Still a V8 super sedan, but with an electric twist.
Everyone knows that weight is a major deterrent to performance. Although the CS has a weight reduction of 70 kg (154 pounds), it is still a heavy car. It weighs in at 1,825kg (4,023 lbs) and the PHEV-powered powertrain will likely make it heavier. Although engineers could add more carbon fiber to the car, that would increase its price.
The electric motor will boost total output, but the battery pack should have a significant impact on efficiency. The new BMW M5 may offer all-electric range. We don’t think this is a crazy assumption. The AMG E63 rival will inherit the PHEV system from the Concept XM which promised 50 miles (80 km) without using gasoline.
The M5 was seen in northern Europe before its expected debut in 2023. It’s missing its final lights, and the exterior is cleverly disguised using extra layers of disguise that are held in place with rivets. The prototype also features the cap for charging the port located in the front-left side fender, as if the “Hybrid” stickers on the rear bumper and front doors weren’t obvious enough.
It’s easy to tell that it’s a full-fat M model from the size of its brakes. We don’t just mean the front discs as they are quite chunky. The quad exhaust at the rear is typical M design, although that will change soon. Why? Why? Because M Performance models will also adopt a more aggressive look, beginning in 2023 with the X1 M35i.
The controversial kidney grille design that was used on recent BMWs won’t be seen on the next 5 Series/M5 models. The flush door handles will be borrowed from newer models. However, the rear looks a little shorter and has a slightly angled trunk lid. The side skirts seem larger than we thought, possibly because the battery pack is placed between the axles to improve weight distribution.
The i5 will be replacing the combustion engine in BMW’s M5. The EV model will be available next year along with the 5 Series with conventionally-powered engines. A 2024 launch is planned for the range-topper.