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    For the first time since its inception in 1984, the BMW M5 is arriving with turbochargers. The move might seem like heresy for a brand known for high-revving engines, but recall that M Division has already applied forced induction to the 1 Series M Coupe, X5 M, and X6 M. Switching to a smaller, more advanced powertrain means the new M5 can deliver 30-percent better fuel economy than its predecessor, while boasting 10 percent more power and 30 percent more torque.

    For now BMW has released information only on the European model, but we’re told it’s almost identical to the M5 that will bow in the U.S. Look for an update with any equipment or trim changes that may apply to our M5 early next week.

    The new, fifth-generation M5 finds motivation in the form of a twin-turbocharged, direct-injected 4.4-liter V-8. In American specification, the engine provides 555 hp from 6000 to 7000 rpm, with 500 lb-ft of torque delivered all the way from 1500 to 5750 rpm. It revs to 7200 rpm.

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    The last M5 packed a 5.0-liter V-10, rated at 500 hp and 383 lb-ft, which provided a BMW-endorsed 0-to-60-mph time of 4.5 seconds. The 2012 M5 not only trumps those power ratings, but also rockets to the benchmarks a few ticks faster: BMW says the new car will reach 62 mph in 4.4 seconds, and 124 mph in just 13.0 seconds. In typical German fashion, maximum velocity is limited to 155 mph, but opting for the M Driver’s Pack increases the limit to 190 mph.

    Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, known as M DCT in BMW parlance. It offers a variety of automatic shift programs, as well as fully manual gear changes effected by nudging the shift lever or pulling on the wheel-mounted paddles, plus a Launch Control mode. The American market is also slated to receive an optional six-speed manual transmission, though it’s unknown whether that version will come with Launch Control. Despite earlier rumors, there are no plans for an all-wheel-drive M5.
    Read more: http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...#ixzz1QX531YpQ
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    190mph. Insane
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    Love the way the new 5 series and this M5 look.
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    I do get great service there, especially when I mention my name, haha.

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    Im sold!!

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    sexiest interior ever.
    ever.

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    Originally posted by lellowrx7
    sexiest interior ever.
    ever.
    I thought that interior sucked.

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    My dad is super excited for this. He has had an E39 and loved it. He hated his E60, and expects to love the F10

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    Amazing car. Do want.

    As for the interior comment, I'm not sure they can top Audi:










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    ^Ok Mr Audi, btw, your claim to have the Lowest KM B7 S4 in Calgary is BS. I know one with just over 3000 km.

    This m5 is absolutely gorgeous.

    E60 wasn't my favorite - this just brings it back to BMW

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    love it

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    Audi is good after the 1st month of ownership.. then the ECU will burn out.. a bad electrical system will take out the all the interior lights.. etc.. etc..

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    this thing is going to be a rocket. knowing BMW loves to underate acceleration numbers I wouldn't be surprised if 0-100 took 3.9 or 4 seconds

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    Wow, Spectacular. Exciting times for these German Supersaloons. I do think the E63 is better looking though.
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    Very Nice.

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    I just can't understand how 500HP/555lb/ft translate to 4.5s 0-100.

    Shouldn't this be sub 4s with much less weight than the X6M?

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    yup, bmw also said the e46 m3's 0-60 was 5.4, the e90 m3's was 4.8 and that the x5m's was 4.7
    all very underrated

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    Originally posted by Scat E46
    ^Ok Mr Audi, btw, your claim to have the Lowest KM B7 S4 in Calgary is BS. I know one with just over 3000 km.
    Haha, sorry to have upset you.

    As far as I can tell I have the lowest KM 2006 S4 for sale in Calgary right now. Obviously I meant for my model year. Even if I search all B7's from every year, of the ones for sale the only one lower I can see is a 2008 with 2,000 less KM.

    Feel free to link me to a lower KM 2006 B7 S4 FOR SALE in Calgary and I'll change my claim. Clearly there is no way I can possibly know the KM of every S4 in Calgary that isn't for sale.

    My car is sold anyways.

    And tell that guy with a 3000KM S4 to get out and drive it lol.
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    Good numbers but only looks okay. Much like most Porsches it more of the same classic, safe, traditional, common styling for BMW... looks fine but it's nothing interesting or amazing.

    From 0:08-0:11 it looks like a Pontiac G8 GT (discontinued)/ Vauxhall VXR8 (a Vauxhall).

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