Introducing the 2019 BMW M5 Competition! Pricing Starts at $110,995

Quickburn7 · 05-08-2018, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by AKRAPOVICOWNS

I was kinda hoping for the 50 Nm bump in torque, even though it doesn't really need it, it would be a noticeable difference from the standard M5. Lets you remember why you paid extra without the need to push it hard to feel the other improvements.

Not a big difference at all... nothing like between and E63 and E63s. Still very happy with my choice and have done most of these changes to my "base" M5 already while having enjoyed it for a full 6 months before they start delivering these.

elitex · 05-08-2018, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Quickburn7

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKRAPOVICOWNS

I was kinda hoping for the 50 Nm bump in torque, even though it doesn't really need it, it would be a noticeable difference from the standard M5. Lets you remember why you paid extra without the need to push it hard to feel the other improvements.

Not a big difference at all... nothing like between and E63 and E63s. Still very happy with my choice and have done most of these changes to my "base" M5 already while having enjoyed it for a full 6 months before they start delivering these.

Yep

BwoodBMW · 05-08-2018, 06:41 PM

At least it has the seat belts.

esquire · 05-08-2018, 06:44 PM

Not much we didn't know here already.

1. Rumored HP figures vascillated between 17 and 25 hp. Unfortunately it came down on the 17 hp side.

2. Torque appears to be the same figure (consistent with other recent comp packs), but with a "wider torque band"

3. Wheels aren't a slam dunk, but are an improvement. I can see them MAYBE looking great with a drop. But as pictured, I'm a little underwhelmed.

4. The obligatory black bits are here.

5. I think i prefer the base M5 rear apron compared to the wider comp pack apron that spans the entire back.

6. .1 seconds faster to 60 is impressive, but something tells me it will be more than .1 when they do real world instrumented tests.

7. BMW's roll out of this competition package is uniquely disappointing. Rather than wait til mid life cycle (like it has done in previous gens), or roll it out simultaneously with the release of the base M car - BMW released the Comp package just months after orders for the Base M opened, to the detriment of early adopters. They were neither given the option of buying comp package, or having the comfort of knowing their cars wouldn't be immediately become outdated. A very poorly thought out roll out. Or worse yet maybe not even "thought out" but the result of BMW's failure to meet internal deadlines.

lemetier · 05-08-2018, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by JRobUSC

"gloss black door handles"

(Looks at pics, door handles painted body color)

The entire photo set is CGI. They'll have it revised soon.

Greer · 05-08-2018, 06:55 PM

I love the color and interior. I have to own it.

Rennology · 05-08-2018, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by phorbes

Glad I waited to put an order in. Now just need to figure out whether to do Yaz, British racing green or Ferrari red

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Ferrari Rot

Db750 · 05-08-2018, 06:59 PM

Haha

ljb · 05-08-2018, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by esquire

Not much we didn't know here already.

1. Rumored HP figures vascillated between 17 and 25 hp. Unfortunately it came down on the 17 hp side.

2. Torque appears to be the same figure (consistent with other recent comp packs), but with a "wider torque band"

3. Wheels aren't a slam dunk, but are an improvement. I can see them MAYBE looking great with a drop. But as pictured, I'm a little underwhelmed.

4. The obligatory black bits are here.

5. I think i prefer the base M5 rear apron compared to the wider comp pack apron that spans the entire back.

6. .1 seconds faster to 60 is impressive, but something tells me it will be more than .1 when they do real world instrumented tests.

7. BMW's roll out of this competition package is uniquely disappointing. Rather than wait til mid life cycle (like it has done in previous gens), or roll it out simultaneously with the release of the base M car - BMW released the Comp package just months after orders for the Base M opened, to the detriment of early adopters. They were neither given the option of buying comp package, or having the comfort of knowing their cars wouldn't be immediately become outdated. A very poorly thought out roll out. Or worse yet maybe not even "thought out" but the result of BMW's failure to meet internal deadlines.

No thanks needed.

It was 625hp on the bmw Germany website

onfireX5 · 05-08-2018, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by elitex

Ha. Pissed off? You obviously don't know me. I've sold cars 3 months later because something else caught my attention. Pissed off.....LMAO.

I thought I was the only one guilty of that ! We’re in the club !

elitex · 05-08-2018, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by onfireX5

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Originally Posted by elitex

Ha. Pissed off? You obviously don't know me. I've sold cars 3 months later because something else caught my attention. Pissed off.....LMAO.

I thought I was the only one guilty of that ! We’re in the club !

///Mangler · 05-08-2018, 07:10 PM

Aren't there two types of M5 buyers? Ones that want an unassuming executive cruiser, and the other that want a more aggressive super sedan?

T

onfireX5 · 05-08-2018, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Quickburn7

Not a big difference at all... nothing like between and E63 and E63s. Still very happy with my choice and have done most of these changes to my "base" M5 already while having enjoyed it for a full 6 months before they start delivering these.

Totally agree. BMW struck the correct balance for a marketing move. Not enough power increase to piss me off as an early buyer, but enough to sell “the next best thing “. If it had been 675hp and 625 Tq, I would have placed another order. A stage 1 controller on the base M5 will do that.

FSHNGRY · 05-08-2018, 07:15 PM

1- Very odd/upsetting that BMW would launch this option so quickly after the F90's debut. I feel sorry for those M5 buyers who bought their cars already and care for this upgrade. Some early F90 buyers won't care- but I know some people will be pissed off by this.

I had my M4 for over a year and a half before the ZCP option was offered...but 3-4 months into its life cycle??

2-Don't care for the rear bumper- I much rather prefer the stock diffuser, or whatever will soon be released aftermarket- but still need to see it in person or live pictures, not press release.

3- I won't pass judgement on the wheels just yet. I need to see one in person and lowered. A nice drop fixes everything.

4- Give me one of these, in Chalk White with full Amaro brown interior, all the bells and whistles and whatever H&R has to offer to lower it. I can't wait to place my order.

Takumi587 · 05-08-2018, 07:17 PM

I have yet to see an M5 on the road here in SoCal. Very excited to see one.

I’m guessing seats stayed the same?

Madvillain · 05-08-2018, 07:27 PM

o man i remember i time when comp pack was just some wheels and suspension and lil trim options.

DallasLife345M · 05-08-2018, 07:45 PM

Trying to decide if I’m a fan of the wheels or not. Is the front of the wheel machined or shiny silver? Looks like the inner parts of the wheel are gloss black? I can’t tell.

ssciencess · 05-08-2018, 07:53 PM

Little disappointed we didn’t get 625 hp.. when’s the release date I must of missed it

ljb · 05-08-2018, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by ssciencess

Little disappointed we didn't get 625 hp.. when's the release date I must of missed it

Both say 625hp. Press release was today (May 8th), going live on the websites shortly

BG23 · 05-08-2018, 08:18 PM

17hp and 7mm lower and a few other minor items - there is hardly any difference. I am not pissed off, I am relieved. Here in Aus we get M seat belt, mats, sports exhaust standard in the normal car. The comp pack is apparently $30k more.

IB M · 05-08-2018, 08:20 PM

This has to be the Shortest time gap ever from base to Comp package. Is this the new standard for all M cars or just an M5 thing?

Paul-Bracq-BMW · 05-08-2018, 08:21 PM

Looks like BMW is copying Mercedes to make the BMW M a sub-brand like AMG...

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