From the launch of the new BMW M5, the range of Original BMW Accessories will offer a wide variety of options designed to shine an even brighter spotlight on the dynamic character of the high-performance sedan. Model-specific BMW M Performance Parts allow owners to hone both the athletic looks of the latest BMW M model and, above all, its aerodynamic balance with genuine precision.

With its M HYBRID drive system, which produces maximum output of 535 kW/727 hp and peak system torque of 1,000 Nm (737 lb-ft), its bespoke chassis technology and the M xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system, the new BMW M5 offers a performance experience beyond anything else in its class. Its standout dynamic capability is complemented by a powerful, puristic exterior design. Like the M Carbon exterior package available ex-factory, a host of BMW M Performance Parts - also made from weight-saving, high-tech carbon fibre and available from the launch of the new BMW M5 - generate a rare and distinctive sporting allure.

Exterior components in carbon fibre accentuate the car's dynamic lines and optimise its aerodynamic balance

The expressive appearance of the new BMW M5 is shaped by its sculptural front apron and eye-catching BMW M kidney grille, as well as by prominently flared wheel arches and side skirts. The BMW M Performance Parts for the exterior fit neatly into the car's geometry and design, and bring added emphasis to both the sedan's dynamic lines and its powerful stature.

A highlight of the BMW M Performance Parts range for the new BMW M5 is the head-turning, two-section M Performance rear diffuser carbon fibre. It teams up with the M Performance tailpipe trims carbon fibre to bring a modern and extremely sporty look to the rear end of the high-performance sedan. The M Performance tailpipe trims are made from a titanium/carbon fibre mix. With their milled titanium end rings and embossed M5 logo, they create a suitably powerful and imposing proposition.

The M Performance rear diffuser carbon fibre is offered either as an addition to the rear spoiler included in the M Carbon exterior package or in conjunction with the M Performance rear spoiler pro carbon fibre also available as a retrofit option. This ensures precisely optimised air routing in extremely dynamic driving situations.

The M Performance front splitter carbon fibre further enhances the aerodynamic balance and visual impact of the new BMW M5. It too is available in tandem with either of the two rear spoiler variants. The two-section M Performance front splitter carbon fibre showcases the central lower air intake - which, for the first time, is split into two by a central partition - even more prominently.

Extremely wide tracks and a bespoke design for the side frame of the body give the new BMW M5 muscular proportions. The M Performance sill extensions carbon fibre lend additional emphasis to the athletic form of the car's side view. They can be combined with the M exterior mirror caps carbon fibre to create a particularly cohesive overall impression. All of the carbon fibre attachment parts are meticulously hand-crafted from carbon-fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) with a high-quality clear coat finish.

M-typical racing feeling and detail customisation

The dynamic profile of the new BMW M5 can be further accentuated by the M Performance side decals in Frozen Black. These high-quality decals can withstand commercial car washes and again integrate seamlessly with the geometry of the M5. The M Performance aerial cover aramid - likewise constructed from an exclusive fibre composite material - brings a stylistic highlight to the car's roof. Added to which, M Performance light-alloy wheels will be offered for the new BMW M5 from summer 2025.

The M Performance fuel tank cap carbon fibre extends the new high-performance sedan's aura of exclusivity to a detail level and can be identified by its M Performance badging in brushed aluminium. The quartet of M Performance floor mats - each of which features decorative stitching in contrasting colours and M Performance badging - add further sporting touches to the interior. The M Performance tyre bags bring motor sport feeling to the customer's garage, too. They are printed with a logo in BMW M GmbH colours and a graphic indicating the wheel position, and have a reinforced handle for easy transportation. The M Performance key case also makes a distinctive statement. The elegant, precisely fitting cover in black fine-grain nappa leather protects the owner's car key against scratches and rounds off the BMW M Performance Parts line-up in stylish fashion.

The BMW M Performance Parts available for the new BMW M5 have been developed on the back of BMW M GmbH's established motor-racing expertise and the experience it has garnered over more than five decades - and are designed precisely to fit the particular characteristics of the high-performance sports car. Plus, the retrofit products have been tested according to the BMW Group's stringent quality guidelines and have already undergone homologation alongside the overall vehicle, which means separate registration with the vehicle licensing authorities is not required.

BMW M GmbH gives its product offensive another injection of pace with the presentation of a high-performance model offering a unique combination of soaring performance, extrovert, sporty design and versatile interior space. The new BMW M5 Touring elevates the fusion of standout driving dynamics with consummate everyday usability and long-distance capability for which BMW M cars are renowned to a whole new level. Its M HYBRID system produces maximum output of 535 kW/727 hp and peak torque of 1,000 Nm (737 lb-ft) to deliver intoxicating performance on road and track alike. At the same time, the partly electrified powertrain enables almost silent and locally emissionfree driving with a range of up to 67 kilometres (42 mph). In addition, the distinctive vehicle concept of the new BMW M5 Touring is reflected in both its exterior design and its interior. Prominently flared wheel arches and side skirts and the M-specific design of the front and rear aprons distinguish the BMW M5 Touring clearly from the BMW 5-Series Touring. The new M5 Touring has up to 1,630 litres of flexible load-carrying capacity for leisure activities and trips away.

The addition of a Touring model to the brand's offering in the highperformance segment builds on both past and current successes. BMW M GmbH first introduced a Touring variant back in 1992 alongside the second generation of the BMW M5 Sedan. In 2007, the fourth generation of the high-performance sedan also gained a BMW M5 Touring sibling. And now the new edition ensures customers will be able to choose from two body variants of the BMW M5 for the third time in its 40-year history. The considerable excitement engendered among fans of the BMW M brand by the symbiosis of exceptional performance and extra space is evidenced by the strong current demand for the first-ever BMW M3 Competition Touring with M xDrive.

Elite dynamic capability meets a highly flexible approach to on-board space

The new BMW M5 Touring captures the imagination with its cohesive overall concept of unadulterated racing genes, supreme performance attributes, unflappable comfort over extended journeys and interior space that can be used in an impressive variety of ways. It therefore satisfies the wish list of demanding enthusiasts who value the hallmark dynamic prowess of an M machine and the refined performance of a BMW M5, but do not want to go without the additional load space, practicality and long-distance comfort of a Touring model.

The new BMW M5 Touring will be unveiled publicly for the first time at Monterey Car Week in California in mid-August 2024. It will be built at BMW Group Plant Dingolfing alongside the new BMW M5 Sedan. The start of production will be followed by the market launch of the new BMW M5 Touring in November 2024. By far the most important individual markets for the new BMW M5 Touring are Germany and the USA, followed by Great Britain, Canada and Switzerland.

New interpretation of familiar M looks with puristic design accents

With its fresh take on the traditional BMW M design playbook, the new BMW M5 Touring brings its racing-car-inspired character instantly to the fore. Its M-specific design cues are focused squarely on fulfilling their functional brief when it comes to cooling air routing and aerodynamic balance. The pronounced roof spoiler and heavily raked, slim D-pillar underscore the car's dynamic lines. At the same time, an unusually high proportion of surfaces painted in body colour create a work of visual purity offering stylish references to the high-performance sports car's top-class dynamics.

Thanks to its muscular, model-specific surface sculpting, the new BMW M5 Touring - like its sedan sibling - sets itself apart more clearly than ever from the body variant of the new BMW 5-Series on which it is based. With an exterior length of 5,096 millimetres and width of 1,970 millimetres (matching the dimensions of the BMW M5 Sedan), the high-performance model is 36 millimetres longer than the BMW 5-Series Touring and 70 millimetres wider. It stands 1,516 millimetres tall, which means it almost precisely mirrors it in height.

Eye-catching front end with large air intake and newly designed BMW M kidney grille; BMW Iconic Glow contour lighting as standard

Its M-specific front end immediately identifies the Touring variant as a member of the model family. At its heart is the newly designed BMW M kidney grille, which is finished in Black high-gloss and almost entirely enclosed. The "M5" badge is displayed on the horizontal, M-typical double-bar. While the centre of the BMW M kidney grille houses the sensors for the driver assistance systems, in its lower section, two small, matt air intakes ensure optimum temperature control by efficiently channelling the onrushing air to the radiator. The puristic approach here enables an innovative design aesthetic, which is presented to stunning effect by the black surround and standard-fit BMW Iconic Glow contour lighting for the BMW M kidney grille.

Almost immediately below the BMW M kidney grille is the central lower air intake. The Black high-gloss aperture in the front apron ensures a particularly generous supply of cooling air. It is split into two by a central partition, which brings a new racing-car-inspired design cue to the M-specific front end. With their triangular contouring, the side air intakes painted in body colour accentuate the broad stance of the new BMW M5 Touring. Pronounced wheel arch extensions and the sculptural surfaces around the BMW M kidney grille, headlights and air intakes create a particularly striking appearance.

The standard Adaptive LED Headlights bring a modern, pared-back look to the brand-typical four-eyed face. They include the cornering light function and matrix high beam with BMW Selective Beam non-dazzling High-beam Assistant. Featured here in standard M lights Shadow Line form, the headlights have black trim pieces on the inside of their housing. Added to which, blue design elements below the LED units show the light sources off to fine effect.

Athletic silhouette with elegantly stretched Touring proportions, model-specific roof spoiler and prominently flared wheel arches

When viewed from the side, the distinctive character of the new BMW M5 Touring is accentuated by the elegantly stretched roofline and a model-specific roof spoiler. The whole side frame of the body has been totally redesigned for the high-performance model with a confident, sporting aesthetic as the aim. As a result, the new BMW M5 Touring is 75 millimetres wider at the front wheel arches than the new BMW 5-Series Touring and 48 millimetres wider at the rear.

The side window graphic tapers in the rear section of the body, generating a powerful shoulder area which the prominent wheel arch extensions specific to the new BMW M5 Touring highlight particularly vividly. In contrast to the BMW M5 Sedan, the character line above the flush door handles extends to the rear lights on the Touring model and brings an extra touch of elegance to the distinctive silhouette. Side skirts painted in body colour round off the car's body in muscular style at its lowest edge to the road, an additional, light-refracting edge strengthening the slim and athletic overall impression. The hunkereddown body and front/rear aprons extending down almost to the road surface lend additional emphasis to the five-door car's physically imposing proportions. The both aerodynamically and aeroacoustically optimised M exterior mirror caps are painted in Black high-gloss and can be specified as an option in carbon fibre.

Broad, powerful rear end with monolithic surface treatment

The new BMW M5 Touring cuts a muscular and visually striking figure at the rear as well. As at the front of the car, generously sized surfaces create a monolithic appearance and confidently showcase the expressive rear end. The prominently flared rear wheel arches team up with the slim rear lights extending into the sides of the car and the vertical reflectors at the far outer edges of the rear to accentuate its width and powerful stature.

Along with the roof spoiler, an eye-catching two-section diffuser helps to optimise the car's aerodynamics, increase traction and create an unmistakable aura. The diffuser's vertical divider references the split in the centre of the front apron, introducing another design feature adapted from racing-car design. In addition, the familiar M twin exhaust tailpipes in Black Chrome are integrated into the left and right of the rear apron.

Exclusive M light-alloy wheels with axle-specific dimensions

New-look M light-alloy wheels in double-spoke design and with a bicolour finish enhance the car's sporting presence when viewed from the side. Their axle-specific dimensions of 20 inches at the front axle and 21 inches at the rear provide additional scope for maximising the dynamic potential of the new BMW M5 Touring by optimising its ability to transfer cornering forces to the road. Fitted with 285/40 ZR20 tyres at the front and 295/35 ZR21 at the rear, they ensure outstanding cornering and directional stability, as well as precise steering feel and optimal traction - even under hard driving on a race circuit. A particularly large wheel diameter and diamond-polished rim edges emphasise the size of the wheels.

The M light-alloy wheels are also offered as an option in an all-black version. A particular highlight of the range of optional M light-alloy wheels, meanwhile, is a variant that replaces classical spokes with an all-new type of rim graphic. These wheels exude three-dimensionality, their appearance changing depending on the viewing angle and lending them an elegant, multi-piece and modern appeal. All the M light-alloy wheels are fitted as standard with high-performance tyres.

Expressive body colours; BMW Individual special paint finishes also available from launch

Customers can choose from ten expressive exterior paint shades for their new BMW M5 Touring. These include the exclusive M variants Isle of Man Green metallic and Marina Bay Blue metallic and the BMW Individual paint finishes Storm Bay metallic and Frozen Deep Grey metallic. A selection of BMW Individual special paint finishes will also be offered from launch. Up to 150 of these particularly exclusive body shades will be available.

Powertrain

With its highly distinctive blend of dynamic performance, long-distance comfort, spaciousness and an aura all of its own, the new BMW M5 Touring promises a driving experience that is unrivalled in its segment. The third Touring variant in the history of the BMW M5, it now comes with an electrified drive system for the first time. This enriches the already multifaceted character of the BMW M5 Touring with new talents. The model-specific version of the M HYBRID system brings together a high-revving V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology and an electric motor integrated directly into the transmission. The result is an exceptionally potent drive unit that generates both formidable performance and enhanced efficiency, and can even provide all-electric driving.

The combustion engine and electric motor generate a combined maximum output of 535 kW/727 hp and peak system torque of 1,000 Nm (737 lb-ft). The intelligent interaction between the engine and motor, and power transfer and chassis technology tuned perfectly to the drive system's performance characteristics provide the latest example of the progress achieved on the back of the deep-rooted racing expertise gained over the decades by BMW M GmbH.

Perfectly orchestrated: the M HYBRID system in the BMW M5 Touring

A product of fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology, the electric motor integrated into the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission helps to endow the new BMW M5 Touring with extremely sharp power delivery. The electric motor's instant thrust off the line and the heavily upgraded eight-cylinder unit's relentless, M-typical build-up of power into the upper reaches of the load and rev ranges dovetail to produce unparalleled performance characteristics. Add the M HYBRID system's similarly outstanding elasticity to the mix and the new BMW M5 Touring achieves a level of dynamic prowess unsurpassed by any rival.

The instantly available thrust from the electric motor and the V8 engine's considerable appetite for revs pave the way for remarkable acceleration times. The BMW M5 Touring sprints to 100 km/h (62 mph) from rest in 3.6 seconds and reaches 200 km/h (124 mph) in 11.1 seconds. The 1,000 Nm (737 lb-ft) maximum system torque of the M HYBRID drive additionally provides outstanding elasticity, which is reflected in an 80 to 120 km/h (50 - 75 mph) time of 3.1 seconds in fifth gear. The limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) can be raised to 305 km/h (189 mph) by specifying the optional M Driver's Package.

The high output of the electric motor fitted in the new BMW M5 Touring also enables it to drive with zero tailpipe emissions in the all-electric operating mode - not just in urban traffic, but also further afield. Top speed with electric power only is 140 km/h (87 mph) and electric range in the WLTP test cycle is 61 - 67 kilometres (38 - 42 miles).

Muscular V8 engine with high-revving character typical of M models

The V8 unit under the bonnet of the new BMW M5 Touring combines the hallmark high-revving character of BMW M GmbH engines with the latest M TwinPower Turbo technology. Besides the pair of twin-scroll turbochargers, the package of technology also comprises High Precision Injection, whose maximum pressure of 350 bar helps to boost both efficiency and performance. Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing also features along with an improved version of the VALVETRONIC fully variable valve timing tech, which now comes with switchable rocker arms on the exhaust side, allowing gas exchange to be interrupted on the overrun. This has the effect of reducing the engine's internal frictional losses, meaning that additional braking energy can be recuperated. The cross-bank exhaust manifold, a reinforced crankshaft drive and upgraded turbochargers mounted close to the exhaust manifold with adapted indirect charge air cooling also all play a part in increasing the engine's efficiency.

With its sustained power delivery across a wide load range, the combustion engine in the new BMW M5 Touring is the main contributor to the M HYBRID drive system's combined output of 535 kW/727 hp and combined torque of 1,000 Nm (737 lb-ft). It generates maximum output of 430 kW/585 hp from 5,600 to 6,500 rpm, while peak torque stands at 750 Nm (553 lb-ft) and is on tap across an extremely wide rev band - between 1,800 and 5,400 rpm. The V8 unit has a rev limit of 7,200 rpm.

Electric motor with instantaneous power delivery and high torque

The M HYBRID system's electric motor is integrated into the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission together with its power electronics in a weight- and space-saving design. The permanently excited synchronous motor responds to even slight movements of the accelerator with extremely rapid power delivery in the manner now familiar from electric motors. The electric motor contributes up to 145 kW/197 hp to maximum system output and up to 280 Nm (206 lb-ft) to maximum system torque.

Its nominal torque is boosted to an effective value of as much as 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) at the transmission input for the motor with the help of a pregearing stage patented by BMW. This innovation enables the compact electric drive unit to generate effective propulsive power that could normally only be achieved using a far larger motor. BMW IconicSounds Electric provides the acoustic accompaniment for its power delivery. This M-specific drive sound generates authentic responses to every movement of the accelerator, both in all-electric mode and when topping up the power from the V8.

High-voltage battery, power electronics and Combined Charging Unit with intelligent energy and heat management

Like the electric motor, the high-voltage battery in the new BMW M5 Touring is also part of the latest, fifth generation of BMW eDrive technology. It is installed in the vehicle's underbody to save space. This also results in a low centre of gravity that lends itself to agile handling. The lithium-ion battery in the new BMW M5 Touring boasts a high energy density, allowing it to provide 18.6 kWh of usable energy.

The power electronics of the M HYBRID system ensure a harmonious interplay between engine and electric motor at all times. As well as providing an electric boost effect under acceleration, the electric motor of the new BMW M5 Touring also performs a supporting role under steady loads, helping to reduce the engine's fuel consumption.

The Combined Charging Unit of the M HYBRID system supports AC charging at up to 11 kW. This means the high-voltage battery in the new BMW M5 Touring can be fully recharged from empty in 2 hr 15 min. Predictive heat management reduces charging times with careful preconditioning of the high-voltage battery.

Integrated cooling system, model-specific engine and transmission mounts

The integrated cooling system in the new BMW M5 Touring has been adapted to the demands of both everyday use and track driving. Extremely large air intakes in the front end ensure the inflow of cool air is maintained as required at all times. Generously sized heat exchangers and an integrated system for controlling the temperature of the combustion engine, the transmission including electric motor and the high-voltage battery permanently keep operating temperatures at an optimum level for the drive system technology.

A model-specific, extremely rigid powertrain mounting makes an additional contribution to the performance-focused driving properties of the new BMW M5 Touring. It is also a factor in the direct transmission of the car's power to the road, its instant response and its precision when turning into corners.

Eight-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic, Launch Control and Boost Control

The eight-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic channels not only the power generated by the combustion engine, but also the drive torque from the integrated electric motor. The standard gearshift paddles on the steering wheel let drivers make sequential interventions in the gear selection process. The Drivelogic settings - selected from the M Setup menu - allow the transmission's shift characteristics to be varied in three stages, ranging from comfort-focused to extremely dynamic.

The eight-speed M Steptronic transmission has a Launch Control function to enable traction-optimised acceleration off the line with maximum dynamism. This can be utilised in conjunction with M Dynamic Mode in all the settings available via the M Setup menu, with the exception of the M xDrive all-wheel-drive system's 2WD mode. There is also a Boost Control function - a feature not offered by any rival - for extremely rapid bursts of speed when travelling at between 30 and 150 km/h (19 - 93 mph). It is activated by pulling on the left-hand shift paddle for more than one second.

Up to five operating modes allow drivers to choose the optimum setup at all times

The new BMW M5 Touring features three operating modes as standard and five as an option that adjust the interplay between the combustion engine and electric motor and can be called up using the M HYBRID button on the centre console. The default Hybrid setting gives the driver access to the full system output of the combustion engine and electric motor in tandem. The amount each drive source contributes to the performance experience depends on the drive configuration chosen in the M Setup menu.

In the Comfort setting, preference is given to using the electric motor, increasing the efficiency of the new BMW M5 Touring. In the Sport and Sport Plus drive configurations, meanwhile, the combustion engine is permanently active. Electric mode is for locally emission-free driving, with the V8 engine only cutting in if the driver asks for a lot of power by kicking down or switches to the transmission's manual mode. With the eControl setting, the charge of the high-voltage battery can be maintained at a constant level during a journey or increased by means of energy recuperation. Specifying the optional M Drive Professional adds Dynamic and Dynamic Plus modes, which can be selected for sporty driving on country roads and mountain passes or for track driving.

Precise distribution of power with M xDrive and Active M Differential

The M HYBRID drive system's power is channelled to the road in full via the M xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system. Its electronically controlled multi-plate clutch ensures fully variable distribution of power between the front and rear wheels. The latest version of the transfer case is more efficient, weighs less and also brings targeted improvements in oil-level control and cooling. The transfer case's torque capacity has also been increased to ready it for working in tandem with the powerful drive system in the new BMW M5 Touring.

The M xDrive system's responses can also be adjusted via the M Setup menu. As well as the default 4WD setting, drivers can also choose 4WD Sport or 2WD mode. In 4WD Sport mode, the all-wheel-drive system's rear-biased setup is particularly pronounced. To engage it, drivers will first need to switch to M Dynamic Mode or deactivate the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system. With DSC switched off, it is also possible to select 2WD mode, which sends drive to the rear wheels only and allows drivers to execute drift manoeuvres while enjoying a performance experience of exceptional purity. The M xDrive system teams up with the Active M Differential to maximise traction, agility and directional stability. This electronically controlled differential lock in the rear axle ensures fully variable distribution of drive between the rear wheels as the situation demands.

Chassis and driving experience

The cohesive overall concept underpinning the new BMW M5 Touring enables it to deliver an enthralling driving experience on the track as well as in everyday use and on longer trips away. Its dynamic performance qualities set new standards in the class. Key factors here alongside the drive system and a vehicle concept comprising a long wheelbase, wide tracks, a low centre of gravity and harmonious, almost perfect 50 : 50 weight distribution, are a body with improved rigidity and enhanced aerodynamics, and chassis technology in a model-specific configuration that has been carefully tuned for the M HYBRID drive system.

The dynamic, agile and precise handling for which M models are renowned combines with impressive comfort over long distances. The integrated application of all drivetrain and chassis systems took place on all types of public roads as well as at the BMW Group's testing facilities, at the Nürburgring's Nordschleife circuit and at other race tracks to ensure well-resolved handling qualities in every situation and with all setup configurations.

Extremely stiff body structure with M-specific bracing elements

An extensive package of precisely interlinked M-specific bracing elements focused on enhancing driving dynamics increases the longitudinal and torsional stiffness of the body structure. At the front of the new BMW M5 Touring, a shear panel that connects the spring strut towers with the bulkhead is used, along with model-specific tower-tofront end struts. Further strengthening elements can be found in the centre and rear sections of the engine compartment.

In the rear section of its body, the new BMW M5 Touring again comes with model-specific underfloor bracing elements, including a cross-bar and a shear panel, as well as further stiffening elements for the luggage compartment. Added to which, the mountings connecting the chassis to the body and the steering to the front axle subframe also have exceptional torsional rigidity.

Custom-tuned chassis technology for maximum dynamic prowess and superb long-distance comfort

The new BMW M5 Touring has exceptional dynamic handling capabilities thanks to the model-specific kinematic and elastokinematic properties of its sophisticated chassis technology. The double-wishbone front axle optimises longitudinal and lateral rigidity, while the selective use of aluminium components lowers the weight of the unsprung mass. Newly designed wheel carriers, bespoke axle kinematics with large castor and kingpin angles, a lowered roll centre and model-specific elastomer bearings produce a matchless combination of compelling dynamic potency and finely balanced comfort; it's the perfect recipe for everyday driving and longer journeys.

The five-link rear axle also comes in an M-specific design. Unsprung mass has been reduced here, too, by deploying an innovative sheet-steel construction for its links, together with aluminium components. The car's longitudinal and transverse dynamics both benefit from new toe links, camber links and trailing arms, while precise wheel guidance enhances straight-line poise, load-change characteristics, directional stability and steering behaviour. Stiffer mountings and model-specific elastokinematics have a positive effect on both agility and long-distance comfort.

M Servotronic steering and Integral Active Steering as standard

A version of the M Servotronic steering including detail upgrades brings together speed-sensitive power assistance and a variable steering ratio in the new BMW M5 Touring. This results in both accurate turn-in when powering through bends and effortless manoeuvring at low speeds. The steering's rigid bolted connection to the front axle subframe ensures optimal feedback from the road and a high degree of directional accuracy. The M Setup menu gives drivers the choice of a comfortfocused setting for the steering assistance or one optimised for sporty performance.

The new BMW M5 Touring is also equipped as standard with Integral Active Steering, which allows the rear wheels to be turned to an angle of up to 1.5° when steering. Turning them in the opposite direction to the front wheels at low speeds reduces the car's turning circle. And turning them in the same direction at higher speeds improves both directional stability and cornering dynamics. Plus, in particularly dynamic driving situations the system prompts the chassis control tech to make stabilising and agility-boosting steering inputs.

Adaptive M suspension with electronically controlled dampers

Adaptive M suspension is also part of the car's standard specification. Its electronically controlled dampers optimise road contact in all driving situations, reduce the body's tendency to roll through dynamically driven corners and enhance driving comfort. The adaptive M suspension improves suppression of body vibrations regardless of vehicle speed, as the highest damping forces are only ever triggered when required and for a few milliseconds. As a result, the suspension absorbs large bumps with a smoothness that keeps the body perfectly connected to the road at all times. Adjusting the damper forces as the situation demands also improves traction when pulling away and stopping power when braking sharply.

The basic shock absorber characteristics can be adjusted via the M Setup menu. The Comfort, Sport and Sport Plus modes provide drivers with a choice of three settings, ranging from very comfortable to a performance-focused setup. The responses of the Integral Active Steering system are adjusted together with the shock absorbers.

Integrated braking system with individually selectable settings fitted as standard; M Carbon ceramic brakes optional

The M-specific version of the integrated braking system allows drivers of the new BMW M5 Touring to choose from two pedal feel settings via the M Setup menu. In their own individual ways, Comfort mode and Sport mode alter the amount of pressure on the brake pedal required to slow the car. Both modes allow the driver to enjoy superb pedal feel at all times regardless of any external factors.

The integrated braking system in the BMW M5 Touring brings together the brake activation, brake booster and braking control functions within a single module, allowing stopping power to be adjusted extremely quickly and precisely to the driver's requirements. An electric actuator is used to help generate the required brake pressure.

The driver's braking requests are executed by the standard-fitted M Compound brakes or optional M Carbon ceramic brakes. Both versions have six-piston fixed-calliper brakes at the front axle and single-piston floating-calliper brakes at the rear. The M Carbon ceramic brakes stand out with their lower weight (they are around 25 kilograms lighter), even stronger braking power, a still greater ability to withstand fade, further enhanced thermal stability and extremely high resistance to wear. Whereas the M Compound brakes come with blue callipers as standard or red or black callipers as an option, the callipers of the M Carbon ceramic brakes are painted in Gold metallic.