The BMW M5 (535i) was launched in 1979 during the first generation of the 5 Series when the department handling production was known as BMW Motorsport. During the first year, only 1,650 units were made. As one of the ultimate performance saloons, it has now been through six generations, with regular upgrades made to the powertrains and technology features.
111 Used BMW M5 cars for sale
BMW M52019 - M5 4dr DCT
26£43,995
Finance available £883 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
77.0K
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Saloon
Top Gear NI
BMW M51999 (V) - 4.9i 4dr
53Low Mileage
£29,950
Finance available £595 pm
- 4.9L
- Miles
70.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Saloon
Autologix Ltd
BMW M52019 - M5 4dr DCT [Competition Pack]
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31Low Mileage
£44,990
Finance available £904 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
37.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Moyway Motors
BMW M52023 (72) - 4.4 M5 COMPETITION 4d 617 BHP 4-Door
24Reduced
£48,000
Finance available £966 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
14.7K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Premier Cars
BMW M52019 (19) - 4.4i V8 Competition Steptronic xDrive Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr
72Reduced
£41,495
Finance available £832 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
50.5K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Zanouchi Group Limited
0/5 Stars
BMW M51999 (72) - E39 // 4.9 394 BHP // VANOS REPLACED // px swap 4-Door
41Low Mileage
£24,990
Finance available £493 pm
- 4.9L
- Miles
95.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- Saloon
Ashley Automotive
4.5/5 Stars
BMW M52024 (NE) - 4.44d AUTO 717 BHP 4-Door
50Low Mileage
£134,990
- 4.4L
- Miles
1.9K
- Not Supplied
- Automatic
- Saloon
Blue Ribbon Cars
5/5 Stars
BMW M52019 (69) - 4.4 V8 Steptronic xDrive Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr
6£39,995
Finance available £801 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
52.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Carplex Ltd
BMW M52018 (68) - M5 4dr DCT
24Low Mileage
£39,999
Finance available £801 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
48.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Manor Cars High Wycombe Ltd
BMW M52022 (72) - 4.4i V8 Competition Saloon 4dr Petrol Steptronic xDrive Euro 6 (s/s) (625 p
41Low Mileage
£63,995
Finance available £1,294 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
14.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
HAMPTON CAR SALES LTD
BMW M52013 - M5 4dr DCT
45Low Mileage
£17,995
Finance available £349 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
69.0K
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Saloon
Tom Dunlop Performance Cars
BMW M5V8
30Low Mileage
£17,995
Finance available £349 pm
- Miles
95.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Castle Cars
4.4/5 Stars
BMW M52019 - M5 4dr DCT
38Low Mileage
£41,995
Finance available £842 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
36.1K
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Saloon
BMW Bavarian
BMW M52016 (66) - 4.4 V8 Saloon 4dr Petrol DCT Euro 6 (s/s) (560 ps)
34Low Mileage
£26,795
Finance available £565 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
43.1K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
The Essex Car Group
3.9/5 Stars
BMW M52019 - COMPETITION xDRIVE 4-Door
29£42,950
Finance available £899 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
50.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Quirks Car Company
4.7/5 Stars
BMW M52016 (16) - M5 4dr DCT
16Reduced
£17,995
Finance available £349 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
94.5K
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Saloon
Diamond Motor House Ltd
4/5 Stars
BMW M5(55) - 5.0 V10 SMG Euro 4 4dr
22Low Mileage
£14,489
Finance available £301 pm
- Miles
94.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Not Supplied
Manor Farm Cars Ltd
BMW M52021 (21) - 4.4i V8 Competition Saloon 4dr Petrol Steptronic xDrive Euro 6 (s/s) (625 p
31£49,995
- 4.4L
- Miles
67.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
SJ Specialist Cars Ltd
BMW M52015 (02) - M5 4dr DCT
40Low Mileage
£22,895
Finance available £450 pm
- 4.4L
- Miles
52.3K
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Saloon
BCS Automotive
3.9/5 Stars
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Drivetrain
Why buy a used BMW M5?
If you're in the market for a car that's extremely fast, very practical and remarkably comfortable, then a used BMW M5 is a fabulous choice. As the performance variant of the regular 5 Series, the M5 offers superb handling similar to a sports-car driving experience. It also comes with various modern tech features, good cabin space and updated safety equipment, providing a well-rounded package.
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Pros
- Spectacular performance
- Outstanding driving dynamics
- Comfortable and practical when it needs to be
Cons
- Thirsty engines
- Quite heavy
- Expensive to buy new
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Engines and transmissions
The BMW M5 has only been offered with petrol engines, combined with automatic or manual transmission and rear or all-wheel drive.
Petrol- Most recent varaints are equipped with a 4.4-litre TwinPower turbocharged eight-cylinder engine delivers 616bhp to take the car from 0-60mph in just 3.2 seconds.
- Upgraded M5 CS version outputs 626bhp with a 0-60mph time of 2.9 seconds.
- Efficiency rating for newer models ranges between 25.2 and 25.7mpg.
- Fifth-generation V8 engine produced 552bhp, while fourth-generation V10 produced 499bhp.
Practicality
Because the M5 is essentially part of the 5 Series saloon lineup, it's extremely practical and spacious but with the added benefit of greatly increased power and performance.
Interior space- Leather upholstery is standard, adding a high-end feel to the cabin.
- Two adults fit comfortably on the rear bench seat, with the middle perfectly sized children or smaller adults.
- ISOFIX anchor points found in the outer back seats.
- 530-litre boot holds several suitcases.
- 40:20:40 split folding rear seats create more boot space.
- Electrically opening boot lid can be opened with the remote key button.
Safety
- Five-star rating given by Euro NCAP (2017 5 Series).
- Adult occupant rating is 91%, with child occupant at 85% and pedestrian at 81%.
- Standard safety kit includes airbags, lane keep assist and adaptive cruise control.
Technology
- Dual 12.3-inch screens: one infotainment touchscreen and another for the driver display.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto create easy connections.
- Wireless device charging pad located up front.
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Different generations of used BMW M5
Seventh Generation (2018 to 2023)
- Fuel type:
- Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 4.4
- MPG:
- 25 - 26
- Acceleration:
- 3 - 3.4 seconds
- Boot space:
- 530 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
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Sixth Generation (2024 to 2016)
With the arrival of the sixth-generation F90 M5, BMW upgraded the mechanical platform to handle even more power. It had the front design from the 5 Series, with just a few minor improvements, such as narrower headlights with laser technology, a lower and wider grille, and bigger side scoops.
In 2018, BMW released a new xDrive all-wheel drive system for the M5, giving it upgraded handling properties. Upgrades in 2020 included new styling with the Competition Package, with black added to the grille surround and redesigned LED taillights. The exhaust sound was also improved with the help of thinner walls on the twin tailpipes. In 2021, the CS version arrived with sport-bucket seats, two carbon-fibre paddle-shifters and a digital display.
- Fuel type:
- Hybrid - Petrol/Electric
- Engine Size:
- 4.4
- MPG:
- 27
- Acceleration:
- 3.5 - 3.6 seconds
- Boot space:
- 500 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
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Fifth Generation (2005 to 2010)
With the arrival of a new generation, BMW decided to drop the V10 engine and switch to the smaller V8 that was even more power thanks to twin-turbocharging. Its longer wheelbase and improved suspension ensured that the drive was more comfortable, too. Compared with the 5 Series, this model had a lower front bumper and three wide air intakes. A quad exhaust system was also added to the back.
A mild update occurred in 2013 with slightly larger side sills. A honeycomb mesh grille was included to differentiate it from the standard 5 Series.
- Fuel type:
- Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 5
- MPG:
- 18 - 19
- Acceleration:
- 4.7 - 4.8 seconds
- Boot space:
- 500 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- stars
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Used BMW M5 FAQ's
Which are the most popular trim levels?
Between the M5 and the M5 Competition, the base model has been the most popular. The base model has leather seating and many of the top tech features, but for a lower price.
What optional extras should I look out for?
Customers should look out for the Visibility Pack with laser headlights, while the Comfort Plus has massaging seats for more comfort and entertainment with rear screens. There's also the Technology Plus Pack, which has a better sound system; the M Pro Package, which adds carbon brakes; and the Ultimate pack, which combines several of the features together.
Is the BMW M5 a good family car?
Because the M5 is part of the 5 Series range, it's very practical and spacious. Four adults can fit comfortably inside, with the rear middle seat suitable for children. There's also a decent amount of boot space. The boot is designed to hold multiple suitcases and the rear seats can be folded down for additional loading capacity.
Is there a hybrid version of the BMW M5?
Because the M5 is centred on performance, BMW has not offered a hybrid powertrain with it so far.
Is the BMW M5 available as an automatic?
Yes, most BMW M5 models come standard with an automatic transmission. A manual gearbox was only offered in earlier models, making it more difficult to find in a used car.
Is there a four-wheel drive version available?
BMW has offered both rear and four-wheel drive M5 models throughout the years. These two drivetrains seem to be equally popular among used examples, so either is easy to find. Four-wheel drive can increase traction on slippery surfaces, while rear-wheel drive offers a sportier performance.
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