New BMW M5 for Sale nearToms River, NJ

How much does the BMW M5 cost in today's market?

Used BMW M5 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The BMW M5's current nationwide average price is $97,569, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $72,952 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2019, 2023, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the BMW M5 a good car?

Yes — the BMW M5 earns strong praise from owners across the lineup for its performance, acceleration, handling, and luxurious interiors. The all-generations owner rating is 4.76/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently highlight the thrill of driving, powerful engines, and the way the M5 blends speed with everyday usability. Expert reviews also point to the model’s broad capability, with strong performance, comfort, and technology standing out as recurring strengths.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2025 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that come up most often are high ownership costs, fuel economy, and, on some recent models, a ride and cabin presentation that lean heavily into performance-first character.

29.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW M5 models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the BMW M5 for its exhilarating performance, powerful engines, and luxurious interiors. Expert reviews also reinforce the model’s strong blend of speed, handling, and everyday usability.

• Owners rate the BMW M5 between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is tied to the M5’s high-performance hardware and the care each example has received, so a well-maintained car is the safest path.

What should I look for when buying a used BMW M5?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 81.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2016 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Standard driver-assistance features include forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control with automatic speed limit adjustment, blind-spot monitors, parking sensors, and a Backup Assistant.
• Infotainment: The standard BMW Curved Display combines a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 14.9-inch touchscreen, and the M5 has version 8.5 of the iDrive operating system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
• Fuel efficiency: The M5 is a usable plug-in hybrid, with 25 miles of EPA-rated electric range for the sedan and 24 miles for the M5 Touring wagon. In hybrid mode, the M5 sedan is rated at 14 mpg combined, while the wagon is rated at 13 mpg combined.

Which BMW M5 trim should I buy?

The 2026 BMW M5 offers these trims:

• BMW M5 Sedan: Best if you want the core M5 experience with the sedan body, 25 miles of EPA-rated electric range, and the standard plug-in hybrid setup.
• BMW M5 Touring: Best if you want the wagon body style, 24 miles of EPA-rated electric range, and the added practicality that comes with the long-roof layout.

What BMW M5 do most buyers choose?

The BMW M5 years with the most listings are 2026, 2025, and 2019.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices on trim, mileage, and condition, which makes it easier to find a used M5 that fits your budget and feature priorities. They also tend to be the years shoppers cross-shop most often, so pricing and deal activity are usually easier to compare.

What is the BMW M5's resale value?

Prices are moving lower across every model year shown, which creates better entry points for used buyers. The biggest drops are concentrated in the newer examples, while the older years are also easing down at a slower pace. That pattern gives you more room to shop for value without giving up the M5’s core appeal.

The 2018, 2019, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the BMW M5 safe?

• 2026: 7/10
• 2025: 8/10
• 2022: 7/10

Standard driver-assistance features include forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control with automatic speed limit adjustment, blind-spot monitors, parking sensors, and a Backup Assistant.

For the safest used buy, the 2025 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used BMW M5 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −7.78% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −5.73%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 33.1% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2026 model has the most listings. The BMW M5 offers a rare mix of high-performance speed and everyday practicality in a four-door body.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The M5 is a usable plug-in hybrid, with 25 miles of EPA-rated electric range for the sedan and 24 miles for the M5 Touring wagon.
• Tech: The M5 has version 8.5 of the iDrive operating system, incorporating wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, YouTube video streaming, and AirConsole gaming.
• Safety: The latest model adds automated lane centering for highway driving and a Traffic Jam Assistant that facilitates hands-free driving in stop-and-go highway traffic at speeds up to 40 mph.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $123,275 for the sedan and $125,275 for the wagon.

If you're buying used today, the 2026 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.