2020 BMW M5 Price, Review, Pictures and Cars for Sale | CARHP
“Performance is the name of the game with the M5 and, hoo boy, does it deliver. It accelerates, brakes and handles with as much exhilaration as it does with ease. You can count on one hand how many cars perform on this level without sacrificing refinement — and still have fingers left.” – Edmunds
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Engine and Transmission of the 2020 BMW M5
The 2020 BMW M5 gets a 600 HP generating engine, this V8 can also turn out 553 lb-ft of torque and comes equipped with 8-speed automatic transmission. With an extremely powerful engine under its hood, it delivers phenomenal acceleration and drives the experience. In fact, this particular Beemer is known for its thrill and performance. Even the transmission is extremely smooth and it goes into top-speeds without any hassle.
In comparison, the 2020 Cadillac CTS-V generates the most power, measuring 640 HP from a 6.2L V8 supercharged engine. It also delivers 630 lb-ft of torque and is priced only at $87,990.
Models
2020 BMW M5
2020 Cadillac CTS-V
2020 Mercedes E63 S
MSRP
$104,695
$87,990
$117,000
Engine
4.4LV8 Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded
6.2L V8 Supercharged Gas
4.0L V8 Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded
Transmission
8 Speed Automatic
8 Speed Automatic
9 Speed Automatic
Horsepower
600 hp@ 5700 RPM
640 hp@ 6400 RPM
603 hp@ 6500 RPM
Torque
553 ft-lbs@ 1800 RPM
630 ft-lbs@ 3600 RPM
627 ft-lbs@ 5750 RPM
On the other hand, we have the 2020 Mercedes E63 S that comes in at a price of $117,000. It has the smallest engine in the class, measuring only 4.0L, it is a V8 Trim-turbo that puts out 603 HP and 627 lb-ft of torque. Powerful enough to just scrape through against its potent rival the 2020 BMW M5.
Acceleration of the 2020 BMW M5
Equipped with a thrilling twin-turbo V8 engine and a smooth 8-speed automatic transmission the 2020 BMW M5 takes you from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.2 seconds. It also measures the fastest amongst the competition for the same. It also comes with the ability to run the quarter-mile in just 10.9 seconds yet again proving to be the fastest in class.
Models
2020 BMW M5
2020 Cadillac CTS-V
2020 Mercedes E63 S
0-60 MPH
3.2 sec
3.7 sec
3.4 sec
Quarter mile
10.9 sec
11.9 sec
N/A sec
Engine
4.4LV8 Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded
6.2L V8 Supercharged Gas
4.0L V8 Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded
Emission
(Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)
N/A
11.0
8.4
The closest in competition is the 2020 Mercedes E63 S, which goes from 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds. It is surprising how the 2020 Cadillac CTS-V is the most power-packed engine doesn’t seem to outperform the two competitors here. It only ranks in the third position and clocks the 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds while taking 11.9 seconds to go the quarter-mile. Even the Mercedes performance is questionable as it too has an engine that generates more power than the BMW M5 and it takes longer to go from 0-60 mph.
Handling and Steering of the 2020 BMW M5
The 2020 M5 from BMW handles perfectly, unlike any other M series from the brand. It gets a responsive steering and enthralling acceleration, it also offers safe and regenerative braking. The vehicle is enjoyable in its own manner when equipped with the AWD or the FWD. With the latter, the ride becomes aggressive, showing torque to take over horsepower. On the other hand, the AWD, delivers on track, allowing faster acceleration and corners.
Braking of the 2020 BMW M5
Equipped with the largest rotors in class, the 2020 BMW M5 gets a set of 15.6-inch rotors for the front wheels and a set of 15-inch rotors for the rear wheels. These rotors help the vehicle come to a standstill from a 60 mph speed in just 97 feet. Do keep in mind that the BMW weighs a whopping 4370 lbs.
Models
2020 BMW M5
2020 Cadillac CTS-V
2020 Mercedes E63 S
Brake Front (in.)
15.6
14.4
15.4
Brake Rear (in.)
15
15.3
14.2
Curb Weight (lbs.)
4370
4141
4515
60-0 MPH (ft.)
97
106
N/A
When compared, we find that the Beemer puts up the best brake performance in competition, leaving behind even the famed Mercedes E63 S. The 2020 Cadillac CTS comes equipped with slightly smaller rotors, measuring 14.4 inches for the front and 15.3 inches for the rear and this helps it come to a standstill in 106 feet, from a speed of 60mph.
