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BMW 8 Series vs BMW M5 Comparison

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8 Series vs M5 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights8 SeriesM5
Price1.54 Cr2.09 Cr
Power2998 CC4395 CC
ClassSedanSedan
Mileage11 KM/L9 KM/L
8 Series
BMW 8 Series
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹1.54 Cr
M5
BMW M5
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹2.09 Cr
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BMW 8 Series
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BMW M5
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2.09 Cr
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.5
7.6
Value For Money7.005.50
Significance7.005.50
Styling8.507.00
Comfort9.008.75
Safety9.259.00
Environment8.006.25
Merit Or Usp8.758.00

Specifications

Engine Type3.0-litre In-line Six-cylinder Petrol Engine4.4-litre, Twin-turbo V8 Engine
Displacement (CC)2998 CC4395 CC
No. of Cylinders68
Power335 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm726 @ 6,000 rpm @ 6000 rpm
Torque500 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm750 Nm @ 1,800-5,600 rpm @ 1800-5600 rpm
Top SpeedN/A250
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph5.23.3
No. of gears8N/A
Drive TrainRWDAWD
Emissions StandardN/ABS6
No. of GearsN/A7
Length5082 mm4983 mm
Width1932 mm1903 mm
Height1407 mm1469 mm
Wheelbase3023 mm2982 mm
Ground ClearanceN/A121 mm
Kerb WeightN/A1930 KG
Boot SpaceN/A560 L
No. of Doors44
No. of RowsN/A2
Seating Capacity44
Fuel tank Capacity68.068.0
Mileage ARAI11.30 KM/L9.12 KM/L
Mileage - CityN/A7.10 KM/L
Front SuspensionDouble Wishbone With Adaptive Variable Shock AbsorberDynamic Damper Control
Rear SuspensionMulti-link With Adaptive Variable Shock AbsorberDynamic Damper Control
Front Brake TypeDiscVentilated Disc
Rear Brake TypeDiscVentilated Disc
Steering TypeElectricElectric Power Steering
Steering Adjustability1Tilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeLight-alloyAlloy Wheels
Tyre TypeRunflat TyresTubeless, Radial
Front Tyre Size245/45 R 18275/35 ZR 20 Y
Rear Tyre Size245/40 R 19285/35 ZR 20 Y
Spare Wheel TypeN/ATyre Repair Kit
Spare Wheel SizeN/A285/35 ZR 20 Y

Features

Air ConditionerAutomatic Air Conditioning with 2-zone control4-Zone Climate Control
Front ACNADual Zone
Rear ACNAVents Behind Front Armrest
Third Row AC ZoneNA No
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control YesDual Zone
Paddle Shift Yes Yes
Idle Start/Stop ButtonNA Yes
Cruise Control YesAdaptive
Power WindowsNA Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Remote Engine StartNA Yes
Hands-Free TailgateNA Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Cooled GloveboxNA Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps No Yes
Electric TailgateNA Yes
Adjustable ORVMsNA Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone ChargerNA Yes
Navigation function with 3D maps No Yes
Voice Control No Yes
BMW Head-Up Display with full-colour projection and M-specific content ? No Yes
CBU No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central LockingNAKeyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentNAElectrically Adjustable with Lumbar Support
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentNAElectrically Adjustable with Lumbar Support
Seat UpholsteryNALeather
Rear Armrest YesWith Cup Holder
Front Armrest YesAvailable with Storage
Folding Rear SeatNA Yes
Split Rear SeatNA60:40 Split
Front Seatback PocketsNA Yes
HeadrestsNAFront and Rear
Ventilated SeatsNAFront
Seat Memory FunctionNA Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat MountsNA Yes
No. of AirbagsNA6
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags Yes Yes
Rear Side AirbagNA Yes
Curtain AirbagNA Yes
Knee AirbagsNA Yes
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution No Yes
Electronic Stability Program No Yes
Day & Night Rear View MirrorNA Yes
Hill Hold ControlNA Yes
Hill Assist No Yes
Hill Descent ControlNA Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)NA Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Blind Spot MonitoringNA Yes
Lane AssistNA Yes
Forward Collision WarningNA Yes
Auto Emergency BrakingNA Yes
Driver Drowsiness DetectionNA Yes
Child Seat Anchor PointsNA Yes
Parking SensorsNAFront, Rear
Speed Alert SystemNA Yes
Parking AssistanceNARear Camera with Guidelines
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockNA Yes
DashcamNA Yes
Electric ORVM HeatingNA Yes
Attentiveness Assistant No Yes
Active headrests front No Yes
Emergency Spare Wheel No Yes
Cornering Brake Control No Yes
BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system) No Yes
Passive Protection for pedestrians No Yes
Dynamic Stability Control No Yes
Electronic Parking Brake with auto hold function No Yes
Crash Sensor No Yes
Side-impact protection No Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System No Yes
Tyre Repair Kit No Yes
Warning triangle with first-aid kit No Yes
Automatic Headlamps No Yes
Light TypeLEDAdaptive LED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)NALED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog LampsNALED
Ambient Lighting No Yes
Automatic High Beam AssistNA Yes
Follow-Me-Home HeadlampsNA Yes
Cornering Lights Yes Yes
Cabin LampsNAFront and Rear
SunroofNAPanoramic
Roof RailsNA No
Shark Fin AntennaNA Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMsNA Yes
Chrome AccentsNA Yes
ORVM AdjustmentsNAElectric
Rear SpoilerNA Yes
Skid PlatesNA No
Side StepsNA No
Instrument ClusterNADigital
Trip MeterNAElectronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average SpeedNA Yes
ClockNADigital
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster BrightnessNA Yes
Gear IndicatorNA Yes
Shift IndicatorNA Yes
TachometerNADigital
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment SystemNA Yes
Touchscreen Display SizeNA10.25 inches
Audio SystemNAHarman Kardon
Speakers Yes16
TweetersNA2
SubwooferNA Yes
GPS Navigation No Yes
Voice CommandsNA Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityNAAndroid Auto, Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
AUX CompatibilityNA Yes
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)NA Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)NA Yes
Radio Yes Yes
- High-resolution 31 cm (12.3”) Control Display No Yes
Connected Car TechnologyNA Yes
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)NA Yes
GeofencingNA Yes
Digital KeyNA Yes
AI Voice AssistanceNA Yes
Auto Park AssistNA Yes
Autonomous Driving LevelNALevel 2
SOS ButtonNA Yes
Type Battery WarrantyNA5 Years
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA5 Years, 100,000 km

Pros Cons of BMW M5

Pros

  • Mind-bending performance that defies physics.
  • It effectively functions as two cars.
  • It is comfortable enough for daily commutes.
  • M1/M2 steering wheel buttons for customised driving.
  • Unpretentious appearance compared to flamboyant supercars.

Cons

  • Heaviest M5 ever.
  • Mixed reactions for its aggressive styling.
  • Other alluring options are available at this price point.
  • Milder engine sound compared to the pure V8s of the past.

Verdict

The BMW M5 (G90) is a super saloon that has successfully addressed the modern need for sustainability without sacrificing the M division’s soul and spirit. While purists may not enjoy the increased weight and hybridisation, the trade-off is a vehicle that offers a genuinely usable electric range for week-to-week travel and power-packed V8 performance for the weekends.
It is the automotive equivalent of Clark Kent, mild-mannered and respectable on the surface, but capable of revealing a superpower when the situation demands it. If you are looking for a single vehicle that can serve as a luxury family hauler and a track-day weapon, the BMW M5 remains the pragmatic king of the super saloon segment. It is not just a car; it is a statement that the future of performance is both electric and exhilarating.


Bilal concludes,

“Does that make the M5 a bargain? Perhaps. It isn’t as flashy or flamboyant as a raging bull, but that is the point of a sleeper. Clark Kent doesn’t want the world to know how super he really is underneath.”

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