saloon. It gets enhanced performance as well as firmer suspension configuration to provide the Mercedes-AMG E 63 S a bloody nose.
The headline stats are 0-62mph time in 3.3 seconds – one tenth quicker than the common M5 – as well as a 0-124mph time that drops from 11.1 seconds to 10.8 seconds.
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The enhanced performance comes courtesy of a reworked version of the 4.4-litre twin turbo V8 engine. Power is up 25bhp to 615bhp, as well as although torque plateaus at the exact same 750Nm, it now spreads from 1,800-5,800rpm – 200rpm higher than before. A competition pack-specific exhaust system, housed in a distinct diffuser, provides a distinct soundtrack, as well as the suggestions are completed in black chrome.
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Further black accents can be discovered on the front grille, side gills, door mirrors, window surrounds as well as rear spoiler. The competition pack is likewise set aside from the routine M5 courtesy of distinct 20-inch forged alloy wheels.
Behind the wheels sit a raft of suspension tweaks to make the competition pack sharper to drive than its sibling. spring rates have enhanced by 10 per cent all round, while the trip height drops a even more 7mm. additional camber has been dialled into the front axle, as well as the rear gains a stiffer anti roll bar. Stiffer mounts for the front anti roll bar, engine as well as toe links are all declared to make the steering feel much more accurate as well as direct.
The adaptive dampers have been returned to match the much more aggressive suspension setup. sport mode is stated to be the setting many appropriate for the Nurburgring Nordschleife, while sport plus is meant for smooth Grand Prix circuits.
Little has altered inside the competition Pack; the modifications are restricted to M sport stripes on the seat belts as well as distinct carpet mats.
Prices haven’t yet been confirmed, though the competition pack added £6,700 to the previous generation M5 when equipped. expect to pay just under £100,000 when sales start.
Read our UK evaluation of the most recent BMW M5 here.