BMW M8 vs BMW M5

2025 BMW M5
2025 BMW M5
$119,500MSRP
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2023 BMW M8
2023 BMW M8
$134,100MSRP
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2025 BMW M5
$119,500MSRP
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2023 BMW M8
$134,100MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

1988

Years produced

2020-Present

MSRP

$119,500

MSRP

$134,100

Listings

1235

Listings

421

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.5 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

Pros

  • Brutal acceleration

  • Impressive dynamics

  • Jekyll & Hyde persona

Cons

  • Potentially polarizing design

  • Focused ride quality

  • Too quiet

Pros

  • Fun to drive

  • Premium interior materials

  • Easy-to-use technology

Cons

  • Not much cargo space

  • Hard to enter and exit

  • Minor confusion related to assisted driving tech

Reviews Summary

Now a plug-in hybrid, the redesigned 2025 BMW M5 is a versatile, high-performance sedan that allows drivers to have their cake and eat it, too. It may put out 717 horsepower—and certainly feels like it—but the M5’s repertoire also includes a calming all-electric driving experience for up to 25 miles, which also makes this version the most efficient M5 ever.

Verdict: The new BMW M5 boasts impressive speed, agility, and daily usability. It's not perfect; the exhaust is too quiet for a performance vehicle and its ride is too harsh for a luxury car. But for the shopper who wants a sedan capable of doing a bit of everything, the M5 delivers in excess.

Reviews Summary

Available in coupe, convertible, and sedan (Gran Coupe) body styles, the M8 is based on the BMW 8 Series and gets a full workup from the wizards who perform their magic at the BMW M division. This year, all M8 models come in Competition specification, a new 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard, and a new M Carbon front bucket seat option is available. Plus, BMW offers the 2023 M8 in more exterior colors than before.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

4.4L 717 hp V8 Hybrid

Engine

4.4L 617 hp V8

Drive Train

AWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

4

Horsepower

717 hp @ 5600 rpm

Horsepower

617 hp @ 6000 rpm

EV Battery Capacity

14.8 kWh

EV Battery Capacity

MPG City

45

MPG City

15

MPG Highway

57

MPG Highway

22

Battery Charge Time (120V)

20.25 hours

Battery Charge Time (120V)

Battery Charge Time (240V)

3.75 hours

Battery Charge Time (240V)

2025 BMW M5
2025 BMW M5
$119,500MSRP
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2023 BMW M8
2023 BMW M8
$134,100MSRP
Overview
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2025 BMW M5
$119,500MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 BMW M8
$134,100MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
1988
2020-Present
MSRP
$119,500
$134,100
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.8

4.8

Expert reviews

8.5 out of 10

Read full review

7.8 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Brutal acceleration

  • Impressive dynamics

  • Jekyll & Hyde persona

Cons

  • Potentially polarizing design

  • Focused ride quality

  • Too quiet

Pros

  • Fun to drive

  • Premium interior materials

  • Easy-to-use technology

Cons

  • Not much cargo space

  • Hard to enter and exit

  • Minor confusion related to assisted driving tech

Summary

Now a plug-in hybrid, the redesigned 2025 BMW M5 is a versatile, high-performance sedan that allows drivers to have their cake and eat it, too. It may put out 717 horsepower—and certainly feels like it—but the M5’s repertoire also includes a calming all-electric driving experience for up to 25 miles, which also makes this version the most efficient M5 ever.

Verdict: The new BMW M5 boasts impressive speed, agility, and daily usability. It's not perfect; the exhaust is too quiet for a performance vehicle and its ride is too harsh for a luxury car. But for the shopper who wants a sedan capable of doing a bit of everything, the M5 delivers in excess.

Available in coupe, convertible, and sedan (Gran Coupe) body styles, the M8 is based on the BMW 8 Series and gets a full workup from the wizards who perform their magic at the BMW M division. This year, all M8 models come in Competition specification, a new 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard, and a new M Carbon front bucket seat option is available. Plus, BMW offers the 2023 M8 in more exterior colors than before.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
4.4L 717 hp V8 Hybrid
4.4L 617 hp V8
Drive Train
AWD
AWD
Seating Capacity
5
4
Horsepower
717 hp @ 5600 rpm
617 hp @ 6000 rpm
EV Battery Capacity
14.8 kWh
MPG City
45
15
MPG Highway
57
22
Battery Charge Time (120V)
20.25 hours
Battery Charge Time (240V)
3.75 hours
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