BMW M5 Horsepower & Torque (2002-2025)

The BMW M5 is an iconic high-performance sports saloon, celebrated for its blend of luxury and power since its debut in 1984.

Performance has seen remarkable progression, starting with a 394-horsepower 5.0L V8 in 2002 and reaching a staggering 717-horsepower 4.4L hybrid turbocharged V8 in 2025.

Early models featured rear-wheel drive (RWD) and a 6-speed manual transmission, while recent iterations introduced all-wheel drive (AWD) and advanced 8-speed automatics.

Historically, the M5 set benchmarks as the fastest production saloon at launch and continues to innovate with its hybrid powertrain in 2025.

Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data for each model year.

Check out the Horsepower And Torque specifications for other makes and models.

G90/G99 M5: 2024-2025

2025 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The vehicle is equipped with a 4.4L hybrid engine that produces a consistent output of 717 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque.

It features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

F90 M5: 2017-2023

2023 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The 2023 BMW M5 is powered by a 4.4-liter V8 engine producing 600 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque, with consistent output across configurations.

It features an 8-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive drivetrain configuration.

2022 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The 2022 BMW M5 features a 4.4L V8 engine, producing a horsepower range of 600 hp to 627 hp, depending on the configuration. Torque remains consistent at 553 lb-ft across all variants. The vehicle is equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain.

2021 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The 2021 BMW M5 is equipped with a power output of 600 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque, both figures consistent across its all-wheel-drive configuration.

It features an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, ensuring efficient power delivery to all four wheels.

2020 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The BMW M5 features a 4.4L engine with a horsepower range of 523 hp to 617 hp, depending on the configuration.

It produces a consistent torque of 553 lb-ft across all variants.

The vehicle is equipped with an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system and an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2019 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The 2019 BMW M5 features a 4.4L engine with a horsepower range of 600 hp to 617 hp, depending on the configuration.

It produces a consistent torque of 553 lb-ft across all variants and utilizes an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2018 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The 2018 BMW M5 is equipped with a 4.4L engine that produces a consistent 600 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque, regardless of configuration.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

F10 M5: 2011-2016

2013 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The BMW M5 is equipped with a 4.4L V8 engine producing a consistent output of 560 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque.

This power is transmitted through a 7-speed M Double Clutch transmission with Drivelogic, and the vehicle features a rear-wheel-drive configuration.

E60/E61 M5: 2004-2010

2010 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a 5.0L V8 engine producing 500 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque.

It features a rear-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 7-speed sequential manual gearbox (SMG).

2009 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The 2009 BMW M5 is powered by a 5.0L V8 engine producing 500 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque.

It features a rear-wheel-drive configuration and is equipped with a 7-speed sequential manual gearbox that includes Drivelogic, offering 11 shift programs and launch control.

2008 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a 5.0L V8 engine producing a consistent 500 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque.

It features a rear-wheel drive configuration and is paired with a 7-speed sequential manual gearbox (SMG).

2007 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a 5.0L V8 engine producing 500 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque.

It features a rear-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 7-speed sequential manual gearbox (SMG).

2006 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The BMW M5 is equipped with a 5.0L V8 engine producing 500 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. It features a rear-wheel drive configuration and is paired with a 7-speed sequential manual transmission.

E39 M5: 1998-2003

2003 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The 2003 BMW M5 is equipped with a 5.0L V8 engine producing a consistent 394 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque.

This power is transmitted through a 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive and a rear-wheel-drive configuration.

2002 BMW M5 Horsepower And Torque

The vehicle is equipped with a 5.0-liter V8 engine producing 394 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque.

It features a rear-wheel drive configuration and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive.