If there’s one automotive segment that ignites passion quicker than a sleek coupe with a long hood, it’s the commanding presence exuded by a potent executive sedan.
Often sleek yet always imposing, with an aura that whispers tales of boardroom victories and highways conquered, cars like the BMW M5 and Mercedes-AMG E 63 in Europe, the Cadillac CTS-V in the U.S., or the Jaguar XF-R in the UK have always stood a notch above the ordinary sedan. These weren’t just cars; they were declarations of accomplishment and ambition cloaked in steel and leather.
However, the era of the super sedan is gradually fading, largely due to the surge of crossovers, although not before some bid farewell with a near primal roar. Before every performance model transforms into an electric powerhouse on wheels, certain automakers are diligently crafting the magnum opus of their ICE sedan lineage.
One such automaker is BMW, currently putting the finishing touches on the seventh generation of the M5, the ultimate ICE-powered iteration of this legendary nameplate.
The upcoming 2025 BMW M5 G90 aims to uphold and surpass the performance legacy of its predecessors, albeit in a less inconspicuous manner this time around.
It marks the final chapter in the saga of a big V8 up front for BMW M, compelling the Bavarians to ensure every detail is perfected before the curtains fall.
The seventh M5 faces an immense challenge, for its predecessor, particularly in its CS guise, is arguably the zenith of the M5 lineage, at least in terms of performance and driving pleasure. In essence, it must uphold the legacy of the M5 F90 while significantly enhancing its environmental performance, a monumental task indeed.
