Once again, IND Distribution has come through to reveal the truth of a new BMW M car’s output, this time the G90 BMW M5. This is the seventh and most powerful generation of the super sedan to date, and when the 2025 M5 was revealed, BMW quoted a figure of 717 horsepower, along with 738 lb-ft of torque.
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2025 BMW M5 Touring
The 2025 BMW M5 Touring is a high-performance sports wagon that seamlessly blends luxury, practicality, and exhilarating power. Its spacious interior, adorned with premium materials and advanced technology features, offers a comfortable and refined driving experience. Under the hood, a potent V8 engine roars to life, delivering impressive acceleration and top speed, making it a formidable force on the road. The sophisticated suspension system ensures exceptional handling and stability, allowing drivers to navigate corners with confidence and precision.
While the M5 Touring’s combination of performance and practicality is undeniably appealing, its high price tag and fuel consumption may be a consideration for some buyers. Those seeking a more affordable yet still capable option might explore other models within the BMW lineup or consider vehicles from competing brands. However, for those who prioritize power, luxury, and versatility, the M5 Touring presents a compelling choice.
- Base MSRP
- $121,500
- Engine
- 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8
- Horsepower
- 717 hp
- Torque
- 738 lb-ft
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel drive
- 0-60 MPH
- 3.5 Seconds
- Top Speed
- 155 mph (190 opt.)
To verify these claims, IND Distribution picked up a brand-new M5 from the dealership with just 33 miles on the odometer, running the 87-octane fuel the car was delivered with as low as possible while keeping the hybrid battery at maximum charge. Near the dyno, the car was topped up with premium 92-octane gas, and off she went. You can watch the short clip at the bottom of this article, but the key point is this – BMW claims 717 hp at the crank, but IND got a peak of 698.93 hp on all four wheels.
Assuming 15% Drivetrain Losses
The general rule is that an engine’s output at the wheels is assumed to be some 15% less than it would be at the crank, due to losses in the drivetrain like the clutch, various pumps, and the AWD system. Some cars are more efficient than that; others are worse. Applying that estimation here, IND’s peak figures of 696.13 hp and 729.59 lb-ft of torque – achieved on a Dynojet 424 dynamometer at Performance Eurowerks – would equate to a ridiculous 820 hp and 859 lb-ft of torque.
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Once again, BMW has over-delivered on output, and let’s not forget that this is a brand-new car that hasn’t even completed a fraction of the usual run-in mileage. Once the motor heats up and loosens up, it could deliver even more. Considering how much it weighs, that’s a good thing. BMW said a few years ago that it takes this turbocharged era extremely seriously and works overtime to ensure its cars meet expectations, or as we’re seeing now, exceed them.
BMW Does This All The Time
It should be noted that modern high-performance cars can have smaller losses, but even if we ignore the theoretical horsepower output, with these losses estimated, the measured difference of roughly 18 hp is astonishing, and BMW has a habit of exceeding expectations. The limited-edition M4 CSL has been shown to deliver as much as 605 hp as standard, despite claims of only 543 ponies. Similarly, the M4 CS is quicker than claimed in instrumented testing, and that cannot just be attributed to a great transmission and AWD system; BMW is always conservative with its figures. We’re not complaining, but we will say this: the M5 could really do with an aftermarket exhaust.
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