2026 BMW M5
2026 BMW M5 — The BMW M5 is a high-performance version of the BMW 5 Series automobile developed by BMW's motorsport division, BMW M GmbH, built since 1984 with periodic interruptions.
Trim: Sedan
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2026 BMW M5 snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 BMW M5 typically asks about $116,600 versus a $124,000 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. The 2026 BMW M5 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign in our catalog (including Electrical System). Versus 2025, watch highway mpg (17 mpg → 19 mpg) when deciding if the newer year is worth the price jump.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$116,600
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$124,000
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
1
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
0
NHTSA filings
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 M5?
Yes — 1 recall campaign in our catalog for the 2026 BMW M5. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Electrical System
2026-02-19
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 M5 Sportswagon, 2025-2026 M5, 2024-2025 750e xDrive, 2025-2026 550e xDrive, 2023-2025 I7, 2023-2025 7 Series, 2024-2026 i5, and 5 Series vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the air conditioning system may become damaged during replacement of the cabin…
Campaign 26V096000
Owner complaints
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year in our last refresh.
Video
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2026 BMW M5 POV Test Drive & Review
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Maybe — the clearest delta we track is highway mpg (17 mpg → 19 mpg). Weigh that against the used-price jump before you pay for 2026.
- Highway MPG
- 17 mpg↑19 mpg
- Length
- 188.2 in→200.8 in
- Width
- 72.8 in→77.6 in
- Height
- 57.1 in→59.4 in
- Wheelbase
- 112.6 in→118.5 in
- Curb weight
- 5048.6 lb→5533.6 lb
How much does a used 2026 M5 cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $116,600 in typical used asking against a $124,000 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $124,000
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $116,600
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$7,400 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2026 M5?
The 2026 BMW M5 is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 BMW M5 continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The BMW M5 is a high-performance version of the BMW 5 Series automobile developed by BMW's motorsport division, BMW M GmbH, built since 1984 with periodic interruptions. The M5 has continuously been produced in the saloon body style, in some countries also as an estate. This model appears in NHTSA vPIC for 2026, though detailed crash ratings may not be published yet. For the 2026 model year, published dimensions include overall length 200.8 in, width 77.6 in, height 59.4 in, and wheelbase 118.5 in, with curb weight around 5533.6 lb.
- 1 NHTSA recall
- Wheelbase 118.5 in
- Curb weight about 5533.6 lb
- About 200.8 × 77.6 in (L×W)
- EPA combined 14 mpg
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 717 hp, 738 lb-ft, 0–60 in 3.4 s. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
717 hp
Torque
738 lb-ft
0–60
3.4 s
Combined MPG
14 mpg
EV range
280 mi
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (14 mpg combined (hybrid)). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$3,000
5-year energy
$15,000
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Based on
- 14 mpg combined (hybrid)
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 Hybrid
- Aspiration
- Hybrid
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electrification
- Hybrid
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 200.8 in
- Width
- 77.6 in
- Height
- 59.4 in
- Wheelbase
- 118.5 in
- Curb weight
- 5533.6 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 12
- Highway MPG
- 19
- Combined MPG
- 14
- Electric range
- 280 mi
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | Sedan | Touring (Wagon) |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 717 hp | 717 hp |
| Torque | 738 lb-ft | 738 lb-ft |
| 0–60 | 3.4 s | 3.5 s |
| Engine | 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 Hybrid | 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 Hybrid |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 717 | 738 | 3.4s | — | AWD | |
| 717 | 738 | 3.5s | — | AWD |