Australia is the latest market to receive the gorgeous new 2019 BMW M2 and M5, both models arriving locally with the Competition Package.

Each one comes with its own choices in terms of design and interior highlights. What is also interesting, according to Aussie magazine PerformanceDrive, the BMW M5 Competition is the most powerful M5 ever built.

Compared to the standard models, the Competition package brings forward more M goodies on the outside and inside, while under hood, the engine has received a power boost as well.

Already for sale in Australia, the 2019 BMW M2 Competition is available with an entry-level variant called the Pure ($99,900) and adds up the top of the line Competition ($104,900). As for the new M5 Competition, this one comes just in one version, and is priced at $229,900.

But what does each model bring fresh compared to the standard ones?

We`ll start with the 2019 BMW M2 Competition, which is offered with the Pure entry-level and top variant not-Pure one. It rather wears the same styling bits as the standard model, yet it features updated front and rear bumpers and new wheels.

On the other side, the non-Pure variant is even more tweaked with one-off 19-inch alloy wheels wrapping 245/35 and 265/35 Michelin Super Sport tires, along with black front grilles and window trimmings, updated suspension system, or 12-speaker Harman/Kardon high-performance sound system inside the cabin.

In the engine department, both variants of the M2 Competition come with same S55 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged six-cylinder engine borrowed from the M4, now developing 302 kW and 550 Nm of torque. This allows a sprint from 0 to 100 km/h 4.4 seconds if hooked to the standard six-speed manual, and 4.2 seconds with the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Moving to the 2019 BMW M5 Competition, this is highlighted by the same black exterior accents, along with new suspension system which lowers the car`s ride height by 7 mm. There is also the new set of springs that are 10 percent stiffer, adding adaptive dampers which provide better stance and grip. The model also got the 20-inch forged alloy wheels, wrapped in 275/35 and 285/35, front and rear, respectively.

The BMW M5 Competition also comes as the most powerful M model ever built. The car features a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, with 460 kW and massive 750 Nm of torque, paired to an eight-speed automatic with switchable all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive. The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is also covered in a mind-blowing 3.3 seconds.

Source: PerformanceDrive.com

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There is no doubt about the fact that BMW is one of the most important car manufacturers In the world. Performance is one of BMW’s main concerns when it comes to its products. The BMW M5 F90 is no exception. This particular vehicle is the perfect example of a polished product. The attention to details is stunning. The time put into the creation of this particular model is something you see when looking at how gorgeous this car is. In order to prove that this car is well equipped in terms of performance, the folks over at IND Distribution decided to put the capabilities of the BMW M5 F90 to the test.

The BMW M5 F90 was equipped with a 4.4 liter bi-turbo engine that is capable of outputting 600HP. Such performance can hardly be equaled by other stock vehicles. At this point it seems that tuning shops such as IND will have a hard time finding upgrades for such a powerful engine. This could mean that the BMW M5 F90 will be a vehicle with a more visual customization options and less performance improvements. One thing is certain. The engine of the BMW M5 F90 is definitely impressive.

Going from 0 to 100km/h in just 3.2 seconds, the BMW M5 F90 is a lightning fast vehicle. This is a car that literally begs you to press continuously press the acceleration. This is a racing car disguised as a normal, classy vehicle. If you want an adrenaline rush then this is the vehicle for you. The BMW M5 F90 is a vehicle that looks great, feels great, drives great. If you’re looking for a fast BMW vehicle, or simply a fast car, for that matter, there is no reason to avoid taking in account the BMW M5 F90.

No matter how you look at it, the folks over at IND Distribution made it clear that the BMW M5 F90 is definitely a fast vehicle, by testing its performance and capabilities. For those that were not yet convinced about how well this BMW model performs, IND Distribution offered them clear proof. Fewer people can say that they have doubts about the performance of the BMW M5 F90. IND’s performance test is everything you need to make sure that you’re making the right choice when purchasing the BMW M5 F90. At this point, we can only check how many people will actually own this particular BMW model.

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German based carmaker has finnaly decided to unleash the one-off 2018 BMW M5 in the United Kingdom, releasing as well two exquisite videos that explain design language and driving capabilities.

Once arriving in the United Kingdom, the high-end model will take on the likes of the new Mercedes-AMG E63 S, coming with a price tag of £89,645, as opposed to the E63 S which is set at £88,295.

Just like in many other European countries, the new M5 will be offered with a wide range of colours, like Frozen Dark Silver or Frozen Arctic Grey. Exclusively for the UK market, the new model will also arrive in the gorgeous Marina Bay, also highlighted in the media gallery below.

Technology wise, the new M5 borrows the same technology lineup also seen on the latest 5-Series or 2016 7-Series. It has been also equipped with updated equipment, like new shifter, M Sport steering wheel with two M Drive buttons, adding as well the state-of-the-art Head-Up Display with satellite navigation and much more.

One of the car`s main highlights refer to the xDrive configuration which uses a “central intelligence unit” that provides “all the agility and precision of standard rear-wheel drive with the supreme poise and traction of the all-wheel-drive system.”

As a premiere in a BMW model, the new M5 will also come with a CFRP roof, while the front wings and bonnet are made from aluminum. This makes it lightweight and increase its performance figures. Another distinguishable element is inside and refers to the steering wheel which now has received a couple of red lacquered buttons – M1 and M2 – which store the car`s chassis settings.

Paired to an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission and a new all-wheel-drive configuration, the all-new 2018 BMW M5 also features a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, developing 600 PS and 750 Nm of torque. This allows a sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in a staggering 3.4 seconds. On the other hand, the 200 km/h sprint is also done in 11.1 seconds. with the M Driver`s Package, the top speed is raised from 250 km/h to an impressive 305 km/h.

As for fuel economy, the new M5 comes with a decent 26.9 mpg, while the CO2 emissions stop at 241 g/km. You can find full details in the two videos and gorgeous media gallery below!

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We don’t have the chance of seeing an exclusive battle of raw power between two exquisite models all the time. In this case you are looking at a rivalry that will perhaps last for a lifetime – the 2018 BMW M5 versus the Mercedes-AMG E63 S.

Both models are equally-matched from a performance perspective, coming with rather the same sizes and impressive mechanics and technology. Not to mention the mind-blowing braking system and acceleration from standstill.

CarWow auto magazine has gathered both the luxury saloons in “Drag Race, Rolling Race & Brake Test”, as the video below is called. Evidently, we won`t reveal the result until comparing the cars` power and performance. In fact, we won`t reveal it at all, and let you bet your money on the best one.

To start with the 2018 BMW M5, the model uses a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 versus the 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine in the Mercedes-AMG. We are looking here at 600 PS and 750 Nm of torque against 612 PS and 850 Nm of torque. The Merc is a tad more powerful than the M5. Even so, the slight output might be just enough to destroy the BMW M5 in a straight line battle.

Besides the 0 to 100 km/h drag race, both contenders` brakes were also tested out at 112 km/h, with the result being also highlighted in the video below. And for that part, you might be in for a big surprise, as the driver of the E63 S model seemed to have hit the pedal too soon.

This is an interesting video to watch, as it refers to two of the most powerful luxury saloon available on the market today. That might change once the all-new 2019 Audi RS6 will be officially unveiled next year with mighty power as well – according to reports, we are likely to see 605 horsepower. In that case, you`d be more than glad to see a trio running down the tracks.

Until that happens, let`s stick to this gorgeous test between the 2018 BMW M5 and all-new Mercedes-AMG E63 S! Don’t forget to tell us which you bet your money on!

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Even if the all-new BMW M5 is considered one of the most important models from the carmaker`s entire M range, thanks to exquisite design and most importantly, by raw power and performance under the hood, the high-end model is expected to be equipped with the Competition Package as well, meaning greater juice underneath the skin and new tweaks to the car`s chassis.

First announced last year in September and later on in December 2017, the M5 Competition Package will follow the footstep of the M4 Competition Package, with some important upgrades that won`t resume to just carbon ceramic brakes.

According to some new reports, the all-new BMW M5 Competition Package might be premiered in April. The greatest news is that it will pack a raw 625 horsepower, meaning 25 horsepower more over the stock 2018 BMW M5.

On top of that, the new 2018 BMW M5 Competition Package will also arrive with a number of new tweaks that will differentiate it from the factory model.

If the BMW M4 Competition Package received last year the company`s new Adaptive M Suspension, dampers, anti-roll bars and new springs, the 2018 M5 Competition will add updated shocks and a set of new alloys, along with some subtle changes inside. Of course, the option list is much bigger and the company will come back with more information on that.

Back to the car`s power, the M5 Competition Package will arrive with 625 horsepower as aforementioned, meaning improved performance figures. And even if we don’t have any details on that, we expect an improvement of around 0.2 seconds over the stock`s standstill of 3.2 seconds. So, how does 3.0 seconds sound to you?

As a reminder, BMW M CEO Frank Van Meel, said for Road and Track magazine last year that customers had been asking and waiting for an M5 Competition Package for a long time and it would be just a matter of time until the model arrived on the market ready to tackle the performance of its rival – the Mercedes-Benz E 63 S AMG.

We hope that BMW will keep its promise and deliver a high-performance M5 model with exceptional performance and top characteristics. We`ll keep you posted on that!

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By far the most powerful M model that BMW has ever created, the all-new 2018 BMW M5 is set to arrive in the United States next spring, with prices to start from $102,600. At least this is what the German based carmaker has recently declared at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show.

The 2017 L.A. Auto Show closes the year`s most appreciated car events with BMW getting its chance of releasing the base price of the upcoming M5 in the US.

Officially announced ahead the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show, the 2018 BMW M5 is the epiphany of good looks, technology at its best and impressive performance under the hood.

The new M5 follows the M`s division design language and comes enhanced with an extremely aggressive body style. It features more lightweight materials which make it faster and increase its performance figures.

We are dealing here with aluminum hood and carbon-fiber reinforced plastic roof, 19-inch lightweight alloy wheels finished in Orbit Grey, new front and rear bumpers, much wider air intakes, rear diffuser with quad tailpipes, flared wheel arches and much, much more.

The cabin is equipped with the latest technology, also underpinning the new 5-Series and the 7-Series – M head-up display, BMW`s latest digital instrument cluster, M Sports steering wheel, push-button for ignition, plenty of drive-mode buttons, as well as the highest levels of materials, like Extended Merino leather upholstery, carbon fiber trims and so on.

Performance wise, the new M5 is be state-of-the-art, with its exclusive 4.4-liter TwinPower Turbo V8 engine, churning out a staggering 600 horsepower and 748 Nm of torque. This is a 40 horsepower and 71 Nm of torque increase compared with the previous model, allowing an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds. With the optional M Driver`s Package, the M5`s top speed can be raised to 304 km/h. Stay tuned for more pricing details in the upcoming period!

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There is no doubt that BMW has secured its leading position in the premium segment with the newly-arrived high-performance 2018 M5 sedan.

Its success has determined the German carmaker to further introduce some special editions of the new M5, and one of them is the 2018 M5 First Edition, recently making its way onto the Australian market.

However, BMW has limited the 2018 M5 First Edition to just 400 examples worldwide, and only five of them will be heading to Australia.

The all-new 2018 BMW M5 First Edition announces the arrival of the carmaker`s most potent M model in the Land Down Under, featuring a special body paintjob and several visual enhancements. All for a price tag of $229,900.

Marc Werner, CEO of BMW Australia, has also provided some general information about the model, stating that:

“BMW Australia is over the moon with the specification and pricing levels we’ve achieved for the all-new M5. Now to bring out this very special M5 First Edition to five very lucky customers, with even further enhanced specification and exclusive specifications makes for an even greater continuation of the M5’s story.”

From a visual standpoint, the 2018 BMW M5 First Edition features the gorgeous Frozen Dark Red Metallic paint taken from BMW Individual catalogue, which perfectly complements the Smoke White and red interior stitching.

Among the car`s top features we should mention the roller blinds for the rear and side windows, carbon Aber engine cover, ”M5 First Edition” logos on the center console, active-seat ventilation, full-rear seat entertainment and TV functions, gesture control, soft-close doors and 16-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Diamond sound system.

As for the powertrain under the hood, the M5 First Edition features the stock 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, with a mind-blowing 441 kW and 750 Nm of torque, enabling a sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds. The raw power is sent to the wheels via a high-performance eight-speed automatic transmission with all-wheel drive and selectable rear-wheel drive.

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Following the successful launch of the long-awaited 2018 M5, German-based carmaker used the 2017 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, as the perfect excuse to officially introduce a fine-tuned variant of the new M5.

Those looking for a more versatile M5 can find the new details with the 2018 M5 M Performance Parts, recently arriving in Las Vegas and standing side-by-side the gorgeous 2018 BMW M3 30 Years American Edition, also launched to celebrate 30 years of M3 in the US.

Back to our 2018 BMW M5 M Performance Parts, this limited-run edition is visually enhanced with an army of M goodies, complemented with the same 4.4-liter V8 engine with BMW`s TwinPower Turbo technology, and which outputs 600 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. This also allows an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds.

Besides the massive torque and power under the hood, BMW purists will also appreciate the car`s new carbon fiber aero kit, which increases the aggressive looks and personality.

The 2018 BMW M5 M Performance Parts brags with the BMW M race colours on the front apron, adding as well an array of M goodies, such as carbon fiber side sill attachments, carbon fiber rear spoiler Pro, rear spoiler and rear diffuser.

The car`s impressive acceleration is also provided by the BMW M Performance coil-over suspension system, carbon-ceramic brakes, as well as the M Performance sports exhaust system. Let`s not forget the M Performance Drive Analyzer which keeps track of the car`s main important data.

BMW has also released the official video which previews the car`s most important characteristics. Enjoy the ride and don’t forget to share your opinions with us! Are there any noticeable exterior details that separate it from the stock 2018 M5?

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Following the footsteps of the M4`s Competition Package high-end version, the recently unveiled 2018 BMW M5 at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show, has also been confirmed to wear the company`s exclusive Package, arriving on the market somewhere next year.

The news was confirmed by Motor1 publication, with Andy Cook, BMW product executive, declaring that the M5 Competition Package would come with some additional changes at the exterior and inside, over the standard model. This means “tweaked dynamics, and likely standard ceramic brakes – which are a $10,000 option on the standard car.”

However, rumors also have it that the 2018 BMW M5 Competition Package will bring new more than just carbon ceramic brakes.

Some of the additional tweaks might be exactly the same found on the M4 Competition Package, like Adaptive M Suspension with new springs, anti-roll bars and dampers. Of course, there is also the possibility of adding new and more standout alloy wheels.

As for the car`s engine and performance, there aren`t fresh details concerning chances. This means the same motorization as the standard 2018 BMW M5.

As a reminder, the 2018 BMW M5 comes equipped with a 4.4-liter V8 engine, with 600 horsepower and 750 Nm of torque. This allows a sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in a staggering 3.4 seconds, while the quarter mile is done in 11.1 seconds. The high-end model is paired as well to a high-performance eight-speed automatic transmission and a brand-new all-wheel drive system. The top speed is also set at 250 km/h, but can be raised to 305 km/h, if equipped with the M Driver`s Package.

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Officially announced a couple of weeks ago, yet to debut at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show this September, the all-new F90 BMW M5 will arrive in the United Kingdom later on this year, with prices to start at £78,935, in the entry level E63. On the other hand, the Mercedes E63 AMG will come with a £88,295 price tag.

Making a comparison with the older F10 BMW M5, there isn’t a significant price increase, given the F10`s £73,985 price. This means that the new 2018 F90 BMW M5 adds just a handful of new upgrades at the interior. As for the car`s design, this might be quite a disappointment for some BMW purists.

Technology wise, the new M5 borrows the same technology lineup also seen on the latest 5-Series or 2016 7-Series. It has been also equipped with updated equipment, like new shifter, M Sport steering wheel with two M Drive buttons, adding as well the state-of-the-art Head-Up Display with satellite navigation and much more.

One of the car`s main highlights refer to the xDrive configuration which uses a “central intelligence unit” that provides “all the agility and precision of standard rear-wheel drive with the supreme poise and traction of the all-wheel-drive system.”

Set to rival Mercedes-Benz`s brand-new AMG E63 S, the all-new 2018F90 BMW M5 comes equipped with a 4.4-liter V8 engine, with 600 horsepower and 750 Nm of torque. This allows a sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in a staggering 3.4 seconds, while the quarter mile is done in 11.1 seconds. The high-end model is paired as well to a high-performance eight-speed automatic transmission and a brand-new all-wheel drive system. The top speed is also set at 250 km/h, but can be raised to 305 km/h, if equipped with the M Driver`s Package.

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