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BMW M5 Competition

Petrolgrand tourerGENERATION F90, 2021

625 hp, 3,3 s 0-100 : among the 15 grand tourers 2019–2023, the M5 Competition ranks 2nd of 15 in 0–100 km/h, 8th of 15 in Top speed, 2nd of 15 in Power-to-weight, behind the only BMW M5 CS. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Power: 625 hp; 750 Nm
0 → 100 km/h: 3.3 s; VMax 250 km/h
Cons.: 11.3 L; /100 km
Tank: 68 L

Full specifications

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Displacement: 4,395 cm³
Power: 625 hp
Couple: 750 Nm
Gearbox: Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique
Transmission: Integrale (AWD)

Consumption

Cons. WLTP: 11.3 L/100 km
Tank: 68 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h: 3,3 s
0 → 200 km/h: 10,80 s
VMax: 250 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length: 4,983 mm
Wheelbase: 2,982 mm
Width: 1,903 mm
Height: 1,469 mm
Boot: 530 L
Kerb weight: 1,895 kg
Cd: 0.32
CO₂ WLTP: 259 g/km

Caralogy Methodology

Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.

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Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

Among the 15 grand tourers, the M5 Competition ranks (top 2 in segment) in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.

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Caralogy Verdict

Suitable for

Demanding drivers: 2nd of 15 in 0–100 km/h (3.3 s), 2nd of 15 in Power-to-weight (330 hp/t). 2nd of 15 in 0–100 km/h (3.3 s), 2nd of 15 in Power-to-weight (330 hp/t).

Less suitable for

Frequent urban trips with stop-and-go. At 11,3 L/100 km on the combined cycle, consumption rises in the city without electric assistance. An HEV or PHEV would be more economical for this use profile.

Alternatives to consider

If the priority is 0–100 km/h, the BMW M5 CS (1st with 3.0 s) takes the lead. If the priority is Top speed, the BMW M5 CS (1st with 305 km/h) takes the lead.

Acceleration: 3.3 s 0-100 (2nd of 15 in 0–100 km/h)

In pure acceleration, the M5 Competition ranks 2nd of 15 in 0–100 km/h, 0.3 s off the reference BMW M5 CS (3.0 s).

Top speed: 250 km/h (8th of 15 in Top speed)

Top speed of 250 km/h. The segment reference reaches 305 km/h.

Go beyond this analysis

Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.

Running cost for your profile

Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.

Launch simulator

Long-distance trip

Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.

Simulate a trip

Times & acceleration

0-100, 0-200, speed curve, segment position.

See the performance

Where the M5 Competition stands against grand tourers

Comparison across 15 grand tourers marketed between 2019–2023.

0–100 km/h2^e / 15

3,3 s

Min 5,2 s · BMW 540iMax 3,0 s · BMW M5 CS

Top speed8^e / 15

250 km/h

Min 250 km/h · BMW 540d xDriveMax 305 km/h · BMW M5 CS

Power-to-weight2^e / 15

330 hp/t

Min 184 hp/t · BMW 540d xDriveMax 348 hp/t · BMW M5 CS

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

PetrolAudi RS6 Performance Avant630 hp · 3.4 s PetrolAudi A6 Avant TFSI quattro S tronic 270 kW367 hp · 4.7 s PetrolAudi A6 Sedan TFSI quattro S tronic 270 kW367 hp · 4.7 s PetrolVolvo S90 B5 AWD250 hp · 6.6 s

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

BEVPorsche Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo670 hp · 3.2 s PHEVBMW 545e xDrive394 hp · 4.6 s BEVBMW i5 M60 xDrive517 hp · 3.8 s BEVBMW i5 M60 xDrive Touring517 hp · 3.9 s PetrolBMW M5600 hp · 3.4 s PetrolBMW M5600 hp · 3.4 s

The full BMW M5 F90 range

Generation F90 launched in 2018. Available versions sorted by energy.

Other versions of the F90

PetrolM5 CS635 hp · 2021 PetrolM5 2021600 hp · 2021 PetrolM5 Competition 2020625 hp · 2020 PetrolM5 2020600 hp · 2020 PetrolM5 Competition 2018625 hp · 2018 PetrolM5 2018600 hp · 2018

Popular duels involving the M5 Competition

PetrolAudi RS6 Performance Avant vs M5 Competition630 hp · 12.0 L PetrolAudi A6 Avant TFSI quattro S tronic 270 kW vs M5 Competition367 hp · 8.3 L PetrolAudi A6 Sedan TFSI quattro S tronic 270 kW vs M5 Competition367 hp · 8.1 L PetrolVolvo S90 B5 AWD vs M5 Competition250 hp · 7.5 L

Continue with the BMW M5 Competition

The same car, from other angles.

Consumption
Consumption and annual running cost of the BMW M5 Competition
3,678 €/yr · 15,000 km/yr
Motorway
Simulated motorway trip of the BMW M5 Competition: stops and duration
Paris → Lyon non-stop · 4h12
Performance
Performance of the BMW M5 Competition: 0-100 and lap times
0-100 in 3.3 s · 625 hp

BMW M5 Competition: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

Where does the M5 Competition rank in its segment?

Among the 15 grand tourers 2019–2023, the M5 Competition ranks 2nd of 15 in 0–100 km/h (3.3 s, behind the BMW M5 CS), 8th of 15 in Top speed (250 km/h, behind the BMW M5 CS), 2nd of 15 in Power-to-weight (330 hp/t, behind the BMW M5 CS).

How much does the M5 Competition cost to run?

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Why not a BMW M5 CS instead?

The BMW M5 CS leads in 0–100 km/h (3.0 s vs 3.3 s). The choice depends on your priorities: check the M5 Competition vs BMW M5 CS duel for a detailed comparison.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.